Founded 1995 in New Zealand, KEA became quickly the pre-eminent leader in the campervan and motorhome rental industry. KEA's mission is to provide the best vehicles and services in the leisure vehicle rental industry. In October 2000 KEA expanded its business activities to Australia. In New Zealand KEA depots are located in Auckland and Christchurch. In Australia KEA depots are in Adelaide, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Broome, Cairns, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. The extensive depot network gives KEA customers total freedom to travel to and from many different places.
Since its inception, KEA has demonstrated a steady growth and built a solid reputation in New Zealand as well as the many overseas markets which are served. A high level of repeat customers find thier winning formula attractive and recognise the benefits of choosing to rent from a company which operates the most modern fleet in the two countries. KEA efficiently meets the special needs of the free independent traveller with a product which has no bounds from coast to coast in Australia and New Zealand.
Kea Campervans feature:
- Youngest, most modern fleet in Australia & New Zealand - Oldest vehicle 2 years - fleet average 1 year
- State of the art european design provides unchallenged luxury
- Tomorrow's technology in today's vehicles provides luxurious ambience
- Highly qualified craftsmen employed in every factory
- Largest most comfortable beds in our industry provide "islands of relaxation"
- All vehicles have internal access to living area (except 4WD)
- Driver cabin and living area (240V) is air-conditioned in all AU vehicles (except 4WD)
- Airbags fitted in most vehicles to improve safety
- Stereo radio/CD players fitted in each vehicle
- Fresh & waste water tank fitted to protect environmental (except 4WD)
- Vehicles built to match local climatic and environmental conditions
- Environmentally and ecollogicall safe materials used in the building process.
Fully equipped vehicles include:
- European appliances ie: gas stove, refrigerator/freezer, rangehood
- Highgrade cutlery and stainless steel cooking utensils
- Top quality upholstery, fabrics, bed linen, towels etc
There are currently no terms and conditions for travel during this period. If your rental is during these travel dates, new terms and conditions may apply. Please contact us before booking.
Kea Campers AU insurance Standard Liability
All KEA vehicles are insured for the damage to the vehicle or to the property of a Third Party. The hirer is responsible for the first AUD 7,500 of the cost of damage to the rented vehicle including windscreen, tyre damage, overhead, under-body, towing and recovery costs, theft, fire, break-in or vandalism. The hirer will also be fully liable for demurrage i.e. the daily rental rate for the period the vehicle is off fleet for accident repairs - max 7 days.
The security deposit can be paid by cash, traveller’s cheques and credit card (see paragraph Important: “Security deposit payments by Credit Card”). The security deposit is fully refundable on return of the KEA vehicle to the agreed location, on the agreed date in a clean and tidy condition with no damage incurred to the vehicle, with a full tank of Diesel (4WD dual tank), the toilet cassette and waste water tank emptied and no equipment lost or damaged.
In case of any damage to the KEA vehicle or third party property a second security deposit might be collected to cover the excess for subsequent damages.
Important: Securlty Deposit Payments by Credit Card
If the hirer does not choose a Liability reduction option a security deposit of AUD 7,500 is taken. This security deposit is deducted from the customer’s credit card at the time of vehicle pickup. KEA accepts Visa, MasterCard, Diners and AMEX. When the vehicle is returned to KEA undamaged and no Third Party damage occurred, the security deposit is fully refunded. Like other currencies, the Australian Dollar does fluctuate and there could be some variance in the amount refunded compared to the amount initially charged.
KEA does not accept liability for variances up or down.
Liability Reduction Option To AUD NIL (Gold Cover)
The Liability can be waived for AUD 42 (AUD 47 for 4WD vehicle) per day. The cost is limited to a maximum of 50 days or AUD 2,100
(AUD 2,350 for 4WD).
An AUD NIL liability applies for any vehicle damage, demurrage, cost replacing or repairing windscreens, tyres, overhead and under-body as well as single accident damage. A security deposit of AUD 500 is payable by an open signed credit card imprint with an authorisation obtained (sufficient funds must be available) for AUD 500 at the time of vehicle pickup. The security deposit is fully refundable on return of the KEA vehicle to the agreed location, on the agreed date in clean condition with a full tank of Diesel (4WD dual tank), the toilet cassette and waste water tank emptied and no equipment lost or damaged.
All Inclusive Package (Platinum Cover):
KEA’s All Inclusive Package is available.
The All Inclusive Package includes:
Liability Reduction to AUD 0 (NIL)
One-way fee (excl. AUD 750 Broome surcharge)
Deluxe Camping equipment - table and chairs (depending on number of people travelling)
Multilingual GPS navigation system
Baby/Child or Booster seats (on request) – suitable for models 4-5 ST and 6 ST only
A security deposit of AUD 500 is payable by an open signed credit card imprint with an authorisation obtained (sufficient funds must be available) for AUD 500 at the time of vehicle pickup. The security deposit is fully refundable on return of the KEA vehicle to the agreed location, on the agreed date in a clean and tidy condition, with a full tank of Diesel (4WD dual tank), the toilet cassette clean and emptied, the waste water tank emptied and no equipment lost or damaged.
Responsibilities of the Hirer
1. Damage to the vehicle or third party property if the terms of the rental agreement are breached
2. Damage caused by careless, wilful or reckless driving incl. speeding
3. Damage is caused by driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
4. Damage caused due to single vehicle roll over (4WD only)
4. Damage caused by driving on restricted roads
5. Damage to or loss of any personal belongings.
6. Damage caused by part or total fresh or saltwater submersion (creek or river crossing, driving through flooded areas, beach driving etc.)
7. Damage caused by carrying more than maximum number of passengers as dictated by vehicle type
8. Damage caused by drivers not identified on the rental agreement and/or drivers whose licence has been cancelled or suspended and/or drivers who have a licence that is classified as a learners or Probationary Licence
9. Costs associated with the incorrect use of fuel or water or other contamination of fuel
10. Costs to retrieve or recover vehicle that has become bogged, submerged or abandoned, including any damage caused at time of recovery
11. Costs to replace keys that have been lost or damaged or retrieval of keys that are locked in the vehicle
12. Repairs made to the vehicle without KEA’s permission
In the instances of a manual vehicle being hired, the driver must be a competent and an experienced operator of manual vehicles. |
