Car Rental Te Anau

RaD Car Hire in Te Anau


RaD Car Hire offers some of the most affordable car rental deals in New Zealand. Enter your itinerary details above to unlock some of the cheapest car rental deals in Te Anau.

Are you looking for Te Anau car hire to discover the many areas of Fiordland National Park? Te Anau’s only rental car depot is just a short walk (300 metres) from the town centre.

Whether you’re after a car hire in Te Anau alone or you want to further explore the South Island, you can travel with peace of mind. RaD Car Hire is part of a New Zealand-wide car hiring network, so professional backup is always available, no matter how far you venture.

It’s easy to book online and receive faster reservations. Simply head to our booking page, select your pick-up depot, and enter your desired rental time to receive an instant quote for your Invercargill car rental.

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As a locally owned and trusted car rental company, we pride ourselves on providing the best Te Anau car rental experience. Enter your itinerary details above and get a quick quote and start your journey today!

Contact Info and Location


+64 3 249 7140

Caltex Te Anau,
33 Luxmore Drive,
Te Anau, 9600

Operating Hours

0830 to 1700hrs Monday to Sunday
After Hours by prior arrangement

Our Rental Car Location in Te Anau


RaD Te Anau is the only car rental provider in town and the perfect place to pick up a hire car to explore the Fiordland area including Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound. Our cars are perfect for getting around – fuel economical and ideal for the narrow and winding roads of the region.

We are a small branch, so our rental cars are based at Caltex Te Anau on 33 Luxmore Drive. The pick-up and drop-off time for vehicle rental is from 8 am to 8 pm (even later if arranged), 7 days a week.

Affordable Rental Cars in Te Anau


We’ve got you covered with top-quality car rentals to suit your needs and budget. Those looking for compact cars will enjoy zipping around in our economical range. Need a vehicle with more room? Our station wagons and 7-seater people movers are perfect for families or those here on business. Check out our range online for more details, then enter your desired rental period to receive an instant quote. Or contact our friendly staff on +64 3 249 7140.

RaD Car Hire Te Anau is one of over 20 locations across New Zealand making us one of New Zealand’s most accessible rental car companies. Whether you’re here on holiday or on a business trip, you’ll enjoy a stress-free car hire experience and an unforgettable visit. Make sure you check out our awesome deals to pay less so that you can experience more of incredible New Zealand!

Quick Customer Facts When You Rent a Car with RaD


If you’re looking for cheap rental cars in Te Anau, we’ve got you covered. Browse our range of safe, late-model cars for rent from Te Anau, at the best deal possible. Choose from economy hatchbacks and sedans - a perfect hire car option for day trips. Renting a people mover or luxury SUV will ensure the whole family gets a comfortable seat.

Here are some quick facts to help you prepare for your rental experience at RaD:

Minimum Age – You must be at least 18 years old to hire a car with RaD TeAnau. You must hold a valid New Zealand or International licence.

Domestic Licence Information - All hirers must have a driver's licence to drive a motor vehicle. Drivers on restricted licences – please check with the branch concerned as acceptance of and T&Cs for restricted licence holders varies by branch and some locations do require you to have a full licence.

International Licence Information - International licences are accepted, as well as all English written licences. If your licence is not in English you will be required to have it translated into English before we can hire a vehicle to you. Note that a NSW or Queensland digital driver's licence can NOT be used to hire a car in New Zealand, you must bring your plastic licence with you.

Additional Drivers – you can add any number of additional drivers to your booking. Simply pop into any RaD branch nationwide and show us the additional driver’s licence to add that person to the booking.

Baby and Booster Seats - all branches carry baby seats and booster seats and vehicles are fitted with anchor points. Pricing is all available online so please add any item to your booking or ask when booking via phone.

Insuring Your Rental Car From Te Anau


RaD Car Hire’s branches nationwide are franchised and, as such, individual owner-operators set the appropriate insurance liability, excess reduction rates, bonds, credit card security and conditions for younger drivers or licence categories.

To view the rates and conditions that will apply to your hire, please obtain an online quote, place a booking request, or contact the appropriate branch to request this information.

• All RaD Car Hire vehicles have insurance cover which is separate from the vehicle's daily rate quoted.

• This is referred to as our “Gold”, “Silver” or “Bronze” cover

• All pricing includes GST (Goods and Services tax)

• Refer to your quote, confirmation email and/or rental agreement for the specific insurance excess liabilities, excess reduction rates and any surcharges if you 18 or on a restricted driver’s licence..

• Please note that not all branches permit hirers on a restricted licence to hire their vehicles, and some branches may hire only selected vehicles to hirers who are under 21 and/or on 

Insurance Cover

Gold Cover

Choosing our Gold Insurance cover is our recommended choice which reduces your insurance excess to our lowest level, so you can drive with confidence.

Silver Cover

Our silver tier insurance cover strikes a balance between coverage and cost reducing the excess payable from the loss or damage to the vehicle.

Bronze Cover

Our Bronze Insurance Cover has the maximum amount of excess you would have to pay in relation to a claim for damage or loss to the vehicle.

Te Anau Car Hire FAQs


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Discovering Te Anau with RaD


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