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maui Campervan and Motorhome Hire
Premium motorhomes under 2 years old, every one with a toilet and shower, from 13 depots in Australia and NZ.
Price range
Premium
Founded
1982
Countries
Australia, New Zealand
Vehicle types
Campervan, Motorhome
Sleeps
2 to 6
Best for
Couples and families who want a newer motorhome with a full bathroom
About maui
maui is the premium motorhome brand of Tourism Holdings (thl), the group that also runs Britz, Apollo and Mighty. It has rented motorhomes since 1982 and operates in Australia and New Zealand from the same 13 depots as its sister brands.
Every maui has a toilet and shower and is an automatic diesel. Australian vehicles are under 2 years old and New Zealand vehicles under 2.5 years, and the range runs from the 2-berth Ultima van to the 6-berth River. maui has no 4WDs, and every hire includes unlimited kilometres.
Is maui a good choice?
maui suits couples and families who want a newer motorhome with a full bathroom. Its Google branch ratings average 4.7 out of 5 across nearly 12,000 reviews, the highest of the thl brands we cover. The trade-offs are premium pricing and no pets, so travellers with a dog should look at Apollo or Britz.
Search below and we compare maui's live prices with other brands, with current hot deals applied automatically.
maui motorhome hire in Australia
maui's Australian fleet has six models: the Ultima and Ultima Plus vans for couples, the Cascade and Beach 4-berths, and the River and Sunset 6-berths. All have reverse-cycle house air-con when connected to mains power. The Cascade and Sunset leave the fleet from 1 April 2027, and maui points travellers to the Beach and River instead.
One-way hires between Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart and Adelaide cost AU$200, or AU$300 when Darwin, Broome, Alice Springs or Perth is at either end, and one-way trips have minimum hire periods of 7 to 28 days.
Depot addresses
Opening hours
Branches open 9am to 3:30pm. Collect or return at least an hour before closing. All branches close on Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Australia Day and Good Friday, and there are no airport transfers.
Vehicles
Campervan
maui Ultima
Couples' van with a full bathroom and a rear lounge that makes a double bed.
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Campervan
maui Ultima Plus
Ultima layout plus a single bed and seatbelt for one child.
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Motorhome
maui Cascade
Compact low-profile 4-berth with two rear doubles. Leaves the fleet from 1 April 2027.
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Motorhome
maui Beach
4-berth overcab motorhome with two dining areas and an outdoor shower.
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Motorhome
maui River
The largest maui, a 6-berth overcab with three double beds and 6 seatbelts.
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Motorhome
maui Sunset
6-berth overcab with three doubles, Australia only. Leaves the fleet from 1 April 2027.
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maui motorhome hire in New Zealand
In New Zealand maui rents five models, the same range as Australia without the Sunset. NZ vehicles have diesel heating and cab-only air-con, a bike rack is included, and every model has a fixed toilet with fresh and waste tanks. maui confirms certified self-containment for the Ultima Plus, so check the green warrant for other models when you book.
One-way fees range from NZ$100 to NZ$300 depending on the route and season, and Queenstown adds a NZ$270 location fee.
Depot addresses
Opening hours
Branches open 8am to 4:30pm, 7 days, and close on Christmas Day. All three run a free airport shuttle.
Vehicles
Campervan
maui Ultima
Couples' van with a full bathroom, diesel heating and a bike rack.
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Campervan
maui Ultima Plus
Ultima layout plus a child's single bed, certified self-contained.
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Motorhome
maui Cascade
Compact 4-berth with two rear doubles, one dropping from the ceiling.
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Motorhome
maui Beach
4-berth overcab motorhome with front and rear dining areas.
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Motorhome
maui River
The largest maui in New Zealand, a 6-berth overcab with three doubles.
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Vehicle specs, floor plans, photos, depot addresses, opening hours and fees come from maui and can change at any time. Please confirm the details when you book.
Current deals
Maui Australia Head North and save 15%
Head north and enjoy 15% off daily vehicle rental rates with no one way fee on selected maui motorhomes. Travel from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Cairns to Darwin or Alice Springs between 15 March and 30 June 2027. Discover incredible landscapes along the way before reaching the Northern Territory, where ancient rock formations, star filled skies and unforgettable Outback adventures await. Book before 31 October 2026.
Booking Period: Available now – 31 Oct, 2026
Pickup Dates: 15 Mar, 2027 – 30 Jun, 2027
Drop Off By: 30 Jun, 2027
Pick Up Location/s: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Cairns
Drop Off Location/s: Darwin or Alice Springs
Vehicles: Beach, Cascade, River, Ultima and Sunset
Terms and Conditions apply
Hot deal is automatically applied in our pricing
Maui New Zealand Head North and save 10%
Pick up a maui motorhome in Queenstown or Christchurch, drive north to Auckland and save 10% on daily vehicle rental rates with no one way fee. Travel between 15 October and 17 December 2026 or between 10 January and 2 February 2027, and take your time through both islands with a motorhome you only unpack once. Book before 31 October 2026.
Booking Period: Available now – 31 Oct, 2026
Pickup Dates: 15 Oct, 2026 – 17 Dec, 2026 or 10 Jan, 2027 – 2 Feb, 2027
Drop Off By: 2 Feb, 2027
Pick Up Location/s: Queenstown or Christchurch
Drop Off Location/s: Auckland
Vehicles: Ultima, Ultima Plus, Cascade, Beach and River
Terms and Conditions apply
Hot deal is automatically applied in our pricing
Maui New Zealand Long Hire Offer and save 5%
Taking the long way round New Zealand? Hire a maui motorhome for 21 days or more and save 5% on daily vehicle rental rates for travel up to 31 March 2027. Pick up and drop off at maui depots in Auckland, Christchurch or Queenstown.
Booking Period: Available now
Minimum Hire: 21 days
Pickup Dates: Now – 31 Mar, 2027
Drop Off By: 31 Mar, 2027
Pick Up Location/s: Auckland, Christchurch or Queenstown
Drop Off Location/s: Auckland, Christchurch or Queenstown
Vehicles: Ultima, Ultima Plus, Cascade, Beach and River
Terms and Conditions apply
Hot deal is automatically applied in our pricing
Pros, cons and good to know
Pros
- Newer fleet: under 2 years old in Australia and under 2.5 years in New Zealand
- Every model has a toilet and shower
- Unlimited kilometres in both countries
- The 6-berth River suits families, with three double beds and 6 seatbelts
- Australian models have house air-con on mains power, and NZ models have diesel heating and a bike rack
- Long hire discount for 21 days or more: 8% in Australia, 5% in New Zealand
Cons
- No pets, apart from registered assistance dogs
- In Australia the standard cover takes a AU$7,500 deposit from your card at pick-up
- No 4WDs, and every vehicle stays on sealed roads
- No airport transfers in Australia, and Alice Springs, Darwin and Broome close or stop pick-ups in the wet season
Good to know
- Driver age: 21 or over, no upper limit
- Licence: full licence; non-English licences need an International Driving Permit or an approved translation
- One-way fees in Australia (2026/27): AU$200, or AU$300 when Darwin, Broome, Alice Springs or Perth is at either end, plus a AU$900 Broome fee and a AU$125 Hobart pick-up fee
- maui Elite: an optional upgrade of about $55 to $57 a day guarantees a motorhome under a year old
- Roads: 2WD vehicles stay on sealed roads, and beaches are off limits for every vehicle
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Frequently asked questions
Who owns maui?
maui belongs to Tourism Holdings (thl), the NZX-listed RV company based in Auckland that also owns Britz, Apollo, Mighty and Cheapa Campa. maui says it has rented motorhomes since 1982.
Where are maui's depots?
In Australia maui has depots in Adelaide, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Broome, Cairns, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. In New Zealand it has depots in Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown, all with a free airport shuttle.
How much is the maui bond?
With the included cover you are liable for up to $7,500 per incident. In Australia that $7,500 is debited from your card at pick-up and refunded after a clean return, which can take up to 14 business days. The High Road, from $67 a day, cuts the liability and the deposit to $0.
What is the biggest maui motorhome?
The 6-berth River, an overcab with three double beds and six seatbelts, up to 7.9 m long in Australia. The Australian 6-berth Sunset is similar but leaves the fleet from 1 April 2027.
What is the difference between maui and Britz?
Both are thl brands and share the same branches. maui is the premium line: every model has a toilet and shower, the vehicles are newer, and there are no 4WDs or pets. Britz has more budget campervans and the Australian 4WD range, and allows pets.
How old do you need to be to hire a maui?
Every driver must be 21 or older and hold a full licence. There is no upper age limit.
Are maui motorhomes self-contained in New Zealand?
Every NZ maui has a fixed toilet and fresh and waste tanks. maui confirms certified self-containment for the Ultima Plus, so check the green warrant for other models when you book if you plan to freedom camp.
Can I take my dog in a maui?
No. Pets are not allowed in maui vehicles, apart from registered guide or assistance dogs arranged in advance. Sister brands Britz, Apollo and Mighty do take pets.
Does maui include unlimited kilometres?
Yes, in both Australia and New Zealand. NZ hires also pay a road user charge of about NZ$8 per 100 km.
Does maui pick up from the airport?
In New Zealand, yes: Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown all run free airport shuttles. In Australia there are no transfers, though Hobart is a short walk from the terminal and Perth is near Redcliffe train station.
What does a one-way maui hire cost?
In Australia it is AU$200 between the east and south coast branches, or AU$300 if Darwin, Broome, Alice Springs or Perth is at either end, with minimum hire periods of 7 to 28 days. In New Zealand it ranges from NZ$100 to NZ$300 depending on the route and season.
What is maui Elite?
A paid upgrade of about $55 to $57 a day that guarantees a motorhome less than a year old.