Lock in your rental car with Expedia and you won’t have to pay a thing until the day you collect your vehicle. It’s all part of our Book Now Pay Later option. Just hand over a valid credit card to pay in full at the pickup spot. The car rental company will also put a hold on your credit card for the amount of the deposit. Cheaper rental deals may need to be paid upfront — the payment options will be clearly shown in the search results. When it’s time to explore Whitianga, Expedia is the place to find your dream set of wheels.

If you need to switch your plans around, almost all prepaid rentals qualify for a complete refund. Just advise us more than six hours in advance of the scheduled collection time. Have a thorough look over the cancellation policy for any exemptions. Your itinerary will have more details, or jump onto our Customer Service Portal for more info.

Whitianga is full of surprises, but don’t limit yourself to only one place. Rent some wheels and take to the road to discover what else awaits in the wider region. Here are a few ideas:

• You’ll discover Sky Tower and lots more intriguing attractions in Auckland. From Whitianga, it’s approximately 80 kilometres away.
• Why not enjoy all that’s on offer in Dome Forest too? Popular tourist attractions in this buzzing city include SheepWorld. Dome Forest is roughly 109 kilometres from Whitianga.
• Bluff Hill Domain Lookout is around 320 kilometres from Whitianga and is one of the region’s most spectacular nature spots. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the fresh air here.

Expedia is your one-stop shop for all your travel needs, including car rentals. With suppliers to select from in Whitianga, our aim is to find you the lowest price possible. Whether you want to book a set of wheels, a hotel, holiday rental or flights, you’ll find exclusive offers and member prices on Expedia. Combine all your bookings into a convenient holiday package for even bigger savings on your escape to Whitianga.

Expedia makes it simple to compare prices, offers and providers, and to check reviews. Combine your Whitianga car rental with flight or hotel bookings to make even bigger savings.

Whitianga requires drivers to be at least 21 to be able to rent a car. However, young drivers can expect a surcharge and tighter rental conditions. Most companies impose a daily young renter fee in addition to the usual rental rate. This covers the higher risk of damage or accident. While many car classes (like economy and compact) are available to young motorists, restrictions generally apply to luxury and specialty vehicles.

Be prepared to present a valid driver’s license and a credit card in your name when you get to the rental counter. Before pickup, check with your chosen rental company whether other documentation is needed. For example, you may also need to provide proof of auto insurance.

In Whitianga, as with all of New Zealand, you drive on the left. Go slower to build confidence driving on the opposite side if you’ve never done it before.

You can. But also consider organising an International Driving Permit. With both your license and a permit in your wallet, you’ll have all the bases covered for road-tripping around Whitianga.

The lowest price for a car rental in Whitianga within the past seven days was NZ$61 per day. The second best deal on offer was NZ$65.

You can rent a vehicle for a month or longer in Whitianga, so go on and extend your well-deserved holiday! Simply enter your trip dates into our long-term car rental deals page and lock in your ideal ride.

Age policies differ between rental suppliers, so you’ll have to do some research. Managed to find a Whitianga supplier that does rent to drivers under 25 years of age? That’s great! Just take note that an extra charge often applies to drivers aged between 21 and 24. The terms and conditions of each rental car you’re considering will have all the information you need.