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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 315 job vacancies listed!

06/08 - Civil Labourer Queenstown
06/08 - Joiner / Cabinetmaker
06/08 - Joiner / Cabinetmaker
06/08 - Skilled And General Labourers
06/08 - Skilled Labourer Cromwell
06/08 - Skilled Labourer Wanaka
06/08 - Skilled Labourer Queenstown
06/08 - Hvac / Electrical Technician
06/08 - Continuation Support/client Support
05/08 - Administrator/csr/accounts

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Road Runner Rentals Road Runner Rentals
More freedom. Better views. Park up. Sleep well.
Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry
Travel between Wellington & Picton
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
$650000
Northland
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Subaru Outback
Priced to sell Excellent condition for its age New Radiator and drive belt in 2025
Added: 05/08/2026
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$7500
Queenstown/Wanaka
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2009 Subaru Legacy
Self Contained Certified Subaru Legacy
Added: 04/08/2026
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$21000
Auckland
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Mitsubishi L300 High Roof Solar 2012 Camper Van
ready to go campervan with lots of camping gear in good condition
Added: 03/08/2026
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Travel Guide
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Tramping - A Noble Pursuit
Tramp your way through New Zealand to experience this unique country
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Converting overseas driving licence
Check out our guide to how you convert your driving licence to a NZ one.
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Taking a Tour with Flying Kiwi
Join these New Zealand specialists for a jam-packed tour of the country and make friends for life.
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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

Tekapo Springs Tekapo Springs
Hot pools, waterslide, spa, ice-rink & star gazing
Great Barrier Island with SeaLink Great Barrier Island with SeaLink
You’ll be amazed at what’s on offer
Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
Explore the Abel Tasman the quiet & relaxing way!
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping