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Frequently Asked Questions About Hippie Campervan Hire

 

We're sure you have some questions before hitting the road, so we've put together a list for you of questions we get asked the most so you can find some fast answers. If you can't see the information you're looking for, simply reach out to our Hippie Camper team by calling us on 0800 113 131 or by emailing us at [email protected].

 

BRANCH LOCATION AND HOURS

+ WHAT TYPE OF PAYMENTS DO YOU ACCEPT IN YOUR BRANCH?

Our branches accept Credit Card or Debit Card for rental charges paid on vehicle pick up or drop off. Cash payments are not accepted. The Bond on the vehicle is only payable by Credit Card or Debit Credit Card.

The Bond cannot be paid with a pre-paid Credit Card.

+ WHAT ARE THE BRANCH HOURS AND LOCATIONS?

Click here to see our locations and opening hours.

+ HOW DO I GET TO THE BRANCH?

Branches are conveniently located near major airports, making pick-up and drop-off even easier for you. You can arrange transport to and from the airport via taxi or uber/rideshare or public transport (where possible).

+ DO YOU ALLOW PICK UP OR DROP OFF OUTSIDE OF BRANCH HOURS?

All guests are required to pick up and drop off during the hours specified for each branch.

DRIVER LICENCE

+ HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO BE TO DRIVE A HIPPIE CAMPER?

Mighty Campers (Highball and Double Down), Cheapa Campa (Hitop and Endeavour) and Hippie (Hitop and Endeavour) drivers must be 18 years of age or over with a full driver licence.

For all other RV types drivers must be 21 years of age or over with a full driver licence and the licence must be valid for the entire booking duration.

+ DO ALL DRIVERS HAVE TO BE IN THE BRANCH AT PICK UP?

All drivers are required to show their Driver Licence to the branch in person prior to driving the vehicle. At pick up is preferred, however guests may visit the branch prior to pick up or after, as long as it’s shown before they drive the vehicle. 

+ WHAT TYPE OF DRIVER LICENCE DO I NEED?

A current and full motor vehicle driver licence is required to be shown at pick-up and all drivers need to be present. If the driver licence is not in English then we require an accredited English translation or an International Driver Permit. We do not accept Digital Driver licences.

Mighty Campers (Highball and Double Down), Cheapa Campa (Hitop and Endeavour) and Hippie (Hitop and Endeavour) drivers must be 18 years of age or over with a full driver licence.

For all other RV types drivers must be 21 years of age or over with a full driver licence and the licence must be valid for the entire booking duration. It is important to select the correct country in which the driver licence was issued to ensure correct rates are calculated. If the hirer presents a driver licence that is from a different country to which the booking was created the guest may incur additional charges.

VEHICLES

+ Will my campervan have wheelchair access?

Unfortunately, our campervans and motorhomes are not equipped with wheelchair access. Additionally, the interior space is quite limited, and therefore does not accommodate a wheelchair.

+ ARE DOGS ALLOWED IN THE VEHICLE?

We are happy for you to bring a pet dog on vacation in our Motorhome for a pet cleaning fee of $250 if picking up on or before 31 March 2024. Picking up on or after 1 April 2024 is a pet cleaning fee of $299.

Service animals can travel in Hippie Campers free of charge with prior permission and proof of service certification. We ask you to tell us in advance that you wish to bring your pet and to ensure your pet does not cause any damage to the vehicle. Should additional pet cleaning be required at drop off, additional cleaning charges will apply.

+ CAN I BRING MY BIKE?

We do not have bike racks on our campers. Bikes may be stored inside the campervan, however we would appreciate bikes being stored in bike bags to avoid any damage to the interior of the campervan.

+ DO I HAVE TO PAY PER KILOMETRE (KM)?

We offer unlimited kilometres with our 2WD Motorhomes. Relocations have a daily kilometre allowance - please refer to our Terms and Conditions for more information on charges.

+ HOW LONG DOES THE BATTERY SYSTEM LAST?

The battery system will provide power for between 12 - 20 hours when fully charged depending on use. Our vehicles operate on ancillary battery systems which power internal appliances such as the fridge, lights, television and water pump.

The batteries only recharge when connected to mains power or will trickle charge when driving the vehicle. We recommend that the vehicle is plugged into mains power every 2 nights. Idling the engine won't provide enough power to recharge the house battery. When you are connected, all equipment automatically runs on mains power rather than the battery.

Appliances such as the microwave, rear air-conditioning and power points only run on mains power. Television may run either on 240v (mains power) or 12v (battery power).

For the 12 Volt system to work, the 12 Volt main switch must be in the 'on' position. All vehicles can be connected to 240 Volt mains power via the supplied 15 Amp extension lead with a large earth pin. All approved caravan park circuits are rated at 15 amps.

+ CAN I REQUEST A SPECIFIC LAYOUT OR VEHICLE LENGTH?

Vehicles can be requested by vehicle category, however we cannot guarantee a particular vehicle layout, make or model.

+ WILL MY VEHICLE BE AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSION?

All of our rental vehicles are automatic transmission.

VEHICLE INCLUSIONS

+ DO I HAVE TO PAY A LIABILITY DEPOSIT WHEN HIRING IN NEW ZEALAND?

The amount you are liable for in event of accident or damage is dependent on what Liability Option you choose. We are required to hold your credit card details for bookings in New Zealand and will charge that credit card in the event of accident or damage up to the amount you are liable for.

Find out more about our liability reduction options in our terms and conditions.

Please review our Liability Reduction Options, which can be found in our Terms and Conditions to check your specific brand and vehicle type.

You are welcome to call us or email us and we will be in touch to explain this further.

+ WHAT IS LIABILITY REDUCTION?

Liability means the state of being legally responsible for something. With our vehicles, you are liable up to your chosen liability in the event of an incident or accident, regardless of fault and provided you do not breach the Terms and Conditions of hire.

Our reservations team would be happy to further explain this to you. You are welcome to call us or email us with your phone number and we will be in touch.

+ WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE VALUE PACK?

The Value Pack, is a bundled extra which provides the highest Liability Option and selected value-added products/services for a great road trip. The minimum amount payable per rental for Value Pack will be based on the minimum rental period applicable for the booking. The maximum amount payable is 50 days per rental segment.

For a list of what is included in the Value Pack for your booking, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for your chosen vehicle.

+ DOES MY RV COME WITH A GAS BOTTLE AND IS THERE A CHARGE?

Yes, all vehicles are supplied with a full gas bottle. Gas bottles must be refilled before the vehicle is returned, otherwise an additional fee will apply.

If you purchase the Re-fuelling pack or the Pre-purchased gas bottle, you may return the gas bottle empty upon the completion of your road trip. 

+ WHAT IS IN A PERSONAL KIT?

Personal Kits include sheets, pillows, duvets/comforters and bath towels.

+ WHAT IS SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLE?

All vehicles are supplied with a kitchen kit, personal kit and general equipment for your convenience -

  • Kitchen Kit: plates, bowls, knives, forks, spoons, bottle opener, can opener, colander, saucepans, frying pans, and cooking utensils, chopping board, kettle, toaster and tea towel. Electrical appliances are supplied in RVs that have 240V.
  • General Equipment: pegs, clothes line, fire extinguisher, bucket, hose, dustpan and brush. 4WD RVs also include either an EPIRB (Emergency Personal Indicator Radio Beacon) or a PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) and an Outback Safety Kit comprised of an air compressor, a shovel and recovery boards (or a Snatch Strap with D-Shackles instead of the recovery boards for the Britz Maverick 4WD, Apollo Adventure Camper and Cheapa 4WD).
  • Personal Kit: complimentary bedding (sheets, doona/duvet, pillows) and towels.

PLACES TO STAY

+ WHERE DO WE CAMP AT NIGHT?

We strongly recommend you stay at a campground, holiday park or RV/caravan park. RV/caravan parks offer excellent recreational opportunities, plus essential shower and toilet facilities. Powered sites enable you to connect your vehicle to electricity.

In Australia and New Zealand, download the thl Roadtrip App from the App Store or Google Play.

What is the thl Roadtrip App?

If you are travelling with us, the thl Roadtrip App is your go-to before you travel and while you're on the road. Access handy tips from planning and preparation, what to expect at pick-up, a full show-through video of the camper you have booked and comprehensive on-the-road CamperHelp ‘how to’ videos. We guide you through preparing your camper for drop-off and finally, make it easy for you to go again – be it through renting or buying.

How will the app help you plan your roadtrip?

1. Find everything you need

The thl Roadtrip App displays your current GPS location then shows the nearest campsite and holiday parks, (free and paid), petrol station, free wifi, real-time road alerts, supermarkets, dump stations, public toilets, LPG filling stations, laundromats and in fact pretty much everything you need when you're on the road in Australia.

2. Watch the Show-through video of your camper

The thl Roadtrip App includes a full show-through video of your camper - showing you what it looks like and where to find everything. It's a requirement that you watch this video before you get here as it forms part of the pick-up process in the branch.

3. Watch the CamperHelp ‘How to’ Videos

We feature a bunch of useful 'CamperHelp' videos, showing you how to use the features of your camper - from plugging into power, to emptying the toilet cassette, setting up the dining tables and making the beds – you’ll be a pro in no time.

4. Plan your trip and book campgrounds and attractions directly in the app

Be organised and search along your planned itinerary route to pre-book campsites, holiday parks, attractions and experiences directly within the app.

5. Offline Content

One of the best features of the thl Roadtrip App is, no matter where you are, the maps work offline, you don’t need a Wi-Fi connection to be able to use the maps when you’re out of range, you just need to save them first. Perfect for itinerary planning when you are a bit more off the grid as Australia is big place with sometimes-limited mobile reception areas.

All videos within the app also feature the transcripts in different languages. We recommend you download these to your device before you leave to ensure you have access to them in case you do not have access to Wi-Fi or data connection on the road.

6. Join the conversation with other travellers

If you like reading user tips and feedback about places to stay and things to do, then the thl Roadtrip App will be super helpful for you. As a user of the app you are able to leave your own feedback and read others comments and recommendations - very handy if you are trying to decide where to stay for the night and you want to know which campground is more preferred by fellow roadtrippers.

Download for iPhone here or Android here.

We are part of a collaborative project called GeoZone which aims to make it easier to travel responsibly by sharing facility locations, so if you find something not on the app, or if you find a location that's no longer there, you can submit it through the app and contribute to this awesome project.

WHAT TO DO BEFORE PICK UP

+ SHOULD I DOWNLOAD THE thl ROADTRIP APP?

Yes, thl Roadtrip contains a section on Safe Driving Videos, which you will need to view prior to starting your road trip. You can also watch “How To” videos for your selected rental campervan.

+ DO I NEED TO SUPPLY ALL DRIVER DETAILS?

We require you to enter all driver details online through our Online Check In link prior to pick up. You will need your Reservation/Booking Reference and the surname of the booking. You are not required to enter passenger details, only drivers.

MY BOOKING

+ CAN I MAKE CHANGES TO MY BOOKING?

Yes of course! Please contact our  friendly Reservations team by email on [email protected] and quote your Reservation number. We will then check whether we can fulfil your request.

+ WHAT IS A VEHICLE RELOCATION?

We permit vehicles to travel one way between cities. This frequently results in vehicles being located in the wrong city for their next rental. To assist in the “relocation” of these vehicles, we offer travellers cheap rates to move vehicles from city “A” to city “B”. For budget conscious renters this provides an ideal opportunity to travel between cities while still fitting in some sightseeing.

To find out more, please contact us.

ON THE ROAD

+ WHO DO I CONTACT IF I NEED ASSISTANCE?

We encourage you to download thl Roadtrip app in Australia and NZ. The app has a Contact Us section which easily connects you to Reservations and Roadside Assistance, as well as Campstay. Download from Google Play or the Apple Store.

To ask about availability to extend your holiday email [email protected] or call Reservations on 0800 845 555.

For Roadside Assistance email [email protected] or call 0800 788 558 - the number will be on your key tag.

+ HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TAKE A BREAK?

We encourage you to allow extra time to reach your destination. Please take a break from driving every 2 hours.

+ DO I HAVE TO PAY TO USE TOLL ROADS IN NEW ZEALAND?

When driving a rental vehicle in New Zealand, you are responsible for paying toll fees, so it is important to be aware of these roads before you travel. Toll roads are more likely on the North Island near Auckland. 

thl will pass on any charges the guest receives for traffic infringements, toll, or parking fines during their road trip. For toll way fees received, thl reserves the right to charge the guest’s credit or debit card upon receiving the toll way fee. An administration fee of up to $75.00 to cover associated administrative costs per toll way fee, traffic infringement or parking fine received may be charged.









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