We designed and built the original Thrifty Camper in 1976. The design proved very popular and the interior layout has changed only slightly since then. The camper provides a fully furnished and functional interior for independent travel at a budget price.
It features a carpeted floor with curtains all around, and a day sofa which pulls out to become a double bed or two single beds. A weatherproof awning with ground sheet fits over the rear door and can be pegged into the ground. The awning provides standing room with convenient access to the campervan and privacy when changing clothes. You can sleep with the rear door open and awning attached, or with the rear door closed. A mosquito net fits over the passenger window to provide a fresh breeze at night.
The kitchen area is located at the rear of the campervan; it includes a double gas cooker, cabinet and fold down table. Prepare meals while standing in the awning, or while sitting on the day sofa. A kitchen set including cooking/eating utensils and wash basin is included.
240 volt power connection and hanging light can be used when staying on a powered site in a holiday park. The camper contains a multi box to charge additional items like digital cameras or cell phones.
Optional items for hire include a fridge, dvd player with free movies, outdoor table with chairs, solar shower and linen pack.
Insurance (included): Standard excess is $1,000
Our insurance policy is very simple; if you have an accident, you are required to pay a maximum of $1,000. This covers single vehicle or multiple vehicle accidents. You do not have to pay if it was not your fault.
Zero Excess (optional):$15 per day or $280 per hire
If you have an accident, you do not have to pay anything. This also covers multiple tyre punctures.
Thrifty Campervan comes with:
Optional Extras (price per hire):
| Outdoor Folding table with two chairs: |
$30 |
| Ice box: |
$10 |
| Fridge (runs off power and 12 volt): |
$60 |
| DVD player (free movies): |
$60 |
| Linen Pack, Duvet, sheet and pillow (per person): |
$30 |
| Tent |
$30 |
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DVD Player
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Linen Pack
Duvet, sheet and pillow) |
Folding table and chairs
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Fridge
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Solar shower |
Cool box |
Items Included in the Campervans
Kitchen Utensils
This includes a wash basin, dish brush, tea towel, sauce pan with lid, fry pan, fish slice, sharp knife, can opener, and two each of cups, plates, bowls, knifes, forks, desert spoons and tea spoons. We can add extra items for a third person at no extra charge.
Power Connection:
A 240 volt power connection is supplied for use with a powered site at a holiday park. This allows you to plug in the hanging light, fridge, re-charge the portable dvd player and plug in any other electrical items you may have. We supply a free multi box to connect more appliances and a portable fan heater for cooler months.
Mosquito Net:
The mosquito net fits over the front passengers window in all vehicles. It can be used to allow a fresh breeze when all doors are closed and awning is not attached.
Type of Hire:
One Island or All of New Zealand
Travel within one island (North or South Island only) and we offer a cheaper rate. Select All of New Zealand if you would like to travel both islands.
One Way Hire
Our rental vehicles can be hired from Auckland or Christchurch. One way hires attract a $400 relocation fee.
Split Hire (multiple hire)
Hire one vehicle in the North Island and another vehicle in the South Island (or vice versa). Make your own way between the North and South Island at your own pace, or fly. You only need pay for the days you're using the vehicle (we calculated the price as one hire). This means if you hire extras like outdoor table and chairs, a linen pack or choose the zero excess for insurance, you only pay once. You also save on the ferry crossing, receive any long term hire discounts and there is no one way fee. Minimum hire period for each island is five days
| Vehicles |
Micro Campervan |
Thrifty Camper |
Economy Camper |
| Vehicle: |
Nissan AD Van |
Toyota Townace |
Mazda Bongo |
| Engine: |
1,500 cc, petrol |
1,500 cc, petrol |
1,800 cc, petrol |
| Seatbelts: |
5 |
2
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3 |
| Day Sofa |
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| Double/ Two Single Bed |
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Gas cooker |
Single portable |
Fixed Double |
Fixed Double with grill |
| Cabinet with folding table: |
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| Mosquito net |
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| Awning for standing room: |
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| Auckland & Christchurch |
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