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Car Rental Queenstown
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Why rent a car in Queenstown?
Queenstown is a stunning destination located in the South Island of New Zealand. It is a popular tourist destination, offering stunning views of the Southern Alps and Lake Wakatipu. Renting a car in Queenstown is a great way to explore the area, as it offers a wide range of attractions and activities. Renting a car in Queenstown allows you to take advantage of the many outdoor activities available in the area, such as skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and hiking. You can also explore the local wineries, visit the nearby towns, and take a scenic drive through the stunning landscape. With a car, you can also easily access the Queenstown Airport, making it easier to get to and from the city. Renting a car in Queenstown provides a great way to explore the area and make the most of your stay.
Car rental information for Queenstown
Queenstown is a popular tourist destination located in the Otago region of New Zealand's South Island. It is known for its stunning alpine scenery, adventure activities and vibrant nightlife.
The town is easily accessible by car, bus or plane. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, which is located about 5km from the town centre. There are direct flights to Queenstown from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. There are also regular bus services from other towns and cities in the South Island.
Queenstown is well-known for its adventure activities, including bungee jumping, jet boating, paragliding, sky diving, and skiing. There are also a number of walking and biking trails, which are great for exploring the surrounding area.
The town also offers a wide range of other attractions, including the iconic Skyline Gondola which offers stunning views of the town and the surrounding mountains. There are also a number of museums and galleries, as well as a vibrant nightlife scene with a range of bars and restaurants.
Queenstown is also a great base for exploring the rest of the South Island. It is close to some of the region's most popular attractions, such as Milford Sound, Fox Glacier and Mount Cook.
Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation or culture, Queenstown has something for everyone. With its stunning scenery and range of activities, it is no wonder that Queenstown is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations.
Facts about Queenstown
- Population: 15,873 (2018)
- Founded: 1860
- Location: South Island, New Zealand
- Area: 5.7 km2
- Climate: Temperate Oceanic
- Average Temperature: 8.4°C (47.2°F)
- Time Zone: UTC +12:00
Useful Information Queenstown
Top ways to enter Queenstown?
- By Air: Queenstown Airport is the main airport for flights to Queenstown from other parts of New Zealand and Australia.
- By Road: Queenstown is accessible by road from other parts of New Zealand and Australia.
- By Sea: There are regular ferry services from nearby islands to Queenstown.
- By Rail: There is a rail service that runs from Christchurch to Queenstown.
- By Bus: There are regular bus services from other parts of New Zealand and Australia to Queenstown.
Top Destinations and Activities Queenstown
- Skyline Gondola and Luge - Take a ride on the Skyline Gondola and enjoy stunning views of Queenstown and the surrounding area. Then, take a ride on the luge for a thrilling experience.
- Shotover Jet - Take a thrilling jet boat ride on the Shotover River, which is known for its narrow canyons and white-water rapids.
- Milford Sound Cruise - Take a cruise on the stunning Milford Sound, which is known for its stunning waterfalls, mountains, and wildlife.
- Queenstown Hill - Take a hike up Queenstown Hill to enjoy stunning views of the town and the surrounding area.
- Queenstown Gardens - Take a stroll through the beautiful Queenstown Gardens, which is home to many native plants and animals.
- Wine Tasting - Enjoy a wine tasting tour of the local wineries and sample some of the finest wines in the region.
- Adventure Activities - Enjoy a range of adventure activities such as bungy jumping, jet boating, and skydiving.
Queenstown Rental Car Reviews
See below last 5 customer reviews. Our customers rated Queenstown Car Rental with an average of 8.67 based on 3 ratings.
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Company:
Mr Jacques
Cartrawler
Rentalcargroup Service:
November 26, 2022
During the process of reservation i was easily able to join car trawler by phone. they help me to make the best choice, in particular for the different options of insurances suitable for my needs.
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Ms Eliane
Alamo
Rentalcargroup Service:
September 13, 2023
It was hard to discover that alamo was a europecar company. the reservation number was wrong and the first lady who has attended us told us to looking for the all rental car companys around the airport. after sometime thank a gentil man at avis( who called the call center and have found my reservation) we came back to europe car and have talked with the supervisor that have attended us very nicely. besides that the car was very good.
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Mr Clarence
Europcar
Rentalcargroup Service:
July 31, 2023
The online booking was quick and easy and was done while my family and i were on a layover in amsterdam. at europcar we were met by friendly, helpful staff who had us in our ford fiego in no time!
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Company:
Mr Rob
Cartrawler
Rentalcargroup Service:
July 25, 2023
All okay, but i had a honda mobilia in south africa and this not a nice car. too weak engine, bad seats and eventhough it had only travelled 19000 km it was making lots of rattle noices.
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Mr William
Cartrawler
Rentalcargroup Service:
July 20, 2023
Smooth and problem free experience
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