Embark on Your Next Adventure
At Van Farer NZ, we build campervans with heart.
Each van thoughtfully designed and handcrafted by us. With a range of sizes and setups available to rent, there's a Vanfarer van for every kind of journey.
We couldn't find the right word for it — so we invented one. Then we named our company after it.
Vanfarernoun\ˈvan-ˌfer-ər\
A traveler who journeys by campervan, embracing the freedom of the open road.
One who seeks adventure, discovery, and experiences beyond the ordinary, living life on their own route and schedule.
(figurative) A modern nomad; one who roams freely through landscapes, cultures, an transient moments, unbound by fixed destinations."
Example: “As a true vanfarer, she chased sunsets across the coastlines of New Zealand, stopping wherever the road called.”
It all started with one van — Kaewa.
Named from the Māori word meaning 'to roam,' Kaewa began as a personal project. In 2020, Kenny acquired a brand new custom Ford Transit and spent nine months building her completely from scratch — working full time through the COVID-19 lockdown, pouring every bit of himself into the build. The result was something extraordinary.
Shaped by two decades of precision engineering — ten years in the superyacht industry, and the decade before that in aeronautics — Kenny brought a rare level of craftsmanship, technical mastery, and deep respect for detail to every millimetre of Kaewa's build. She was completed to a luxury standard, because nothing less would do.
Six years and several vans later, that first vision has grown into something bigger — an independent, custom-built campervan rental company, born from experience, care, and an unshakeable love of the road.
Our Approach
We believe in keeping things simple, smart, and human. There are rental companies with hundreds of vans, and then there's us. We chose small on purpose — because small means personal, considered, and genuinely cared for.
Our vans are luxurious without being fussy, adventurous without sacrificing comfort. We put our heart into every one of them, so you can put yours into the journey.
Our Values
Our values are simple — we love travel, and we believe it should be done beautifully. Thoughtful design means every van is as considered on the inside as it is on the outside, giving you the freedom to camp anywhere in genuine comfort. No compromises, no roughing it. Just open roads, stunning landscapes, and a home that moves with you.
Our Vans
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Kaewa
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Puku
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Oriwa
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Selma
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Pepe
Meet The Team
Our multi-talented CEO, Kenny is from Vietnam and New Zealand. An Aucklander since 8 years old, Kenny has also spent his most recent years travelling the world as a marine engineer on super yachts.
As COO, Logan brings the kind of calm, considered precision that keeps Vanfarer running seamlessly behind the scenes. A lifelong friend of Kenny's, his dedication to the business is personal — he even converted part of his own property to give the fleet a permanent home.
Originally from the UK, Abby partners with Kenny to bring the Vanfarer vision to life — her diverse creative background finding a natural home in a brand built on craft, detail, and care.
Contact Us
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