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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.
AWF Travel Cars NZ
Jobs

We have 324 job vacancies listed!

12/08 - Tractor Drivers Wanted
12/08 - Restaurant/bar
12/08 - Event Help
12/08 - Skilled And General Labourers
12/08 - Hostel All Rounder
12/08 - Hostel Assistant
12/08 - Dairy Farm Employee
12/08 - Hostel Cleaner
12/08 - Commercial Housekeeper
12/08 - Bistro Front Of House

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry
Travel between Wellington & Picton
Kiwi Road Trips Kiwi Road Trips
Freedom Camping Vans with Buy-Back Guarantee
Jetstar Jetstar
Flying in NZ is cheaper than you think!
Transport: Tours, Bus & Coach, Campervan Rentals, Car Rentals, Flights, Ferries & Train, Ride Share
Noticeboard Listings
$14000
Auckland
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2005 Nissan Elgrand
2005 Nissan Elgrand Campervan Available in Auckland and surroundings
Added: 11/08/2026
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$10000
Christchurch
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Mazda E2000 2001 275000km
We are selling our campervan, fully set up and ready for its next adventure
Added: 10/08/2026
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$13000
Christchurch
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2013 Nissan Serena Selfcontained Lowmileage
Meet Pepper Our reliable ready-to-travel, green Self-Contained Nissan Serena
Added: 09/08/2026
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Travel Guide
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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
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New Zealand History Through Art
An exploration of New Zealand's art can yield a greater understanding of the country's history, and the many cultural influences which has helped shape it.
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Working In New Zealand
Check out our guide to what you will need to work in New Zealand.
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Guide to Living in a Hostel For Long Termers
Are you planning on living in a hostel for a while - then check out our guide to the Pros and Cons of long term hostel living

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?
Backpacker Group Self Containment certificates
Jobs

North Island

South Island

Activity Listings

Popular Activities in NZ

Bay of Islands Parasail Bay of Islands Parasail
Highest Parasail in NZ! 1200ft from the boat
Tekapo Springs Tekapo Springs
Hot pools, waterslide, spa, ice-rink & star gazing
Pohatu Penguins Pohatu Penguins
Regenerative tours supporting conservation work
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping