Backpacking New Zealand

New Zealand is a major backpacking destination and as such has a great backpacking infrastructure in place in terms of budget accomodation, backpacking transport and activities. Every year thousands of travellers go backpacking in New Zealand so you are sure to find like minded travellers to share your experiences with. There are also some great backpacking communities for New Zealand online so you can see what you're in for and hook up with some people before you head off!

Backpacker Board NZ (www.backpackerboard.co.nz)
Backpacker Board NZ is THE guide to backpacking and travellling around New Zealand. We have everything you need including a New Zealand Forum, search engine, notice board, articles, reviews and much more!!

Backpack New Zealand (www.backpack-newzealand.com)
Information on backpacking in New Zealand including backpackers hostels and hiking the national parks