Travelling to Auckland with a Baby: Hire, Tips and What to Expect

Planning a Family Trip to New Zealand?

If you're flying into Auckland with a baby or toddler, you're arriving through New Zealand's largest international gateway and the starting point for thousands of family holidays every year.

Whether you're spending a few days exploring Auckland, travelling around the North Island, or planning an unforgettable road trip through to the South Island, having the right baby gear from the moment you arrive makes travelling with little ones much easier.

Hire Baby Equipment Near Auckland Airport

After a long flight, the last thing most parents want to worry about is carrying bulky baby gear through the airport.

Many families choose to hire or rent baby equipment in Auckland instead of bringing everything with them. It means you can travel lighter, avoid oversized luggage, and have quality baby gear ready for your New Zealand adventure.

Baby On The Move Manukau is the closest Baby On The Move store to Auckland Airport, making it an easy stop after collecting your rental car or campervan.

If you're staying elsewhere in Auckland, you can also visit our Grey Lynn store near the city centre or our North Shore store.

Our team are baby gear experts and qualified Child Restraint Technicians, so we can help you choose the right equipment for your child, your vehicle and your travel plans. We can also check the fit and assist with installation of your children’s car seats before you begin your journey.

Why Many Families Hire Baby Equipment in Auckland

Travelling internationally with young children is challenging enough without bringing everything from home.

Hiring baby equipment in Auckland means:

• Travel lighter through the airport
• Avoid oversized baggage fees
• Collect quality equipment once you arrive
• Save valuable luggage space
• Choose equipment suited to New Zealand laws

Many families tell us hiring locally is one of the easiest decisions they made before travelling.

What Families Usually Hire

You don't need to hire everything. Most families keep it simple.

The most popular items are:

• Car seats
• Infant capsules
• Portacots
• Highchairs
• Strollers and travel prams
• Baby carriers

Click here to browse the full hire range from Baby On The Move.

Not sure what you'll need? We're happy to help you choose the right equipment before you arrive.

Staying in Auckland with Little Ones

If you're spending a few days in Auckland before continuing your journey, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions to enjoy.

Popular favourites include:

• Sky Tower at Sky City
• Auckland Zoo
• Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium
• MOTAT (Museum of Transport and Technology)
• Mission Bay, The Promenade
• Cornwall Park
• Auckland Domain
• Devonport

Many attractions are pram friendly, making them easy to explore with babies and toddlers.

Popular Family Road Trips from Auckland

Many visitors use Auckland as the starting point for exploring New Zealand.

Some popular family-friendly routes include:

Auckland → Coromandel → Mount Maunganui → Auckland

Perfect for a long weekend with beautiful beaches, relaxed seaside towns and plenty of places to stop with little ones.

Auckland → Hobbiton → Rotorua → Taupō → Wellington

One of New Zealand's classic road trips, combining geothermal attractions, Lord of the Rings iconic location, lakes, family activities and scenic drives.

Auckland → Wellington → Picton → Christchurch → Queenstown

Many international visitors travel the length of New Zealand, crossing by ferry from the North Island to the South Island before finishing in Christchurch or Queenstown.

If you're planning a one-way trip, Baby On The Move makes it easy.

Return Your Hire Equipment at Another Baby On The Move Store

One of the biggest advantages of hiring through Baby On The Move is the flexibility to return your hire equipment at another participating Baby On The Move location.

Many families collect their equipment from our Manukau store after arriving at Auckland Airport, then return it later in Christchurch, Queenstown or another Baby On The Move store as part of their New Zealand adventure.

It's a convenient option that means you don't have to return to Auckland before flying home.

Getting Around New Zealand

Whether you're hiring a car, SUV or campervan, choosing the right vehicle is important when travelling with young children.

When booking your vehicle, look for:

• Forward facing passenger seats
• Suitable seatbelts for child restraint installation
• Enough room for your luggage and baby gearIf you're unsure which equipment will work best, our Child Restraint Technicians can help you choose the right option and assist with installation before you leave the store.

Local Tips for Families Visiting Auckland

A few simple tips can make travelling around Auckland even easier:

• Allow extra time when travelling to and from Auckland Airport during peak traffic.
• Many shopping centres and attractions have excellent parent rooms and baby changing facilities.
• Auckland weather can change throughout the day, so packing an extra layer is always a good idea.
• Booking your baby equipment before you travel gives you the best choice of products, particularly during school holidays and summer.

Booking Your Baby Equipment

Booking ahead means everything is organised before your flight arrives.

Simply:

• Visit Baby On The Move Hire Site
• Select your hire dates
• Choose Manukau as your collection store
• Add the equipment you need

If you have any questions before you travel, our friendly team at Baby On The Move Auckland stores are always happy to help.

Ready to Explore New Zealand?

Whether you're staying in Auckland for a few days or setting off on an unforgettable journey around New Zealand, Baby On The Move is here to help make travelling with little ones easier.

Book your baby equipment online before you arrive and start your New Zealand adventure with confidence.