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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 314 job vacancies listed!

22/07 - Downsize Assistant Handyman/garde
22/07 - Bar Person
22/07 - Housekeeping + Reception
22/07 - Casual Stocktakers Taupo 9/8/26
22/07 - Skilled And General Labourers
22/07 - Wine Bottling Staff
22/07 - Medical Administrator 6 To 12 Mths
22/07 - Receptionist Full Time
22/07 - Housekeeping Hot Tub Superstars
22/07 - Guest Experience Coordinator

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Kiwi Road Trips Kiwi Road Trips
Freedom Camping Vans with Buy-Back Guarantee
BANZ Tours & Rentals Ltd BANZ Tours & Rentals Ltd
Freedom & Comfort
Road Runner Rentals Road Runner Rentals
More freedom. Better views. Park up. Sleep well.
Transport: Tours, Bus & Coach, Campervan Rentals, Car Rentals, Flights, Ferries & Train, Ride Share
Noticeboard Listings
$13500
Auckland
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Reliable Nissan Vanette 2003 With Brand New Wof
New WOF, reliable and sweet as
Added: 22/07/2026
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$7800
Wellington
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Mazda Bongo
2010 Mazda Bongo - Reliable Backpacker Van
Added: 21/07/2026
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$2000
Taupo
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2000 Honda Odyssey
Self-contained car with cooking and camping gear needing to be sold soon
Added: 21/07/2026
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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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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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New Zealand's Best Festival & Events
Ahhh.....where to begin? There are hundred's to choose from but here are a few of our favourites...
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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

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

Whale Watch Kaikoura Whale Watch Kaikoura
view giant sperm whales
Auckland Jet Boat Tours Auckland Jet Boat Tours
Auckland's Supreme Scream Machine!
Cathedral Cove Sea Kayaking Cathedral Cove Sea Kayaking
Rated as one of the best sea kayaking trips in NZ
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping