How much does it cost to ship a caravan to New Zealand?
Caravans are priced on size: length × width × height, with a 50 m³ minimum, plus fixed local charges. Here’s exactly how it adds up.
How the price is worked out
Caravans and motorhomes ship roll-on roll-off and are charged on the space they take up: length × width × height in metres, with a 50 m³ minimum per unit. Fixed Australian and New Zealand local charges are added per unit. The caravan m³ calculator does the maths for you.
Worked examples to Auckland
| Size (L × W × H) | Volume | Charged at | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 × 2.4 × 3.0 m | 46.8 m³ | 50.0 m³ (minimum) | AUD 4,473 + NZD 630 |
| 7.6 × 2.5 × 3.1 m | 58.9 m³ | 58.9 m³ | AUD 5,185 + NZD 630 |
| 8.5 × 2.5 × 3.2 m | 68.0 m³ | 68.0 m³ | AUD 5,913 + NZD 630 |
From our published rate card. Indicative, valid for 14 days and confirmed at booking against space and the van’s measured size. Adelaide is AUD 90.00/m³ plus NZ local charges, with cartage to the Adelaide terminal quoted separately: caravans from Adelaide.
How to measure
- Length: overall, including the drawbar and any rear bike rack or spare wheel.
- Width: the widest point, including the awning and mirrors.
- Height: from the ground to the top of the air-conditioner, solar panels or hatch.
Not sure? Give us the make and model and we’ll check it against our measurements before you book.
What’s included
Export clearance, Australian terminal handling and port charges, sea freight, NZ arrival port charges, the cargo reporting fee, NZ customs entry, the vehicle border check and MPI biosecurity fees.
What to budget for separately
Cartage to the port (quoted when you book; caravans aren’t covered by the 50 km car pickup), NZ GST and any duty, cleaning or re-inspection if MPI isn’t happy first time, delivery to a compliance yard, and entry certification, compliance and registration in New Zealand. Estimate NZ GST and duty.
Five ways to keep the cost down
- Measure accurately: every cubic metre over 50 is charged.
- Remove or fold down what you can: aerials, bike racks, a raised hatch.
- Clean it properly before receival so it passes MPI first time. Cleaning checklist.
- Deliver it to the terminal yourself if you’re close to the port.
- Check whether you qualify for an NZ Customs concession, or ANZCERTA duty relief for Australian-made vans. Moving home to NZ.
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Caravan shipping cost questions
How much does it cost to ship a caravan to New Zealand?
On our published rate, AUD 80.00 per m³ from Brisbane, Port Kembla or Melbourne to Auckland, with a 50 m³ minimum, plus local charges per unit (AUD 472.50 and NZD 630). A van at the 50 m³ minimum comes to AUD 4,473 plus NZD 630.
Why is there a 50 m³ minimum?
Shipping lines charge RoRo space on volume, and smaller vans still take up a deck slot. Anything under 50 m³ is charged at 50.
Is cartage to the port included for caravans?
No. Car prices include pickup within 50 km of the port, but caravan and motorhome cartage is quoted separately when you book.
Do I pay GST when my caravan arrives in New Zealand?
Usually NZ GST of 15% on the value plus freight and insurance, and any duty. Australian-made vans can be duty-free under ANZCERTA with origin evidence, and people moving to NZ may qualify for a concession.
Can you ship my caravan to Wellington, Christchurch or Nelson?
Yes. Choose the NZ port in the price box. Wellington and Lyttelton are usually reached by transhipment via Auckland; Nelson has direct calls on some sailings.