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Travellers Backpacker

WELCOME TO BACKPACKERBOARD!

Welcome to the biggest & longest established website dedicated to travellers in New Zealand.
So what have we got lined up? Well for starters we have our own dedicated NZ guide full of essential information. Then we have listings for hostels, activities and transport companies to help you organise your trip. When you arrive we have our noticeboard for buying and selling and also the biggest online jobs board for travellers with 100's of vacancies.
Seasonal Jobs Backpacker jobs
Jobs

We have 173 job vacancies listed!

10/05 - Spanish Teachers Auckland
10/05 - Pool Boyhousekeeperodd Jobs
10/05 - Experienced Signmaker Needed
10/05 - General Labourer
10/05 - Personal Assistantteam Admin
10/05 - Administration Superstars
09/05 - Abel Tasman Work Exchange Winter
09/05 - Stargazing Tour Guide
09/05 - Woofer
09/05 - Experienced Barista In Oamaru

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Stray Hop-on Hop-off Bus Stray Hop-on Hop-off Bus
You haven't lived unless you've Strayed
Kiwi Road Trips Kiwi Road Trips
Freedom Camping Vans with Buy-Back Guarantee
Stray Hop-on Hop-off Bus Stray Hop-on Hop-off Bus
You haven't lived unless you've Strayed
Transport: Tours, Bus & Coach, Campervan Rentals, Car Rentals, Flights, Ferries & Train, Ride Share
Travel Guide
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Top 10 Reasons to Stay in a Hostel
Unsure on whether a hostel is right for you? Then check out our Top 10 reasons why it might be
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The Golden Rules of Camping in NZ
Thinking about camping while on your travels, then check out our guide to the golden rules you need to follow
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30 Top Facts
Think you know all about New Zealand - then read our Top 30 Facts article as you might be surprised!
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How to Rent a Car
Having your own transport will help you explore New Zealand's hidden gems without breaking the bank

What's new in the guide

Access All Areas
Landscapes to Make-You-Go-Oooo
Best Cycle Trails
Best Bungee Jumps

Your questions answered

How do you find cheap internal flights?
A Guide to Self-contained Campervans
Can I camp in New Zealand?
How do I get mail & post?
Seasonal Work for backpackers Backpacker seasonal work
Self Containment certificate in Auckland
Jobs

North Island

South Island

Activity Listings

Popular Activities in NZ

Pohautu Penguins Sea Kayaking Pohautu Penguins Sea Kayaking
No experience neccesary
Taupo Tandem Skydiving Taupo Tandem Skydiving
Only $339 for 15,000ft
Auckland Jet Boat Tours Auckland Jet Boat Tours
Auckland's Supreme Scream Machine!
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping
Noticeboard Listings
$3500
Auckland
2006 Volkswagen Polo
2006 Volkswagen Polo
Cheap, reliable fuel-efficient
Added: 10/05/2024
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$15000
Auckland
Nissan Elgrand E51
Nissan Elgrand E51
Viewings are possible in Waikato, Taranaki Northland districts, as well as Auckland
Added: 09/05/2024
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$4500
Auckland
Self contained Toyota Ipsum
Self Contained Toyota Ipsum
Low milage, Camping gear included, good sound system
Added: 09/05/2024
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