$96 Cheap Car Rental in Te Waewae

If your trip to Te Waewae is all locked in but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.Think about extending your trip by an extra day or so. Once you’ve explored downtown, Clifden Suspension Bridge and Hump Ridge Track are some other nearby attractions that are worth a look.

If you’re after day-trip inspiration, we know just the place. Situated 35 miles away, Invercargill is worth getting in the car for. Bill Richardson Transport World should be toward the top of your list here. Teretonga Raceway Park and Civic Theatre are terrific attractions too. The locals will also probably point you toward Te Anau, 55 miles away. If you can only find time for one attraction here, let it be Kepler Track. (But we’re also huge fans of Te Anau Wildlife Centre and Fiordland Cinema.)

Sure, it’s possible to get out and explore Te Waewae without wheels. But with so much to see, having one will definitely make your trip all the more memorable. If you’re excited to head out into nature, opt for something with a little extra power. A full-size car or an SUV could be exactly what you need. A smaller car, like a mini or a compact, is a popular choice for travelers heading off on shorter trips.

You’ll be glad to know that there’s an impressive variety of both high-end and economy rental vehicles in Te Waewae. What you go for will depend on your budget and what you plan to do. Specialty vehicles often spare no expense when it comes to mod cons and comfort. If you want to indulge yourself, why not grab a fully kitted-out SUV, or perhaps an upmarket medium-sized vehicle? On the other hand, if you’re just after a set of wheels to zip around town in as economically as possible, you’re better off going with an economy vehicle (or something else that won’t blow your budget).

The left-hand side of the road is where you’ll be cruising along in Te Waewae. The controls of your rental car here, such as the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the other side of what you’re used to.

You’ll find no shortage of places to leave the car in Te Waewae. Even right in the thick of things, there’s often a space right where you need it.

Most residential areas in Te Waewae have a 40km/h speed limit. Outside these built-up areas, the speed limits generally range between 50km/h and 100km/h.

One of two things will happen. Your car rental company may bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the usual practice. On the other hand, it may supply your contact details to local law enforcement agencies so the fine is issued to you directly.

As long as you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, you are able to use your cell phone while cruising in your car around Te Waewae. But make sure you stay focused on the road.

When driving in Te Waewae, it’s illegal to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. Thinking of having a glass or two of wine while you’re out? Consider grabbing a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

Turning on a red light is illegal in Te Waewae. Always be on the lookout for traffic lights and signs to make sure you don’t break any road rules.

Subject to a small number of exceptions, seat belts are compulsory in Southland District.