The Best Family Campervan Holidays for Winter (Northern Hemisphere Edition)

Just Because It’s Winter Doesn’t Mean You Have to Stay Indoors

Campervans aren’t just for summer. Whether your family is chasing snowflakes or sunshine, winter brings its own kind of magic — quieter roads, dramatic landscapes, and the joy of having nature all to yourself.

Here are five incredible winter-ready campervan holidays that deliver family adventure in all the right ways:

1. Ski & Spa in Austria 🇦🇹

Think snowy villages, toboggan runs, and alpine spas — all with cosy campervan comfort waiting at the end of the day. Many Austrian regions have campervan-accessible ski areas and thermal pools to warm up post-slope.

✔ Snow play + ski schools
✔ Scenic drives & mountain huts
✔ Family-friendly thermal baths

Combine with [Austria Snowy Lakes & Family Ski Camps]

2. Safari & Sun on South Africa’s Garden Route 🇿🇦

While Europe chills, South Africa basks in sunshine. Drive through wildlife parks, walk shaded forest trails, and picnic on golden beaches. Spot elephants one day, build sandcastles the next.

✔ Warm weather escape
✔ Safe, family-friendly national parks
✔ Animals, beaches, and braais

Combine with 'South Africa - Garden Route Safari & Coast' from 1350 EUR

3. New Zealand North Island Explorer 🇳🇿

December through March is peak summer down south — and New Zealand’s North Island is packed with glowworm caves, thermal pools, Māori culture, and kid-sized hikes.

✔ Glowworms, geysers & green hills
✔ Easy driving & top-rated family campsites
✔ Beach-to-lake variety every few hours

Combine with [New Zealand North Island Adventure]

4. New Zealand South Island Scenic Loop 🇳🇿

For families that love wide open space, the South Island delivers fjords, penguins, mountain lakes, and sky like you’ve never seen before. Summer down here feels like a dream.

✔ Incredible wildlife
✔ World-class scenery
✔ Waterfalls, glaciers & hot chocolate with a view

Combine with [New Zealand South Island Explorer]

5. South African Safari & Coastline Combo 🇿🇦

Combine safari camps with beach stops and coastal drives. This trip offers the most variety — and many campsites let you stay right beside wildlife.

✔ Wildlife watching from your van
✔ Family-friendly guided drives
✔ Swimming, BBQs, and natural wonder

Final Thought: Winter Just Got Better

Whether you want snowball fights in Austria or barefoot beach walks in South Africa, a campervan opens up a world of winter adventures that hotels and resorts can’t reach.

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