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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 354 job vacancies listed!

20/08 - Art Work Scanner
20/08 - Housekeeper
20/08 - Woofer
20/08 - Cleaner And Gardener
20/08 - Translator Japan Korea China
20/08 - Woofering House Cleaning
20/08 - Holiday Park Management Couple
20/08 - Tree Weed Removal Crew
20/08 - Chef
20/08 - Front House/ Waiter/ Waitress

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Grab-a-Seat Grab-a-Seat
Most fares $100 or less!
Wild About New Zealand Wild About New Zealand
Grab your pack and we'll look after the rest
Kiwi Road Trips Kiwi Road Trips
Freedom Camping Vans with Buy-Back Guarantee
Transport: Tours, Bus & Coach, Campervan Rentals, Car Rentals, Flights, Ferries & Train, Ride Share
Noticeboard Listings
$12495
Auckland
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Selfcontained2006 Toyota Alphardnew Wof
Self-containedNEW WOFInverterFridge
Added: 19/08/2026
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$10990
Auckland
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Sc Toyota Estima With Buyback
Well maintained, comfortable sleeper van with no hassles about selling at end of your trip
Added: 18/08/2026
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$10990
Auckland
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Sc Toyota Estima With Buyback
Well maintained, comfortable car with no hassles about selling at end of your trip
Added: 18/08/2026
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Travel Guide
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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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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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Rotorua's - Best Of Culture
Not yet made it to Rotorua - then you are missing out on a load of great cultural / Maori stuff.
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Travel Itineraries
In need of a little inspiration or baffled with so many amazing options for your trip to NZ..then check out our guide.

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
Great Barrier Island with SeaLink Great Barrier Island with SeaLink
You’ll be amazed at what’s on offer
E-Ko Tours E-Ko Tours
Dolphin viewing from $99 & Swimming from $165
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping