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HAPPY Explorer 4 Seat Camper

Auckland

Owned by Lukas

Responds rapidly

Rental type:

Campervan

Berth:

Sleeps 4

Hire type:

Drive

Pet Policy:
Not Pet friendly
Meet your next road-trip buddy — our Toyota Alphard 4-seater! Travel legally with up to four people, sleep on a comfy king-size mattress, and enjoy the freedom of a fully self-contained setup with toilet, sink, storage, and a portable kitchen. Craving some outdoor magic? Add our easy-to-use roof tent for $50 per night. It sets up in minutes, and we’ll send you a short video guide so you feel confident using it. Please note: the roof rack can carry either the roof tent or big gear like bikes, kayaks, or surfboards — not both at once. Your holiday starts right where you pick up the van — on the edge of the Waitākere Ranges, surrounded by waterfalls, black-sand beaches, dunes, and epic bush walks. We take about 40 minutes during pick-up to walk you through everything so you feel confident and ready to roll. We’re 35–45 mins from the airport, 30–40 mins from the CBD, and just 10 mins from Swanson station (free pick-up depending on timing!). Airport pick-ups available for $120 each way. Planning a longer adventure? Book 4+ weeks and receive a 10% long-stay discount. Adventure is calling. Answer it. 🚐🌿✨

The important stuff

  • Minimum hirer age is 21 years
  • Valid full licence required to drive
  • Sleeps 2 inside the van
  • Van has automatic transmission
  • Van has 4 seat belts
  • Van is 4.88 m (16 feet) long and 2 m (6.6 feet) high
  • 3 day minimum hire
  • Pick up your van from Auckland
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Off road is not allowed

Payment has to be made within 25 minutes otherwise you will lose your booking.

About the campervan

Make
Toyota
Model
Alphard
Year
2004
Length
16.00 ft
Height
2.00 m
Berths
2 internal, 2 external
Seatbelts
4
Fuel type
Petrol

Amenities

  • Air conditioner
  • Camping table and chairs
  • Coffee and tea
  • Cutlery and plates
  • Fridge
  • Stereo
  • Annex
  • Awning
  • Basic pantry
  • Bbq
  • Bike rack
  • Coffee machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Gas bottle
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor kitchen
  • Reversing camera
  • Satellite tv
  • Shower & toilet
  • Solar panels
  • Tv
  • Wheelchair access

Linen

  • Linen provided for an additional charge of $5 per booking

Safety Information

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fire blanket
  • Smoke detector
  • Gps tracker

Location

Lukas's Campervan is located in Auckland.

Exact location information is provided after the booking has been confirmed.


Availability

January to February 2026

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Hiring rules

  • *EMERGENCY
  • If any engine lights come on the dashboard, pull over immediately.
  • In case of an accident: get off the road, stay safe, call Camplify on 03 668 1211, then select option 4.
  • *DAMAGE
  • Any damage must be reported immediately. You will need to provide: who, what, where, and when.
  • *RESTRICTIONS
  • No offroad driving
  • No beach driving
  • No extended gravel roads
  • No smoking inside
  • No pets
  • Unsealed roads must be preapproved in writing via Camplify Messages before your trip begins.
  • Please review the Camplify exclusions, terms, and conditions before hire.
  • *LONG TRIPS
  • Hirers may travel up to 200 km per day, averaged over the hire period.
  • Example: 5 days hire = 5 × 200 km = 1000 km included
  • Additional kilometres are charged at $0.50 per km and deducted after hire.
  • *FUEL
  • Return the van full of petrol.
  • All hires include a full tank at departure.
  • *CLEANING
  • If you don’t choose “clean the van for me”, please:
  • Inside: clean fridge, vacuum mattress, floor, seats, windows, cutlery, pots, and pans. Wash the bedding at the laundry in Ranui (10 min from dropoff).
  • Outside: remove bugs and insects from the front, clean mud, dust, and windows.
  • No cooking in the living/bed area.
  • *TRANSFERS & FERRIES
  • If you need an airport transfer after dropoff, let us know in advance. Cost: $120.00
  • Planning to cross to the South Island? Book your ferry in advance.
  • Check availability here:
  • Bluebridge: https://www.bluebridge.co.nz/
  • Interislander: https://www.interislander.co.nz/
  • HAVE FUN!!! 🚐✨
  • Hirer must be 21 years of age or older.

Pricing

Hire Fee
From $49.00 per day
Service fee
$100.00

Cancellations

Strict

  • Cancel earlier than 45 days before the start of the booking and receive a full credit. Refunds available upon request (less any admin fees) and may take up to 30 days to process.
  • Cancel between 45 and 20 days before the start of booking and receive a 90% credit. Booking fees will not be credited.
  • Cancellations less than 20 days before the start of booking will not be eligible for any credit or refund.

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2 reviews

5.0
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    Oliver
    5.0

    Lukas was an amazing host for us, and HAPPY was a fantastic van with all the amenities we could need for our 6 week trip. The bed is a large double which was one of the main reasons for choosing it, and it worked out very spacious. Another handy feature was how easy we could fold the bed away and put up two extra seats in the back - this was super helpful when giving lifts to friends along the journey. The check in/out process was super easy, and as an automatic vehicle Happy was really easy to drive. We had no problems, and any questions we did have were swiftly answered by Lukas. The whole experience was super chill and hands off , and I would highly recommend.

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    Andry Niray
    5.0

    I recently used this camper for a short trip and I must say it exceeded my expectations. It comfortably sleeps two people, with plenty of space to relax. The interior is well-designed, with four seats, making it perfect for a small group. The bed was cozy, and everything was easy to set up. The camper also has all the essentials, making it a true home away from home. We were able to enjoy the outdoors while still having the comfort of an excellent night's sleep. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient camping experience.


About the owner

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Owned by LukasMember since June 2022
53 reviews
Happy Day Vans was created with one simple idea: to help our guests enjoy truly happy days while exploring New Zealand. Were a small, family-run campervan business based near Auckland, close to the beautiful Waitkere Ranges. Having travelled extensively and even lived in a van ourselves we know that the best adventures come from freedom, simplicity and time in nature. Were an international family, originally from Germany and Argentina, and we love welcoming travellers from all over the world. Were happy to offer vehicle handovers in English, German or Spanish (and a bit of Portuguese too), so you can start your journey feeling relaxed and confident. This is our way of sharing our love for travel, the open road and meaningful adventures.