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As part of a RTW, my bf and I are spending 3 weeks in NZ. Hoping to do at least 7-10 days in campervan on S. Island, then heading north to fly out of Auckland. We fly into Christchurch around end of Feb. Some questions (and ScottWoz, if you're still around, i'd love some of your invaluable advice...
1. Are there any recommended discount camper companies? Would kinda like a shower, so we can park up in some remote spots - is that worth the extra expense?

2. What about the insurance packages they offer? $54 NZD for full insurance, camping gear, sleeping gear seems a lot - is it worth it?

3. For logistics - if we round trip the S Island: Cchurch - Cchurch, then caught the train / bus (?) to Picton for the passenger ferry, can we make our way easily up to Auckland? Or should we attempt to take the camper all the way up?

4. And while we're at it - tell me your top three 'don't miss' spots....

Thanks for your feedback everyone! I just booked our tickets TODAY and we leave in less than 3 months!!!! So excited )
about first trip of this kind, and your stories and blogs have been brilliant inspiration.