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    Frequently asked Questions

    Most of the commonly asked questions about motorhome home and driving in New Zealand can be found in the FAQ's below.

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    • Rental agreement returned and deposit paid.
    • Once deposit recieved you will recieve confirmation of booking

    KMH understands that you don’t rent a vehicle expecting to need insurance, but we understand that accidents do happen, so we want to assure you that KMH has you covered. KMH has a comprehensive commercial insurance policy which will provide cover for the vehicle (Awnings & hired mountain bikes & E-bikes are excluded from vehicle insurance) whilst on hire, this is included as compulsory as an additional amount and is subject to a standard excess/deductible/bond.

    Excess reduction options are available as an Optional Extra.

    The bond/deductible or Insurance Excess is debited 14 days prior to pickup of the motorhome, if the motorhome is returned undamaged then the Insurance Excess or Bond is refunded at the completion of your hire.

    The full excess amount will be payable for each separate accident/event regardless of fault.

    If any accidental damage is sustained during the hire, including 3rd party vehicle damage, then the bond or Insurance Excess forms part of the repair costs, any difference between the Insurance Excess and the final repair costs will be refunded at the completion of the repairs.

    KMH has a comprehensive commercial insurance policy which will provide cover for the vehicles whilst on hire, this is included in the daily rate and is subject to standard excesses.

    Excess reduction options are available on request.

    Unfortunately not the insurance is compulsory, when you request a booking the comprehensive Insurance policy costs will be calculated and shown as a separate amount under the daily rate, we have elected to show as a separate amount instead of including in the daily rate like most other companies. An optional extra is offered to reduce the standard Deductible/Excess/Bond amount.

    We are closed Sundays & Public holidays to allow our valued staff some family/whanau time. We can accommodate special requests however an additional out of standard hours fee of $195.00 would apply. 

    Please note- only by special request for staffing availability.  

    If you are in an accident or any accidental damage is sustained to the motorhome you need to notify KMH immediately, we will then assess your safety and the ability to safely continue driving the motorhome, we will discuss with you and endeavor to get you back on the road and enjoying your holiday as quickly as possible.

    If the camper is not safe to continue driving we will try our best to secure an alternative vehicle to help get you back on the road, however we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do this on all occasions.

    KMH will endeavour all efforts are undertaken to organise a similar replacement vehicle where a vehicle has been damaged and cannot be repaired in time for the start of your hire.

    If a similar replacement vehicle cannot be secured by KMH, then KMH will refund the full amount of any payment made by the hirer to KMH, this will then automatically terminate the hire agreement.

    The Hirer agrees that KMH shall not be liable for any further additional costs incurred due to cancellation of the hire contract.

    The hirer is required to notify KMH in all accident related events as soon as any damages occur to the motorhome. If KMH assess and approve that the motorhome is still safe to continue driving then the hirer can continue on with their holiday.

    At the end of the hire KMH will have the damage assessed and the bond or Insurance Excess will form part of any repair costs, and any difference between the Insurance Excess or bond amt. and the final repair costs will be refunded at the completion of the repairs.

    The full excess amount is payable for each & every separate accident including any damage to 3rd party vehicles regardless of fault. 

    As a husband and wife owned and operated business it's important to us that we deliver the experience that we would want to recieve if we were hiring a motorhome

    We know it's a big decision and often confusing when deciding who to book with, which is why we feel a sense of responsibility to help you experience everything great about Aotearoa (New Zealand), he tangata (our people) and he whenua (our land) so we’ve tried to make it easy and simple for you.

    By offering an extensive list of items free of charge where other hire companies would normally charge you for, see our extensive list below.

    As all of our vehicles are certified self-contained with solar panels you have the flexibility to explore off-the-beaten-track locations, so jump on a mountain bike (additional fee applies, based on availability) and within minutes you can be in a different world, and so your little darlings don't miss out on all the fun we can even include attachable children's bike seats (1-4 years - available for hire, based on availability).

    And if you don't feel that energetic we can include e-bikes (additional fee applies) so anyone at any age or fitness level can experience everything Aotearoa has to offer.

    We've made it easy for you-

    • Fantastic Top 10 Camp ground membership allowing discounts on camp grounds & ferry crossings (additional fee may apply)
    • Customized pickup & drop off locations such as Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua, Nelson & Christchurch regions (conditions may apply) 
    • GPS Units (additional fee applies)
    • Full comprehensive insurance cover (with standard $7,500.00 excess)
    • Bike Racks (max 2 mountain bikes)
    • 2 x adult size mountain bikes (additional fee applies)
    • 2 x E-bikes are subject to availability (additional fee applies)
    • Children’s car seats & booster seats
    • Outdoor camping table and chairs
    • All required linen & bedding
    • Essential Kitchen Items- plunger coffee, tea, salt, pepper, cooking oil, paper tissues, dishwashing liquid & even toilet paper
    • Customized & flexible hire packages such as Golf, New Zealand's top great walks & weddingmoon pacakges
    • No additional drivers fee
    • DVD’s, games and books
    • Free airport & airport hotel pickup/drop off’s (11.00am-4.00pm) 
    • Unlimited kms (RUC’s, NZ road user charges are additional)
    • No cleaning fees 
    • Bank secure payment system and direct bank payment options
    • 7 days WhatsApp customer service number (8.00am -6.00pm)
    • 24/7 Emergency WhatsApp number 
    • 24/7 AA Roadside Assistance
    • No booking fees

    Yes, we will do our best to help you extend your adventure which will depend on availability. Once you let us know that you would like to extend we will check and confirm availability, any extension will be booked as an additional hire and paid at time of the extention.

    We don't ever want to be a holiday spolier but as we know all insurance policies have restrictions placed on where the vehicle can be driven, also NZTA (NZ Road Transport Assoc) have a list of prohibited NZ roads on there website, so we strongly recommend all of our guests read carefully our KMH rental agreement and Terms & Conditions on our website, a copy of our Insurance policy is also available on request.

    A late fee of 125% of the pro-rated normal hourly hire rate will need to be paid, if the late return impacts our next rental the unfortunately 150% of the full daily rate will be due.

    Unless you have chosen for the optional extra 'Dump & Run' option then you will need to empty the toilet (casette), empty the grey waste water tank, also re-fill the motorhome diesel tank, Ad Blue (if applicable) and LPG gas bottle, all personal rubbish must be taken out and the motorhome should be returned in a clean condition (inside motorhome) otherwise an additional cleaning fee will apply.

    All drivers and hirers must be aged over 25 years old (unless agreed by KMH) and

    • Hold a current valid driver license for the vehicle being hired and:
    • You’ve not received a disqualification or suspension in New Zealand and have arrived into NZ less than 12 months ago, and
    • Your overseas license is in English, if it’s not, It must be accompanied by an accredited English translation. The translation must be provided by a NZ Transport Agency authorised translation service or a diplomatic representative at a high commission, embassy or consulate, or the authority that issued your overseas licence. (An International Driving Permit may be acceptable as a translation if in English).
    • You’ve not been granted a New Zealand driver license, and
    • You have not renewed, requalified or reinstated a New Zealand driver license since you last entered New Zealand.

    If your license is in a language other than English, please ensure two things:

    • The license is appropriate for a full size motor vehicle (not restricted or learner).
    • It must be accompanied by an accredited English translation. The translation must be provided by an an NZ Transport Agency authorised translation service or a diplomatic representative at a high commission, embassy or consulate, or the authority that issued your overseas licence. (An International Driving Permit may be acceptable as a translation if in English).

    You must notify KMH of any damage as soon as it happens so the insurance company can be informed. 

    If any accidental damage is sustained during the hire period to the motorhome or 3rd party vehicle regardless of fault then the bond or Insurance Excess will form part or all of the repair costs. Any difference between the Insurance Excess or bond amt. and the final repair costs will be refunded at the completion of the repairs.

    The full excess amount will be payable for each separate accident regardless of fault while on hire.

    Yes, 7 days off peak and 14 day’s during peak season.

    We do recommend you are very certain and double check your booking prior to confirming your booking with KMH. However, KMH also understands that plans sometimes need to be changed so please refer our cancelation schedule.

     

    Cancellation period / Cancellation fee

    • Period: 30+ days before commencement of Rental Period Fee:
      25% of Rental Price
    • Period: 8-30 days before commencement of Rental Period
      Fee: 50% of Rental Price
    • Period: 0-7 days before commencement of Rental Period
      Fee: 100% of Rental Price

    The great news is KMH is pet friendly and we are open to discussing each request case by case, we would love to allow your little treasures and family members to enjoy your adventure with you however as our hirers safety & comfort is our priority we do have to be mindful that some hirers can be very sensitive and alergic to animals.

    Happy to discuss and confirm each request seperately. 

    Yes you are welcome to bring your own car or booster seat as long as it is not expired and is approved in NZ for your darling.

    We are happy to offer child restraints & booster seats with your hire, to ensure we have some available for you it is recommended that child restraints are requested at time of booking along with your childrens age, height and weight.

    An AU/NZ Standard, European Standard or American Standard restraint that complies with New Zealand law is acceptable to use in New Zealand.

    Ultimately it is your responsibility as the driver and hirer to ensure the child restraint is applicable and suitable for the child, please feel free to refer to NZTA website for all details.

    Front passenger seats with air bags child restraints or children under seven years of age.

    Child or booster seats are not permitted in the rear facing seats of any vehicle.

    We highly recommend that children are kept rear facing until approximately two years of age, please refer NZTA website for details on child restraints.

    KMH will endeavour all efforts are undertaken to organize a similar replacement vehicle where a vehicle has been damaged and cannot be repaired in time for the start of the hire.

    If a similar replacement vehicle cannot be secured in time by KMH, then KMH will refund the full amount of any payment made by the hirer to KMH, this will then automatically terminate the original rental agreement.

    The Hirer agrees that KMH shall not be liable for any further additional costs incurred due to cancellation of the hire contract.

    Our primary focus is on our guests safety, as all of our motorhomes are large 2 wheel drive vehicles we prohibit all driving on any roads that are partly or fully covered with snow, including any ski field accesss roads.

    Please see our Terms & Conditions and Rental Agreement for additional info or email info@kiwimotorhomes.co.nz for further information.

    Chris Johnson
    Chris Johnson
    2024-02-06
    We loved our experience with Kiwi Motorhomes. The pickup and drop off were easy. The motorhome was exactly as described and provided everything we needed during our 2 week rental. The beds were comfortable and the living space adequate. We really appreciated having the WiFi capability throughout our journey. Highly recommend using Kiwi Motorhomes to make the most of your New Zealand experience.
    Mikaela Hannen-Woolf
    Mikaela Hannen-Woolf
    2024-01-25
    We had the lovely Luigi for 3 weeks and it was an incredible holiday! The company was easy to communicate with, and friendly the whole way through. Pick up and drop off was a pleasure because the staff were open and friendly, and local kiwis so had some good tips on where to go/how to use the campervan. Also just having a self contained campervan that was able to be parked anywhere, and was big enough to hang around in comfortably when it was raining made our lives very easy and luxurious. It opens a whole new world of campsites when you travel that way, and the company had some really good advice for apps to download to find them (that we used all the time). Would definitely book with these guys again! Thanks Kiwicampers!
    Chris Lindsey
    Chris Lindsey
    2024-01-19
    We had the pleasure of sharing nearly 4 weeks and 5,000km with Aria, across both the North and South Islands and we wouldn't of done it any other way! Aria lived up to her name as there was no mountain high enough and no valley low enough that she couldn't get us to. Kiwi Motorhomes were great and so easy to deal with, right from the beginning. Aria was in great condition both mechanically and visually, so we know they take care of their fleet. I would recommend Kiwi Motorhomes to anyone as they really care
    Jacqui Schoof
    Jacqui Schoof
    2024-01-16
    We called the Te Arawa home for 3 weeks. 5 people in a camper van, 2 islands, 21 days...WOW!!! What an adventure. Wouldn't do it any other way. We loved that van, so very convenient and comfy. We never had any issues and felt like we had the best camper on the road. Well kitted out with the optional outdoor table and chairs. Leon and Varnier were lovely to deal with. Would recommend Kiwi Motorhomes to anyone. If you are considering doing NZ with Kiwi Motorhomes...DO IT!!!
    James Civil
    James Civil
    2024-01-09
    Leon and Varnier are legends! We were let down by another company and left without a van on the scheduled day of pick up. One call to Varnier and they saved our holiday by getting a van ready for us in a matter of hours. The van was clean and comfortable and their service was second to none. Thanks for saving our holiday Leon and Varnier!
    Line Stendell
    Line Stendell
    2024-01-06
    We rentted the Big Trev and loved every corner of it. Even on days with heavy rain we could easily fit five persons. Lovely large beds! Booking was easy and flexible. Thansk to Leon and Varnier for making sure that our five weeks roadtrip was amazing!
    Donna Bolton
    Donna Bolton
    2023-12-13
    We hired Muscles (4 berth) from the team at Kiwi Motorhomes. Booking process was straight forward and communication was prompt and responsive. The motorhome drove well and the fixtures inside were great, a real cosy home from home. Plenty of storage as there is a large ‘boot’ that after unpacking held all our suitcases (of which we had many) during our two week trip around New Zealand.
    Eus van der Heijden
    Eus van der Heijden
    2023-12-12
    We rented a wonderful , practically new motorhome from kiwi motorhomes. Everything was well organized. Communication is good. Fair prices. So five stars!Only thing I would not recommend is the bike rental. Bikes were a bit old and were more children’s bikes, but hey..We are Dutchies..spoiled with comfortable bikes in a flat country.
    Karen Starr Stainner
    Karen Starr Stainner
    2023-12-04
    We had a fantastic time on our recent trip to the North Island in our caravan from Kiwi Motorhomes! We were welcomed like “whanau” (family) from the beginning to the end. This is a family run business and the level of care is felt through the entire experience as well as through their fleet. Our family of four felt completely cosy and traveled like locals in the Anahera - makes a difference to not stick out like tourists and there’s something extra special about the unique qualities of each of their vehicles. Care and responses to our questions throughout were quick and helpful. We would absolutely go to Kiwi Motohones again for our next trip!
    Lucia Cheong
    Lucia Cheong
    2023-11-29
    Kiwi motorhomes made my family trip extra special! Me, my husband and 3year old daughter really enjoyed. Even just to being in the motorhome made our day so much better! We felt like we were travelling with luxury 5star hotel. It was our first time travelling with motorhome but it was very easy to use. It was clean, cosy, comfortable, specious and easy to maintain while we had it. (Especially we loved the views coming from the side window while we were driving.) Thanks to Leon & Varnier for made our holiday so much special and precious. We would highly recommend kiwi motorhomes!