Hamilton is the major city in the Waikato Region. It is famous for its lush green hills and Thoroughbred Horse Breeding Industry. It is also near some of New Zealand's best beaches, the mighty Waikato river and the world renown Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

Popular Activities within the Region: Caving Blackwater Rafting Jet Boating Kayaking Surfing Horse Trekking Sky Diving Paragliding Rock Climbing/Abseiling Hot Air Ballooning

Popular Attractions within the Region: Eco and Cave Tours Waitomo Glowworm Caves Flightseeing Sky City Casino Farm Tours "Lord of the Rings" Tours Thoroughbred Tours New Zealand Horse Magic MV Waipa Delta Hamilton Zoo

Hamilton is a common first stop for those driving south from Auckland, with its good range of activities and attractions on offer.
Within 2 - 3 hours: Auckland, Waitomo, Coromandel, Tauranga, Rotorua.

Backpacker Accommodation Providers in Hamilton

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Colts 'n' Fillies Backpackers Hamilton Ph: 64 7 825 9809 J's Backpackers Hamilton Ph: 64 7 856 8934

Cambridge Country Lodge Backpackers Cambridge Ph: 64 7 827 8373 Eagles Nest Backpackers Hamilton Ph: 64 7 838 2704 Masonic Hotel Cambridge Ph: 64 7 823 3549