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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 529 job vacancies listed!

09/10 - Exhibition Help Required
09/10 - Skilled And General Labourers
09/10 - Grocery Assistant Wanted
08/10 - Event Helper
08/10 - Wellington Motel Cleaner Needed
08/10 - Kitchen Hands Catering Assistants
08/10 - Customer Service Representative
08/10 - Painters Plasters
08/10 - Skilled Labourers
08/10 - Carpenters/hammer Hands

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

Jetstar Jetstar
Flying in NZ is cheaper than you think!
Kiwi Road Trips Kiwi Road Trips
Freedom Camping Vans with Buy-Back Guarantee
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
$21000
Christchurch
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Hiace Camper High Roof
Set to go camper
Added: 08/10/2026
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$13500
Auckland
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Nissan Caravan Camper Hi Rooflwb
Ready to hit the road on arrival in to Auckland private sale only
Added: 08/10/2026
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$7500
Tauranga & Bay Of Plenty
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Mitsubishi Outlander
Low mileage and comfortable double bed in this SUV ready for the adventure
Added: 07/10/2026
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Travel Guide
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Customs, Excise & Quarantine
Don't get caught out when you arrive in New Zealand. Make sure you read our quick guide before you go!
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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.
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BBNZ's Guide to Hostel Living
Find out what living in a hostel in New Zealand is really like with tips, etiquette and what to expect

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
E-Ko Tours E-Ko Tours
Dolphin viewing from $99 & Swimming from $165
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping