If your trip to Burkes Pass is all sorted out but your travel itinerary is looking a bit empty, we can give you a few hints and tips.There are loads of things to do in the area. Don’t leave without visiting McLean Park and Fairlie Heritage Museum. If you have time, also check out Fairlie Golf Course.

With some awesome day trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to enjoy everything that Timaru, 35 miles away, has to offer. See the sights starting with DB Brewery, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Botanical Gardens. Mount Cook is another great option. It’s 40 miles away and home to a range of awesome things to do. Hooker Valley Track, Tasman Glacier and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre are just the start.

Get prepared for your upcoming adventure in Burkes Pass. The car you pick depends on what kind of vacation you’re planning. If you’re heading there on your own, why not opt for something smaller, like a compact or mini? They’re great on gas and easy to park. If you’re on the road with a few friends, book an intermediate or a standard car. They offer more legroom and space for everyone’s suitcases.

You’ll be happy to hear that there’s an impressive variety of luxury rental vehicles on offer in Burkes Pass. What you end up going with depends on your funds and what you plan to do. Specialty vehicles offer the best in mod cons and comfort. If you’re splurging, why not pick up an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps a fancy mid-sized vehicle? Otherwise, if you’re just after a set of wheels to get you around town as economically as possible, maybe go for a budget compact vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your pocket).

Keep on the left-hand side of the road in Burkes Pass. If you plan to rent a ride here, be aware that the driver’s seat will be on the right. It could take a bit to get the hang of!

Finding a parking spot in Burkes Pass is easy. You won’t have to drive around the block in heavy traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s plenty of off and on-street parking on offer.

While navigating through the streets of Burkes Pass, keep in mind that the speed limits generally range from 50km/h to 100km/h. Most residential areas are 40km/h unless signed otherwise.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen car rental company may charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the usual practice. Alternatively, it may give your contact information to local authorities so the fine is issued straight to you.

As with many places, regular cell phone usage is not permitted while driving a car in Burkes Pass. However, there is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just be sure to stay focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in Burkes Pass is 0.05%. If you’re planning on partying, leave your rental wheels behind and organize another way of getting home instead.

Turning on a red light is illegal in Burkes Pass. Always be on the lookout for traffic signs and lights so that you don’t breach any road rules.

Subject to some exceptions, seat belts must be worn in Mackenzie District.