New Zealand offers two very different Islands for you to explore and adventure in. The North Island is temperate to sub-tropical in climate and is famous for golden beaches with great surfing breaks, magnificent nature forests and astounding thermal and underground activity creating great options for caving and river adventures.
The South Island is renowned for its unspoilt natural beauty with its rugged landscapes and mountain range that runs the length of the Island, creating spectacular adventure options on the many crystal clear rivers and lakes. Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand is located in the South Is.
Backpacker accommodation in New Zealand is plentiful and of a good standard. There is a wide range of choice to suit all needs. Prices can be as low as NZ$14 per night in dormitory accommodation while the average is generally in the NZ$20 - $30 range. Types of accommodation range from dormitories with shared facilities, to single, double and twin rooms with private bathrooms.
The Definitive Guide to Backpackers in
New Zealand is the most complete and concise guide to Backpacker accommodation in New Zealand. On the following pages you will find complete lists of all providers in major towns and cities along with a clear map of each island and an easy to use travel time calculator.
Shortly we will be adding many more The Definitive Guide sites to cover all aspects of visiting New Zealand, so be sure to bookmark this site and return often. Also make sure you visit our Definitive Guide to New Zealand Outdoor Adventure and Recreation site.
