Certified for freedom camping

Pacific Horizon’s Vehicles are certified for freedom camping under New Zealand’s current green-warrant rules.

Every Pacific Horizon rental motorhome is designed for independent travel and is certified as a self-contained vehicle for freedom camping in designated areas, subject to local camping rules and a current green warrant.

Important for 2026 travellers:
The transition to the new self-containment system ended on 7 June 2026. Rental vehicles used for freedom camping must have the current green warrant certification. The new requirements include a permanently fixed toilet; portable toilets do not qualify.

Choose your motorhome

SAM 6 | 6 Berth

Our spacious Mercedes 6-berth motorhome for families and groups, with flexible sleeping arrangements, dual living areas and an internal shower and electric-flush toilet.

Up to 6 adults, or 2 adults + up to 4 children
Fixed internal toilet and shower
120L fresh / 130L waste water
300W solar + 300Ah lithium house battery
Diesel hot water and diesel heating/cooling

MAX 4 | 4 Berth

A premium Mercedes 4-berth motorhome designed for couples, families and small groups wanting generous living space and independent touring capability.

Up to 4 adults, or 2 adults + up to 2 children
Internal shower and fixed toilet
Designed for comfortable off-grid touring
Automatic Mercedes drivetrain
Solar and onboard battery systems

GEM 4 | 4 Berth

A versatile Mercedes 4-berth with a clever double-bed-over-double-bed layout, two living/dining areas and excellent internal access.

Up to 4 adults, or 2 adults + up to 2 children
Fixed electric-flush toilet and internal shower
120L fresh / 130L waste water
300W solar + 300Ah house battery
Diesel hot water and diesel heating/cooling

2+1 | 2 Adults + 1 Child

Our compact Mercedes campervan for couples or a small family, combining a clever interior with the facilities needed for independent travel.

1–2 adults + 1 child up to approximately 8 years
Internal shower and fixed toilet
King-bed configuration
Automatic Mercedes transmission
Self-contained onboard water, waste and power systems

Certified Self-contained For The New NZ Requirements

The green warrant is the current evidence that a vehicle has been certified under New Zealand’s regulated self-containment system. The certification is administered through the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board framework.

The regulations require a warrant card containing identifying vehicle details, issue and expiry dates, the certification authority, the maximum certified number of occupants, and a unique vehicle certification number.

Freedom To Explore - With The Right Certification

Fixed toilet

Under the current rules, a vehicle must have a permanently fixed toilet to be certified self-contained for freedom camping. Pacific Horizon’s motorhomes have an internal toilet facility.

Water & wastewater

Certified self-contained vehicles must meet requirements covering water supply, wastewater management and the ability to manage occupants’ sanitary needs without external services.

Display the warrant

When required for freedom camping, the green warrant card must be displayed so its details are visible from outside the vehicle. The vehicle’s certification can also be checked against the national register.

Local rules still apply

A green warrant does not mean you can camp anywhere. Freedom camping remains subject to local bylaws, signage, DOC rules and any site-specific restrictions.

Please remember: “Certified self-contained” and “freedom camping permitted everywhere” are not the same thing. Always check the rules for the specific location before staying overnight.

Freedom Camping In New Zealand

With the right certification, your Pacific Horizon motorhome gives you the flexibility to explore New Zealand independently. But freedom camping rules can vary between regions and individual locations.

Check Before You Stay

Local council freedom camping bylaws
DOC restrictions
On-site signs
Designated camping areas
Maximum stay limits

Check DOCs Rules >

Built For New Zealand Touring

Pacific Horizon motorhomes are designed and built in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions. Across the range, features include automatic transmission, insulated walls and floors, double-glazed windows, roof-mounted solar and heating/cooling systems. The GEM, MAX 4 and SAM models also feature rear-wheel drive and dual rear wheels.

Each vehicle is supplied with an onboard manual and a full vehicle introduction at pickup so travellers can understand the water, waste, heating, power and self-containment systems before setting off.