The following useful links will help you make the most of your stay in New Zealand.
DRIVING IN NEW ZEALAND
For your safety and the safety of other drivers in New Zealand, please take a moment to visit the websites below. The sites aim to communicate important information to make your driving in New Zealand a safer experience.
DRIVESAFE Website
Use these resources and links to help you plan and enjoy your New Zealand driving holidays.
Driver's Licence Requirements
This page advises of the requirements for driver's licence translations and general driver's license requirements.
Driver License Translations
Tranzearly Ltd offers ultra-fast and efficient NZTA-approved driver’s licence translations. All you need to do is to send a good scan/photo of both sides of your original licence to
info@tranzearly.com and we’ll reply with payment instructions. We accept direct credits in NZD to our New Zealand bank accounts or SEPA transfers in EUR into our European bank account. We handle all European languages. Mention
Wende5 in your e-mail to get a NZD 5.00 discount for Wendekreisen customers.
NZ Road Rules
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) provides New Zealand road rules and highlights differences in traffic rules to international visitors.
Safe Driving in NZ video
This video clearly explains important NZ road rules, as well as useful tips for driving in New Zealand.
Free Online Driving Test
This site allows you to study our road rules to take a free theory test online. This site is highly recommended by Wendekreisen.
GENERAL INFO ABOUT NEW ZEALAND
Travel Tips
The site is a 'must visit' if you are traveling to New Zealand.
Nationwide Fuel Prices In New Zealand
This site provides up to date fuel prices in New Zealand.
NZ I-site Visitor centres
Provides good local information relating to camping, activities and tourist attractions. Wendekreisen recommends to consult i-site centres when travelling New Zealand (Note: I-site centres are specially marked in all Wendekreisen GPS Systems).
Currency Calculator
Translates most major currencies to NZ$
Best Weather App
Accurate weather data anytime, anywhere.
Self Drive Itineraries in Aotearoa
A selection of self-drive itineraries of varying lengths and destinations that have been designed to cover some of the most scenic areas of New Zealand but at a manageable pace for utmost enjoyment.
CAMPING IN NEW ZEALAND
Camping Our Way - Where Can I Camp In NZ?
This site explains the rules and guidelines of camping in New Zealand.
Certified Self Containment - What is a self-contained motor caravan?
Most campervans and motorhomes of Wendekreisen are certified self contained in accordance with NZ Standard NZS 5465:2001. This link explains the certificate and its benefits.
New Zealand Camping Map - Includes All Free And Commercial Campgrounds
This site offer a customised google map showing all campgrounds in New Zealand. The map provides accurate and updated locations of commercial, DOC, and free camping sites throughout both islands of Aotearoa.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CAMPGROUNDS
Glendhu Bay Lakeside Holiday Park
Just a 10 minute drive from Wanaka and situated in a picturesque bay on the shore of Lake Wanaka, close to various bush walks and rock climbing and, gateway to the world heritage Mt Aspiring National Park. Wendekreisen highly recommends this campground in the Wanaka area.
Kaikoura Peketa Beach Holiday Park
Our spacious camp offers a ribbon of sites along the beachfront with well established trees and native birds. We have 28 hard stand, power sites with your own picnic table and breathtaking ocean and mountain views available. You can pitch your tent by the Pacific Ocean and wake up to magnificent sunrises, watching the dolphins play right from your campsite.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ATTRACTIONS
Abel Tasman Aqua Taxi - Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman Aqua Taxi provides water taxi trips, sea shuttle services, scenic cruises and pack/luggage transport in the Abel Tasman National Park. Wendekreisen highly recommends the transport of Abel Tasman Aqua Taxis when visiting the park.
Gungha Sailing - Bay Of Islands Sailing
GUNGHA II is a modern, New Zealand built, go-fast ocean sailing yacht. She is fast, stable and fully equipped with a wide range of modern sailing and navigational gear. Heaps of space and shelter mean GUNGHA II can deliver awesome sailing in all conditions. If you're keen to sail the boat, just ask us! Our friendly ocean-trained crew will help you... or you can simply relax and enjoy!
Tamaki Maori Village
Enroute to Tamaki Maori Village, nestled in the thick of an ancient Tawa forest, your guide will instruct you on the rules of entering a Marae and the protocol you must observe. The visiting tribe must appoint a Chief to accept the peace offering and to represent those on your coach. Representation of your group is considered an honourable task in Maoridom. As you make your way to the village, you’ll learn about the great Maori migration - when Maori journeyed across the vast ocean in massive Waka (canoes) to New Zealand. You’ll also enjoy some fascinating Maori legends and stories from our history.
Waimangu Volcanic Valley - Rotorua
A protected scenic reserve and wildlife refuge, Waimangu Volcanic Valley geothermal park encompasses beautiful Lake Rotomahana and is set in pristine New Zealand bush. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is just 20 minutes South of Rotorua and 40 minutes North of Taupo.
Whakarewarewa - The Living Thermal Village - Rotorua
The Tuhourangi/Ngati Wahiao people have a proud heritage which they have shared with visitors from all around the world for over two hundred years. Since the early 1800’s they have been hosting and welcoming visitors into their homes and backyards, demonstrating the utilization of the natural geothermal wonders for cooking and bathing and sharing their geothermal existence continues to fascinate tourists visiting Whakarewarewa today.
RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATION IN AUCKLAND
Recommended accommodation near the airport and close to our depot:
Novotel Auckland Airport
Novotel Auckland Airport offers premium convenience just steps away from the international terminal and is easily accessible from the domestic terminal via the free inter-terminal shuttle bus.
Auckland International Airport, Ray Emery drive, 2022 Auckland, New Zealand
Ph: +64 9 257 7200
Email: h7485-re1@accor.com
Gateway Hotel Auckland Airport
Offers clean and comfortable rooms, an outdoor swimming pool & spa, kids play area, and a family restaurant. A double room costs from NZ$99/night, a family unit NZ$160 (sleeps up to 5):
206 Kirkbride Road, Auckland Airport, Mangere, New Zealand
PH: 0064 9 275 4079, Fax: 0064 9 275 3232
Freephone 0800 65 111 0 (NZ only)
Email: gatewayhotel@xtra.co.nz
Oakwood Manor Motor Inn
Offers a free airport shuttle service and Double rooms from NZ$98 as well as Family units
610 Massey Road, Mangere, 5 minutes from Auckland Airport.
PH: 0064 9 275 0539, Fax: 0064 9 275 0534
Email: oakwood@silveroaks.co.nz
Recommended accommodation in Auckland City:
Bavaria Bed & Breakfast
Close to city centre in the suburb of Mount Eden. A double room with ensuite and a great continental breakfast costs from NZ$139/night, a single room with ensuite and breakfast costs from NZ$95.--/night.
Phone: 0064-9-638 9641, Fax: 0064-9-638 9665
Email: bavaria@xtra.co.nz
RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATION IN CHRISTCHURCH
Recommended accommodation near the airport and close to our depot:
Airport Delta Motel
Quality accommodation at a good price and in close vicinity to our Christchurch branch; rates from NZ$165/night. 61 Roydvale Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 358 0969, email info@airportdelta.co.nz
Airport Lodge Motel
2 min. from our depot; airport shuttle; rates from NZ$135/night.
105 Roydvale Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 358 5119, email info@airportlodge.co.nz
Copthorne Hotel Commodore Christchurch Airport
3min. from the airport; rates from NZ$225/ night; Tennis court, heated indoor pool, sauna, spa, fitness centre.
449 Memorial Ave, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 3588129, email info@commodorehotel.co.nz
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
2 min. from the airport;airport shuttle; rates from NZ$135/ night.
45 Roydvale Ave, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 358 7093, email info@airportgateway.co.nz
Recommended accommodation in Christchurch City:
The Heritage Christchurch
Designed by Joseph Clark Maddison and opened in 1913, the hotel is listed as a category one building on the Historic Places Trust Register, reflecting its status as a building of national significance. The central location, old flair, high ceilings and cosy ambience make the Heritage our most recommended accommodation in Christchurch city.
28 - 30 Cathedral Square, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 983 4800
Email: res.heritagechc@heritagehotels.co.nz
Apollo Motel Christchurch
8 min. from the airport; rates from NZ$150/ night.
288 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 348 8786, email info@apollomotel.co.nz
Hotel Ibis Christchurch
Rates from NZ$189/night.
107 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 3678666
Azena Motel
Rates from NZ$130/night.
12 Cranford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 366 8733, email info@azena.co.nz
Colombo in the city
Rates from NZ$170/ night.
863 Colombo Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 366 8775
Addington Court Motel
Rates from NZ$150/ night.
197 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 339 4211, email stay@addingtoncourtmotel.co.nz