Insurance & Excess

This page is a summary of the Campervan Companies Standard Liability. This amount is what you would be liable to pay in the event of an accident of damage to the vehicle.

You are able to reduce this amount in either one of two ways as follows -

When making your booking, opt for the Stress Free Package, whereby your excess has already been reduced and includes some bonus features

Choose one of the Excess Reductions Options below at time of pick up

For full details on these options please see the relevent Terms and Conditions

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend that clients ensure they take out the highest level of Travel Insurance, regardless if you take the Excess Reduction.

Apollo

(see below for Rugby World Cup Conditions)

Standard Liability

Apollos rental charge includes a Standard Liability of $7,500. The bond will be collected at the time of entering into the Rental Contract. Payment of this Bond is only accepted by credit card. The amount above will be debited to the credit card account immediately.

The Standard Liability can be reduced by purchasing one of the following Reduction Options:

Excess Reduction Options from 1st April 2009 - 31st March 2010

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Campervans	$22 (max $1,100)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Campervans	$38 (max $1,900)	$0	$250

Excess Reduction Options from 1st April 2010 - 31st March 2011

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Campervans	$25 (max $1,250)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Campervans	$42 (max $2,100)	$0	$250

Stress Free Package

We also offer a Stress Free Package which includes:

Comprehensive Insurance (NIL excess)

VIP Cover (Tyre and Windscreen replacement)

Unlimited Kilometers

One Way Rental Fee

Diesel Tax Recovery Fee

12.5% GST

Complimentary Airport Transfers

Linen and Bedding Kits

Kitchen Kit

Apollo Welcome Pack

Pre-hire Cleaning Fees

Vehicle Consultation Fee

24hr Roadside Assistance

Extra Driver Fees

Maps & Camp Ground Guides

LP Gas Refill Fee

Snow Chains (on request)

Camp Chairs and Table

Baby or Booster Seats (on request)

Apollo - Rugby World Cup

Standard Liability

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Campervans	$25 (max $1,250)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Campervans	$42 (max $2,100)	$0	$250

Stress Free Package

We also offer a Stress Free Package which includes:

Comprehensive Insurance (NIL excess)

VIP Cover (Tyre and Windscreen replacement)

Unlimited Kilometers

One Way Rental Fee

Diesel Tax Recovery Fee

12.5% GST

Complimentary Airport Transfers

Linen and Bedding Kits

Kitchen Kit

Apollo Welcome Pack

Pre-hire Cleaning Fees

Vehicle Consultation Fee

24hr Roadside Assistance

Extra Driver Fees

Maps & Camp Ground Guides

LP Gas Refill Fee

Snow Chains (on request)

Camp Chairs and Table

Baby or Booster Seats (on request)

Cheapa Campa

Standard Liability

Cheapa Campas rental charge includes a Standard Liability of $2,700 for Hitop & 2 Berth ST and $5,000 for 4 & 6 Berth. The bond will be collected at the time of entering into the Rental Contract. Payment of this Bond is only accepted by credit card. The amount above will be debited to the credit card account immediately.

The Standard Liability can be reduced by purchasing one of the following Reduction Options:

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
Hitop & 2 Berth ST	$16 (max $560)	$1,200	$1,200
4 & 6 Berth	$20 (max $1,000)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
Hitop & 2 Berth ST	$26 (max $910)	$0	$250
4 & 6 Berth	$35 (max $1,750)	$0	$250

Stress Free Package

We also offer a Stress Free Package which includes:

Comprehensive Insusrance (NIL excess)

VIP cover (Tyre and Windscreen replacement)

Unlimited Kilometres

12.5% GST

3% Vehicle registration recovery/taxes

Diesel Tax Recovery Fee

Complimentary Airport Transfers

Bedding Kit

Kitchen Kit

Extra Driver Fees

LP Gas Refill Fee

Cheapa Welcome Pack

Pre-hire Cleaning Fees

Vehicle Consultation Fee

24 Hour Roadside Assistance

Snow Chains (on request)

Camp Chairs and Table

Maps and Camp Ground Guides

Baby or Booster Seats (on request)

Backpacker

Standard Liability

From 01 April 2009:
The hirer is responsible for the first NZ$1,900 for the Breezer, Nomad & Wanderer and NZ$5,000 for the Quattro and Six-Pack

From 01 April 2010:
The hirer is responsible for the first NZ$3,500 for the Breezer, Nomad & Wanderer and NZ$5,000 for the Quattro and Six-Pack

..of ANY ACCIDENT COST of damage to Third Party property or to the rented vehicle, including single vehicle accident, windscreen and tyre damage, overhead and underbody damage, towing and recovery costs, theft, fire, break in or vandalism with the exception of the exclusions..

This also includes the cost of the daily rental rate for the period the vehicle is off fleet for accident repairs (demurrage). The excess applies in respect of each claim, not rental.

This Standard Excess can be reduced by purchasing one of the following options at the depot:

Excess Reduction Option 1:

Up to 31 March 2010:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
Breezer, Nomad, Wanderer	$14 (max $700)	$950	$950
Quattro, Six-Pack	$25 (max $1250)	$2,500	$2,500

From 01 April 2010 to 31 March 2011:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
Breezer, Nomad, Wanderer	$16 (max $800)	$1500	$1500
Quattro, Six-Pack	$25 (max $1250)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2:

Up to 31 March 2010:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
Breezer, Nomad, Wanderer	$20 (max $1,000)	$0	$220
Quattro, Six-Pack	$32 (max $1,600)	$0	$220

From 01 April 2010 - 31 March 2011:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
Breezer, Nomad, Wanderer	$26 (max $1,300)	$0	$220
Quattro, Six-Pack	$32 (max $1,600)	$0	$220

Tyre and Windscreen Cover:(Available from 01/04/2010)

The Tyre and Windscreen Cover option is a daily fee of NZ$5. This will cover the Hirer for unlimited accidental damage to the windscreen and tyres . The cover is only available when excess reduction 2 has been purchased.

Britz

(see below for Rugby World Cup Conditions)

Standard Liability

The hirer is responsible for the first NZ$7,500 or NZ$2,500 (Rookie Vehicle only) of ANY ACCIDENT COST of damage to Third Party property or to the rented vehicle, including single vehicle accident, windscreen and tyre damage, overhead and underbody damage, towing and recovery costs, theft, fire, break in or vandalism.

This also includes the cost of the daily rental rate for the period the vehicle is off fleet for accident repairs (demurrage). The excess applies in respect of each claim, not rental.

The Standard Liability can be reduced by purchasing one of the following Reduction Options:

Excess Reduction Options from 1st April 2009 - 31st March 2010

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
2WD	$22 (max $1,100)	$2,500	$2,500
4WD	$27 (max $1,350)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
Rookie	$19 (max $570)	$0	$220
2WD	$40 (max $2,000)	$0	$220
4WD	$49 (max $2,450)	$440	$440

Excess Reduction Options from 1st April 2010 - 31st March 2011

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
2WD	$25 (max $1,250)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
2WD	$42 (max $2,100)	$0	$220

Stress Free Package

We also offer the Stress Free Package which includes great extras such as:*

Vehicle Insurance (Nil Excess Applies)
Underbody and Overhead Accidental Damage
Unlimited Windscreen and Tyre Cover for Accidental Damage
Diesel Tax Recovery fee
Picnic Table and Chairs (per person travelling)
Pre Purchase Gas (bring it back empty)
Baby or Booster Seat/s (must be pre-booked)
Portable heater (if required)
Snow Chains (if required)

*(Some items may not be included in the Britz Rookie)

Britz - Rugby World Cup

Standard Liability

The hirer is responsible for the first NZ$7,500 of ANY ACCIDENT COST of damage to Third Party property or to the rented vehicle, including single vehicle accident, windscreen and tyre damage, overhead and underbody damage, towing and recovery costs, theft, fire, break in or vandalism.

This also includes the cost of the daily rental rate for the period the vehicle is off fleet for accident repairs (demurrage). The excess applies in respect of each claim, not rental.

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
2WD	$25 (max $1,250)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
2WD	$42 (max $2,100)	$0	$220

Stress Free Package

We also offer the Stress Free Package which includes great extras such as:

Vehicle Insurance (Nil Excess Applies)
Underbody and Overhead Accidental Damage
Unlimited Windscreen and Tyre Cover for Accidental Damage
Diesel Tax Recovery fee
Picnic Table and Chairs (per person travelling)
Pre Purchase Gas (bring it back empty)
Baby or Booster Seat/s (must be pre-booked)
Portable heater (if required)
Snow Chains (if required)

Hippie Camper

Standard Liability

Hippie Campers includes a Standard Liability of NZ$2,500 or NZ$3,500 if 18-20 years old. The bond will be collected at the time of entering into the Rental Contract. Payment of this Bond is only accepted by credit card. The amount above will be debited to the credit card account immediately. The Standard Liability can be reduced by purchasing one of the following Reduction Options:

Excess Reduction Option 1:

Age	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
21-75 years	$12 (max $600)	$1,200	$1,200
18-20 years	$22 (max $1,100)	$1,200	$1,200

Excess Reduction Option 2:

Age	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
21-75 years	$20 (max $1,000)	$100	$100
18-20 years	$30 (max $1,500)	$250	$250

Stress Free Package

As an alternative to choosing an Excess Reduction option, we do offer the Stress Free Package for an extra NZ$20(21-75) or NZ$30(18-20) per day which includes great extras such as:

- Vehicle Insurance ($100 excess or $250 if 18-20 years)
- VIP Cover (Tyre and Windscreen Replacements)
- 2.5% Government Stamp Duty/Taxes
- LP Gas Refill Fee
- Camp Chairs and Table
- Snow Chains (if required)

Maui

(see below for Rugby World Cup Conditions)

Standard Liability

The hirer is responsible for the first NZ$7,500 of ANY ACCIDENT COST of damage to Third Party property or to the rented vehicle, including single vehicle accident, windscreen and tyre damage, overhead and underbody damage, towing and recovery costs, theft, fire, break in or vandalism. This also includes the cost of the daily rental rate for the period the vehicle is off fleet for accident repairs (demurrage). The excess applies in respect of each claim, not rental. This Standard Excess can be reduced by purchasing one of the following options at the depot:

Excess Reduction Options from 1st April 2009 - 31st March 2010

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
All Motorhomes	$22 (max $1,100)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$40 (max $2,000)	$0	$220

Excess Reduction Options from 1st April 2010 - 31st March 2011

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
All Motorhomes	$25 (max $1,250)	$2,500	$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$42 (max $2,100)	$0	$220

Stress Free Package

We also offer the Stress Free Package which includes great extras such as:

Vehicle Insurance ($0 Excess Applies)
Underbody and Overhead Accidental Damage
Unlimited Windscreen and Tyre Cover for Accidental Damage
Diesel Tax Recovery Fee
Pre-Purchase Gas (return empty)
Picnic Table and Chairs (per person travelling)
Child/Booster Seats (must be pre-booked)
Snow Chains
Portable Heater
GPS for Spirit 4 and 6 Rentals

Maui - Rugby World Cup 2011

Standard Liability

The hirer is responsible for the first NZ$7,500 of ANY ACCIDENT COST of damage to Third Party property or to the rented vehicle, including single vehicle accident, windscreen and tyre damage, overhead and underbody damage, towing and recovery costs, theft, fire, break in or vandalism. This also includes the cost of the daily rental rate for the period the vehicle is off fleet for accident repairs (demurrage). The excess applies in respect of each claim, not rental. This Standard Excess can be reduced by purchasing one of the following options at the depot:

Excess Reduction Options

Excess Reduction Option 1

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to	Bond reduced to
All Motorhomes	NZ$25 (max $1,250)	NZ$2,500	NZ$2,500

Excess Reduction Option 2

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	NZ$42 (max $2,100)	$0	NZ$220

Stress Free Package

We also offer the Stress Free Package which includes great extras such as:

Vehicle Insurance ($0 Excess Applies)
Underbody and Overhead Accidental Damage
Unlimited Windscreen and Tyre Cover for Accidental Damage
Diesel Tax Recovery Fee
Pre-Purchase Gas (return empty)
Picnic Table and Chairs (per person travelling)
Child/Booster Seats (must be pre-booked)
Snow Chains
Portable Heater
GPS for Spirit 4 and 6 Rentals

Kea

(See below for Rugby World Cup Conditions)

Standard Liability

All KEA Campers vehicles come with comprehensive insurance cover. A standard excess of $5,000.00 applies in the event of any damage to either our vehicle or third party property. The renter will also be fully liable for replacing or repairing damaged windscreens and tyres.

This Standard Excess can be reduced by purchasing one of the following options at the depot:

From 01 April 2009 to 31 March 2010:

Excess Reduction Option 1:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$25 (max $1,250)	$2,000	$2,000

From 01 April 2010 to 31 March 2011:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$28 (max $1,400)	$2,000	$2,000

Excess Reduction Option 2:

From 01 April 2009 to 31 March 2010:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$35 (max $1,750)	$0	$500

From 01 April 2010 to 31 March 2011:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$38 (max $1,900)	$0	$500

Stress Free Package

As an alternative to choosing an Excess Reduction option, we do offer the Stress Free Package which includes great extras such as:

Full Cover Insurance (nil excess)
Unlimited Kilometres
12.5% GST
Windscreen and Tyre Repairs
The cost of Overhead and Underbody damage & Demurrage fee
One way fees on all rentals
Transfer on the first and last day of rental to/from airport or city hotel
Camping equipment - table, chairs and sun umbrella
Multilingual GPS navigation system
Baby capsule or child/booster seats (on request)
Toll road charges
Snow Chains (on request)

Kea - Rugby World Cup

Excess Reduction Option 1:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$28 (max $1,400)	$2,000	$2,000

Excess Reduction Option 2:

Vehicle	Cost per day	Excess reduced to:	Bond reduced to:
All Motorhomes	$38 (max $1,900)	$0	$500

Stress Free Package

As an alternative to choosing an Excess Reduction option, we do offer the Stress Free Package for an extra $68.75 per day which includes great extras such as:

Full Cover Insurance (nil excess)
Unlimited Kilometres
12.5% GST
Windscreen and Tyre Repairs
The cost of Overhead and Underbody damage & Demurrage fee
One way fees on all rentals
Transfer on the first and last day of rental to/from airport or city hotel
Camping equipment - table, chairs and sun umbrella
Multilingual GPS navigation system
Baby capsule or child/booster seats (on request)
Toll road charges
Snow Chains (on request)

Security Bonds

All Suppliers do take a Security Bond at the beginning of the rental and it MUST be paid by a credit card ONLY, (KEA allow Cash, Travellers Cheques or Credit card). The amount of this bond is dependent on if you take out Excess Reduction and which option you take. For exact details of your bond please see the Terms and Conditions pages.