There’s nothing like dropping the windows of your rental car and hurtling down lengthy stretches of road. But before you drive off on a big adventure in South Island, how about discovering a few things about this tourist hot spot? This awesome destination is located in New Zealand.

Here you’ll find our top recommendations if you’re looking to bag the best deal on a car rental:

• Use our clever filter feature to help steer you toward the hottest car rental deals in town — and then compare the prices;
• Keep checking your inbox for our terrific Price Drop Alert. We’ll give you inside info on all the amazing bargains cruising around your location;
• Check out the deals at all rental locations around town, being sure to include both the airport and surrounding area. A short cab drive to a close-by rental car outlet might score you substantial savings;
• If you’re not bothered about which day of the week you get the keys to your car and your plans are flexible, experiment with days and dates to find the best prices;
• If possible, keep your pickup time and your drop-off time as similar as possible. If you bring back your rental car at a later time than you picked it up, you may be charged a full extra day;
• Keep more cash in your pocket. You’ll score some of the best deals when you pay in advance for your rental car;
• The early bird catches the worm, along with the best deals! Book as soon as possible to grab some excellent savings.

From sandy shores to snowfields and glaciers, South Island boasts some spectacular views. Why not take off and take in a handful of them? Leave town and set out on some excursions. A full-size SUV is ideal for those longer drives. With the ability to manage all types of terrain, these larger vehicles make it a delight to detour off the beaten path.

You’ll be happy to hear that there’s an impressive variety of luxurious rental vehicles available in South Island. What you end up going with will depend on your funds and what you’re planning to do. Prestige vehicles are all about mod cons and comfort. If you’re splashing out, why not pick an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps a cushy medium-sized sedan? Otherwise, if you’re just after a set of wheels to get you around town as efficiently as possible, you’re better off choosing an economy compact vehicle (or something else that won’t blow your budget).

In South Island, you’ll need to drive on the left-hand side of the road. That means the steering wheel is on the right-hand side. If you’ve rented a manual transmission car, get comfortable with shifting gears with your left hand.

In most cases, your rental car company will charge the amount of the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact details to the relevant local authority so they can send a fine directly to you.