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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.
Seasonal Jobs Reclaim tax from working in New Zealand
Jobs

We have 166 job vacancies listed!

26/04 - Kiwifruit Orchard Work / Picking
26/04 - The Quay Restaurant Northland
26/04 - Floor And Bar Staff Required
26/04 - Floor And Bar Staff Required
26/04 - Head / Sous Chef De Partie
26/04 - Senior Chef Required
26/04 - Chef / Cook
26/04 - Waitress / Waiter / Bar Staff
25/04 - Holiday Park Cleaning Assistant
24/04 - Housekeeper

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Campervanz Rentals Campervanz Rentals
Custom Build Campervans for rent
KiwiQuest Camper Pre-Purchase KiwiQuest Camper Pre-Purchase
Limited Spaces: Pre-Order your Campervan today
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
$2600
Auckland
Toyota Camry 2007
Toyota Camry 2007
Toyota Camry 2007
Added: 25/04/2025
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$3500
Auckland
2004 Toyota IST + Tent
2004 Toyota Ist Tent
2004 Toyota IST Tent, duvet and pillow
Added: 24/04/2025
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$4500
Auckland
Self contained Toyota Wish
Self Contained Toyota Wish
Budget Camper van in Auckland
Added: 24/04/2025
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Travel Guide
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Access All Areas
For such an open, welcoming country, it is no surprise New Zealand boasts excellent facilities for travellers with disabilities.
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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
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When To Go
An overview of the different seasons and what you can expect in terms of weather & activities.
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What To Pack
Not sure what you need to pack for travelling. Worry not, we have a comprehensive list of what you need.

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
Reclaim tax working holiday Self Containment certificate in Auckland
Jobs

North Island

South Island

Activity Listings

Popular Activities in NZ

Whale Watch Kaikoura Whale Watch Kaikoura
view giant sperm whales
Taupo Tandem Skydiving Taupo Tandem Skydiving
Only $379 for 15,000ft
JUCY Cruise Milford Sound JUCY Cruise Milford Sound
Pick up locations from Queenstown & Te Anau
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping