Book with Zest Car Rental in New Zealand!
Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car in New Zealand. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications!
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts!
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers in New Zealand who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here!
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance in New Zealand as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems!
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today!
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here!
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours.
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent!
Should I rent a car in New Zealand?
In short, yes! Hiring a car in New Zealand offers you the freedom to explore hidden gems only accessible by car.
South Island
Hiring a car in New Zealand is the best way to see, explore and discover everything in comfort. New Zealand's South Island is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, and a hire car is the perfect way to explore its stunning landscapes. Start your journey in Christchurch and then head to the picturesque town of Akaroa on the Banks Peninsula. From there, drive through the Southern Alps to reach Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world. Along the way, you can visit Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, home to New Zealand's highest peak, and take in the mesmerizing views of turquoise lakes and snow-capped mountains.
North Island
The North Island of New Zealand is rich in Maori culture and features unique geothermal wonders. Begin your journey in Auckland and make your way to Rotorua, known for its geothermal activity, including geysers and bubbling mud pools. While in Rotorua, you can also immerse yourself in Maori culture by attending a traditional Maori cultural performance or visiting a living Maori village. Drive to Taupo to see the stunning Huka Falls and take a dip in the natural thermal springs along the way.
Explore New Zealand's unique landscape.
Driving in New Zealand
You'll drive on the left in New Zealand and overtake on the right, if you're visiting from the UK then this will all seem very familiar. The roads are very windy and twisty so be well aware of your speed while you cruising around enjoying the scenery. For everything you'll need to know about driving in New Zealand, check out our New Zealand Driving Guide.
Where can I rent a car in New Zealand with Zest Car Rental?
Zest Car Rental serves the major airports of New Zealand and the country’s smaller travel hubs. So we are ready to provide you with a hire car whether you’re arriving at:
Auckland Airport – Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand, with magnificent sights and sounds waiting around every corner, and a stunning waterfront location on the Hauraki Gulf. Be sure to explore the windswept beaches of the west coast and the subtropical bush clad hills of the Waitakere Ranges. We also recommend you seek out the amazing coves of The Coromandel to the east of Auckland. Car hire really is the best way to make the most of this fascinating region.
Wellington Airport – It may not be the largest city in New Zealand, but the country’s capital is still a great city to visit. Fly to Wellington Airport and drive out to Zealandia to learn about New Zealand’s rare and varied wildlife. Alternatively, set out on a road trip up the east coast to Hawkes Bay with its wonderful wines and stunning architecture.
Rotorua Airport – Land at Rotorua and head to its wonderful volcanic and geothermal area. Located in one of the most geothermally active areas of the country with geysers, mud baths, and hot springs all on offer, Rotorua is a must visit destination. Make sure you spend some time in the Bay of Plenty with its waterfalls, forests, white sand beaches, and wonderful lakes. Whether you chill on a beach or go whale watching, there’ll be something here for you.
Queenstown Airport –Located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and overlooked by the mountains of The Remarkables, Queenstown is considered the adventure capital of the world and offers everything an adrenaline junkie could ask for. If you’re after jet boating, bungee jumping, or a ziptrek, you’ll find it here. If it all gets too much for you, why not relax with a glass of one of Otago’s many excellent wines and take in the scenery.
Need to contact us on rental?
We hope that your holiday and car hire collection goes smoothly, however we understand that things don’t always go to plan.
If your flight is cancelled or delayed, please let us know on +44 1362 852288.
If you experience an issue upon collection, a member of our customer support team will be more than happy to help! Contact us and we will liaise with the car rental provider to resolve any problems.
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