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Travellers Backpacker

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 251 job vacancies listed!

24/03 - Relieving Teachers Timaru
24/03 - Sales Consultant Fun Call Centre
24/03 - Kiwi Picking
23/03 - Cleaner And Gardener
23/03 - Volunteer Regenerative Farm Lodge
23/03 - Kiwifruit Workers Wanted
23/03 - Floor Laying Labourer
23/03 - Potato Graders
23/03 - Cleaners Live In Central Nelson
23/03 - Kiwifruit Picking

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Activity Listings

Transport Companies

KiwiQuest Camper Pre-Purchase KiwiQuest Camper Pre-Purchase
Limited Spaces: Pre-Order your Campervan today
Grab-a-Seat Grab-a-Seat
Most fares $100 or less!
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
$12000
Auckland
Mazda E2000 i 2009 Green sticker 248xxx km
Mazda E2000 I 2009 Green Sticker 248xxx Km
Reliable car with no additional costs
Added: 20/03/2025
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$4500
Auckland
2004 Nissan Vannette Campervan
2004 Nissan Vannette Campervan
cheap Campervan blue sticker high Roof
Added: 20/03/2025
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$16000
Auckland
MITSUBISHI L300 2011 FULLY INSULATED SOLAR SHOWER
Mitsubishi L300 2011 Fully Insulated Solar Shower
We are selling our converted Mitsubishi L300, fully insulated floor, walls, and ceiling
Added: 19/03/2025
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Travel Guide
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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.
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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
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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
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Transport Options
Boat, bus, plane, train or car - take your pick! Our guide gives an overview of your different options.

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

Skydive Bay Of Islands Skydive Bay Of Islands
Most scenic jump location
Paddle Wanaka Paddle Wanaka
Guided tours from $139pp
Whale Watch Kaikoura Whale Watch Kaikoura
view giant sperm whales
Popular Activities: Skydiving, Kayaking, Dolphin Swimming, Bungy Jumping