Oh yeah – this is a juicy little deal kiddies!!! When you spend just $100 bucks or more on your New Zealand roadtrip we’ll put you in touch with our mates at 2 Degrees…

2 Degrees huh? That’s pretty damn cold. Plenty of hard nipples in that kind of weather…

But seriously – the only thing better than hard nipples (and a Wicked Roadtrip) is CHEAP INTERNATIONAL CALLS!!!!

So get in touch with our Roadtrip Planners…they’re young, firm and excited – don’t leave them waiting long!

In NZ Ph: 0800 24 68 70

In Australia Ph: 1800 24 68 69

Terms of Rental:

Free 2 Degrees Sim Card (Valued at $10) valid for bookings worth $100 or more
Not valid for politicians, journalists, Custom Officials or Mel Gibson
Available only for NZ Hires

There’s a whole heap of stuff to see and do on your way up to Auckland – and millions of hot chicks and guys (and sheep!). And best of all – there’s no One Way Fee!

So call our gorgeous Roadtrip Planners pronto and they’ll hook you up with a sweet little camper hire (especially if you tell them what you’re wearing!).

In NZ: 0800 24 68 70

In Australia: 1800 24 68 69

Terms of Hire:

Maximum 2 days free for travellers only, extra days will be charged at the daily rental rate
AND NO ONE WAY FEE Applies
Minimum Hire Period is 5 Days
Does not include Damage Cover
Subject to availability
Minimum Hire Period may apply
Hire is Free for 2 Days (this includes One Way Fee, Credit Card Fee, Contract Fee – unless extensions are paid for, in which case a 1.5% Credit Card Fee and 2.5% Contract Fee will apply)
Available for pickups from Queenstown only, dropping off in Auckland only
Offer may be taken out without further notice

Get all of your hombres together and PAAAARTAAAYYY!!!

2 For 1 Specials!! 2 For 1 Specials!! 2 For 1 Specials!! 2 For 1 Specials!!

This is for a limited time only – so get your ass to any of our depots in NZ and pick up a couple of Wicked vans today!

Terms of Hire:

Must take out Liability Reduction A
Valid for all humans – unless they’re journalists, lawyers or Mel Gibson
Double the price for politicians
Subject to availability
Not available during the rugby world cup or after the world cup – unless authorised by the Monkey that runs this show!
Get the best camper hire deal with Wicked Campers!
Normal booking policy applies
Offer may be withdrawn without further notices
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

Book today by phoning our Roadtrip Planners – they’re lonely and very very SEXY – so c’mon give us a call…

In Australia: 1800 24 68 69

In New Zealand: 0800 24 68 70

Unbeatable price on our campervans rental options and total freedom to go anywhere you want. Unbeatable experience with many roadtrip options and wide variety of vans. We beleive in the experience of the roadtrip.

If you are having trouble in finding the perfect roadtrip buddies, then drop by our Wicked Roadtrip Buddy site! Here you will meet all kind of travelers, backpackers and roadtrip partner for you and your mate. We at Wicked accommodates all your need to travel around New Zealand, that is why we are committed to assist you in finding the best travel experiences.

Life should be one BIG holiday.

For a great start to your holiday book a Wicked campervan! Here you will find quality, save, cheap and perfect campervan offers. Why bother with expensive rentals and accommodations when you could spend your money more on beers and excitements. So contact our sales team now!

Wicked Sales Team

The Wicked Sales team can be contacted on 0800 24 68 70 during the following times:

Monday – Friday: 7am to 5pm

Saturday: 6am to 4pm
Sunday: 6am to 4pm

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All dolphins are cool, but these particular dolphins are damn COOL! The good folk down at Black Cat Cruises are going to let you swim with their awesome dolphins FREE if you hire a Wicked van for 2 weeks or more!!! Sound pretty sweet huh?! Call our Sales team NOW NOW NOW!!!!

Check out Black Cat Cruises here: http://www.blackcat.co.nz

Terms of Hire:

• Offer only valid in New Zealand
• Must hire a Wicked Camper for 14 Days or more
• Offer may be terminated without notice
• One person per van

Wicked Campers is the cheapest, craziest way to see NZ and Australia – so get out there and experience it all!!!

For great deals and great times call our Sales Team: 0800 24 68 70 or in Australia Ph: 1800 24 68 69

We have 15 Depots Australia and 3 in NZ – Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown

Not far though…

You can find the new depot at the following address:

135 Ferry Road

Christchurch Central 8011

New Zealand

All pick ups and drop offs will be from this location.

After the disastrous events occurring in Christchurch last week, (of which I offer my sincere condolences to all those affected), I was invited to a recent fund-raising event on Facebook, arranged by Paul Fawcett, a man who, like many others, felt helpless as the event took place, being stuck at work or home miles and miles away.

I was thrilled to learn of a new project, allowing musicians, producers, singers/songwriters to donate material neccessary for a charity compilation in aid for all those affected by the quake.

The compilation will be hosted online here, in which listeners can donate whatever they wish in order to download the tracks. 50% of donations go to the Red Cross Appeal, with the other 50% going to the Christchurch Salvation Army.

With such a huge response already, I feel this project is a highly meaningful and well thought out idea. The compilation is due for release this Friday, where any artists still wishing to donate tracks should contact: djsh...@gmail.com

I’m sure you’ll probably think of way more, but here’s a list of the essential items you can’t forget to bring when exploring the beautiful land of New Zealand.

Number 1.

A map! This probably sounds really really obvious, but funnily enough this can be a common item left behind. Quite often, most explorers will rely solemnly on the markings and directions already displayed across a particular route. However, what if markings had been tampered or worn? Always have a backup map, you really don’t want to be getting lost out there do you!

Number 2.

A compass. I imagine you will already be on the ball with this one, but if you hadn’t thought about purchasing one, I’d definitely recommend it. For accurate positioning, you can’t go wrong without having a compass. Combined with your map, you’ll have that peace of mind, knowing you’re walking in the right direction!

Number 3.

First aid kit. This is definitely a given, don’t even consider beginning your adventure without one. Clearly, accidents happen, although not expected and so if the unfortunate was to occur, you need to have a kit ready at all times. Being out in the middle of nowhere without the supplies and bandages, etc could lead to infections or worse…make sure you have the right supplies and medication to prevent ruining your trip all together.

Number 4.

Flashlight. A NECCESSITY! Trust me, late night explorations through the dark will be proven extremely difficult, not to mention dangerous without a source of light. Not that you’ll be trekking through the night, I’m predominantly referring to times spent searching around your tent and campsite. LED flashlights are highly beneficial and don’t forget to stock up on batteries too.

Number 5.

Lighter and Matches. Campfires will be proven very difficult without! Of course, all you smokers will already be equipped, but for the non-smokers, be sure to pack plenty of both.

Number 6.

Wet wipes. Likewise with the first aid section above, wet wipes will prove highly worthwhile when things get grubby on the trek. When it comes to eating during breaks, you want to have clean hands right? Keep clean and tidy by being well equipped with wet wipes, you may find use in cleaning other bits of equipment too…

Number 7.

Comfortable footwear. Clearly you’ll be spending most of your time in appropriate walking/climbing/trekking footwear, however when it comes to unwinding at night, don’t forget a comfortable pair of trainers, or whatever else you’d normally rock around the living room!

Number 8.

Relevant climbing gear such as trekking poles, footwear, jackets and safety clothing. All of this type of stuff will help reduce pressure afflicted against your body when on the move. Might sound obvious, but reduce these unnecessary flaws by suiting up appropriately. Crossing obstacles such as rivers and rocky areas will be proven easier with the right equipment.

I’ve listed just the obvious necessities when trekking through New Zealand, or any other adventure holiday for that matter. However, here’s a brief list of further recommendations that you should also bare in mind:

- A GPS receiver

- Extra food and water

- Extra warm clothing

- Appropriate rain gear

- Sunglasses and suncream

- A knife or some sort of multipurpose tool

- A whistle (be heard!)

- Insect repellent

- Treating for water (not all water will be drinkable, make sure you have something to treat it with)

Anything I might have missed, feel free to reply in the comments section below. I hope you find this of use when trekking through New Zealand.

Mauao is a dormant volcano that holds special cultural and historical significance to the Māori tribes of the Bay of Plenty region. The ancestral mountain stands 232 metres above the white sand beaches of Mount Maunganui and overlooks Tauranga Harbour. Mauao is alive with native flora and fauna, including the red blooming Pohutukawa tree that provides shade from the warm Bay of Plenty sunshine.The views from the top out towards White Island and the Pacific Ocean are breathtaking and it is here that it becomes obvious why Mauao has been prized by the locals for centuries.

View the gannet colony at Muriwai Beach – Auckland

Muriwai Beach, on Auckland’s west coast, is home to the most accessible gannet colony in New Zealand. The gannets return to Muriwai in July and from this time they re-establish contact with their lifelong mates. December is an exciting time as chicks clamour for food and parents nosedive spectacularly into the water at up to 145km per hour in search of fish to feed their young. Fur seals regularly feed and rest at Oaia Island, 1.6km off the coast of Muriwai Beach. During spring, they are quite often seen sunbathing on the rocks below the gannet colony.

Drive the Southern Scenic Route – Southland

The Southern Scenic Route takes in some of the most spectacular scenery New Zealand has to offer and offers the traveller a unique ‘off the beaten track’ experience. Much of its uniqueness and intrigue lies in the ever-changing backdrops and vistas where you can admire towering rainforests, rolling fertile farmlands and golden beaches stretching as far as the eye can see. Opportunities abound to view wildlife in its natural environment, Hooker sea lions, NZ fur seals, Yellow-Eyed penguins and Hector’s dolphins all thrive in the area. Visit the Curio Bay Petrified Forest, one of only two Jurassic forests in the world. Stretching around the bottom of the South Island, the route begins (or ends) in Dunedin, travels through the Catlins region, on to Invercargill and then meanders up to Te Anau.

Frisbee Golf Course – Queenstown

Located in the Queenstown Gardens, merely a stone’s throw from the centre of Queenstown is the Queenstown Frisbee Golf Course, comprising 18 challenging holes throughout the gardens the course is popular with locals and tourists alike. Maps of the course can be picked up at Shoeclinic on Beach Street or R&R Sports on Shotover Street. As the course is located in the Queenstown Gardens it may pay to contact the Lakes District Council for further information about who is running the course.

Hot Water Beach – Coromandel

Hot Water Beach is located along New Zealand’s Pacific coast just south of Mercury Bay at the northeast tip of the Coromandel Peninsula. Some volcanos develop huge underground reservoirs of superheated water. Over time, this water will escape to the surface — cooling on the way. There are two fissures at Hot Water Beach issuing water as hot as 64ºC (147ºF) at a rate as high as 15 litres/minute. Hire a spade at the beach store for $5 and dig yourself a spa. Get there an hour before low tide to ensure a good spot and give time to dig a hole.

Self guided wine tour – Marlborough

As one of the sunniest and driest areas in New Zealand, Marlborough is home to the country’s largest wine production region with over 100 vineyards. Most of the wineries have open cellar doors that offer complimentary wine tastings, although no doubt you’ll be wanting to walk away with a few bottles! If you’ve got a rental car you can pick and choose as you wish and cross the beautiful scenery of this wine country at your own pace. Just remember to nominate someone else to drive! Located at the top of New Zealand’s South Island, the main city of Blenheim can be reached by car in four and a half hours from Christchurch or within half an hour after crossing from Wellington on the ferry.

Visit a National Park – all over the country

There are 14 spectacular national parks in New Zealand that along with protected forest parks, reserves and private land preserve nearly a third of the country’s land. And more that 25 marine reserves preserving New Zealand’s natural heritage Containing some of the country’s most treasured areas, they protect unique and beautiful areas that can be enjoyed responsibly by the public.

Te Papa Tongarewa, Museum of New Zealand – Wellington

Te Papa is New Zealand’s national museum, offering visitors a unique and authentic experience of this country’s treasures and stories. Over five floors, you can explore the nation’s nature, art, history and heritage – from the shaping of its land to the spirit of its diverse peoples, from its unique wildlife to is distinctive art and visual culture.

Fox & Franz Joseph Glaciers – West Coast

Fox and Franz Joseph glaciers, like many smaller others on the West Coast of the South Island, descend from the Southern Alps down into temperate rainforest just 300 metres above sea level. As these are among the most accessible in the world to visit, you can easily walk to the foot of the glaciers and marvel at the shear enormity of these moving ice masses.

BBQ at a beach or reserve – all over the country

Some parks such as Muriwai Beach have free BBQs to use. Most charge a $2 ignition fee, but this works out to less than a pound so it’s as good as free!

The Southern Alps cut across most of the South Island, across to the west of the Alps, consisting of rainforests. To the east are the Canterbury Plains, which have rivers running down from the mountains.

In defiance of all rules of nature, the Fox and Franz Josef glaciers have a temperate rainforest around them. There are many other glaciers further inside Mt Cook National Park.

The diversity in the landscape, apart from supporting the growth of a variety of flora and fauna, make for a great holiday in New Zealand!

New Zealand Vital Statistics

Highest mountain: Aoraki/Mt Cook (3,754m)

Deepest lake: Lake Hauroko (462m)

Largest lake: Lake Taupo (606 sq km)

Longest river: Waikato River (425km)

Longest glacier: Tasman Glacier (28.5km long)

Seasons

The North of New Zealand is sub-tropical and the South temperate.

Winter – June, July, August

Spring – September, October, November

Summer – December, January, February

Autumn – March, April, May

In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-32C and in winter between 8-16C. Alpine areas can drop as low as -10C

Recommended Clothing

Dress is informal and relaxed on most occasions. Smart casual clothes are acceptable at most restaurants and nightspots. Men are generally not expected to wear suits and ties, except in a few of the top formal bars and restaurants in major cities.

In summer a light jacket or sweater should be included in your luggage should the weather turn cooler or you visit the high country. You can expect some rain, so include a light waterproof jacket or coat. Pack warm winter clothing if visiting between May and September and layer your clothing.

The metservice provides New Zealand with a full range of weather reports.

www.metservice.co.nz