If your trip to Hakataramea Valley is all locked in but your travel itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a helping hand.Turn up the fun factor. Locals and visitors alike enjoy spending their leisure time camping and quad biking here. If your itinerary isn’t full yet, visit Sublime Wine too.

Discover the delights of nearby Timaru. What’s 30 miles when you have your own rental car? The drive there is half the fun! Soak up the sights starting with DB Brewery, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Botanical Gardens. The locals will also probably point you in the direction of Omarama, 35 miles away. If you can only see one thing here, make sure it’s Clay Cliffs. (But we’d also recommend Ladybird Hill Vineyard and Clay Cliffs Scenic Reserve.)

Get ready for your next adventure in Hakataramea Valley. Which car you choose depends on what sort of vacation you have in mind. If you’re heading there on your own, why not opt for something smaller, like a compact or mini? They’re economical to run and a piece of cake to park. If you’re on the road with a few friends, reserve an intermediate or a standard car. They offer more room to move and space for bags.

There’s loads of choice when it comes to renting a car in Hakataramea Valley. From spacious SUVs with plenty of trunk space to easy-to-park compacts, you’ll find it all here. Selecting your perfect match of course depends on your budget and what activities you’ve got planned. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures don’t need anything more than enough space for your luggage and buddies. What type of car will it be this time?

In Hakataramea Valley, motorists stick to the left-hand side of the road. This means the steering wheel is on the right side. If you’ve opted for a manual transmission vehicle, get comfortable with changing gears with your left hand.

Parking in Hakataramea Valley is easy. There’s no need to drive around the block in heavy traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s plentiful off and on-street parking available.

Speed limits vary in Hakataramea Valley, but typically range from 50km/h to 100km/h. Most residential roads have a top speed of 40km/h unless stated otherwise.

One of two things will happen. Your chosen car rental company may charge the fined amount to your credit card. This is the usual approach. Alternatively, it may give your contact information to local law enforcement agencies so the fine is sent directly to you.

As in many places, regular cell phone usage is prohibited while cruising around Hakataramea Valley. However, there is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just remember to maintain focus on the road.

In Hakataramea Valley, it is a criminal offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) higher than 0.05%. If you plan to have a few drinks over dinner, leave your rental car behind.

It’s prohibited to turn at a red light in Hakataramea Valley. When you come across one, enjoy a mindful moment or two until the signal flicks back to green.

Seat belts have to be worn in Waimate District. Having said that, these rules may not apply for certain vehicles, such as those operated by public transportation systems.