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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.
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Jobs

We have 167 job vacancies listed!

15/06 - Cleaner Wanted Queenstown
15/06 - Housekeepers In Central Nelson
15/06 - Housekeeping + Reception Allrounder
15/06 - Orchard String Poles Job
15/06 - Team Player Dairy Farm 500 Cows
15/06 - Operations Manager Berry Farm
15/06 - Wine Bar Commis Chef
15/06 - Landscape Labourer $25 Per Hour
15/06 - Hammerhand/landscaper
15/06 - Holiday Park Assistants X2

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Jetstar Jetstar
Flying in NZ is cheaper than you think!
Campervanz Rentals Campervanz Rentals
Custom Build Campervans for rent
Wild About New Zealand Wild About New Zealand
Grab your pack and we'll look after the rest
Transport: Tours, Bus & Coach, Campervan Rentals, Car Rentals, Flights, Ferries & Train, Ride Share
Noticeboard Listings
$5900
Auckland
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Honda Odyssey Green Selfcontained Ready To Travel
Self-Contained Honda Odyssey Perfect Backpacker Car, Ready to Go
Added: 15/06/2026
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$10000
Christchurch
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Selfcontained Campervan For Sale In Christchurch
Self-contained campervan for sale in Christchurch
Added: 14/06/2026
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$10000
Auckland
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Toyota Hiace Campervan 1999 Self Contained Green Ready
Specials - diesel heater, big fridge, solar panel, green sticker
Added: 14/06/2026
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Travel Guide
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Best Bungee Jumps
Where better to try a bungee jump than where it all started back in the eighties.
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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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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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Best Hikes in New Zealand
Fancy getting out and stretching your legs while taking in some amazing scenery? Here are some of the best.

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

Auckland Adventure Jet Auckland Adventure Jet
Supercharged 35 minute trip
Great Barrier Island with SeaLink Great Barrier Island with SeaLink
You’ll be amazed at what’s on offer
Auckland Jet Boat Tours Auckland Jet Boat Tours
Auckland's Supreme Scream Machine!
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping