New Zealand company StabiX releases amphibious camper

Residents of Robinsons Bay are calling for a freedom camping ban due to sanitation and littering issues. The proposal faces legal complexities because jurisdiction is split between Christchurch City Council and transport agency NZTA. The council is currently reviewing options while the agency continues maintenance of the area.

A New Zealand company has introduced the amphibious StabiX 250UC camper, capable of traveling on land and water. The 25-foot design starts as a boat hull, to which a land drive system with four wheels and a 40-horsepower engine is added. On water, the vessel reaches speeds around 40 mph with a 300-horsepower outboard. The base price starts at NZ$467,500, with production limited to approximately 25 units per year.

Tourism Holdings Ltd reported record results for the first half of the 2026 financial year, driven by high demand for campervan rentals. The company's revenue increased by 24.8% to NZD 452 million, with a net profit of NZD 65 million. The company plans to invest NZD 200 million in electric campers and is expanding its presence in Europe, including new rental depots in Munich and Berlin.

New Zealand company StabiX has introduced the amphibious motorhome StabiX 250, capable of traveling on both water and land. The 7.6-meter vessel features a 300-hp outboard motor for water and an all-wheel-drive Anura system with four wheels for land travel at speeds up to 9 km/h. The base price for the camper configuration starts at NZ$467,500 (approximately US$273,000).

Campervan rental at Queenstown Airport is facilitated via shuttle services from rental companies, as there are no on-site desks. Major operators include Britz, Jucy, and Maui, offering options from budget to more comfortable, with one-way drop-offs available to cities like Christchurch.

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