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10 Free Wi-Fi Spots in New Zealand Where You’ll Actually Have a Good Connection

Where to find free Wi-Fi in New Zealand. Yep, finding free Wi-Fi in New Zealand that is actually decent in New Zealand is a bit of a tough one. The very fact that we have put together this article of only 10 good free Wi-Fi spots across the entire of New Zealand might seem a bit bizarre to you, but [...]

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Hiking

12 Free Multi-Day Hikes in New Zealand

Which multi-day hikes in New Zealand have free accommodation? So you’ve heard the news: multi-day hikes in New Zealand aren’t cheap. The appeal of hiking is how it puts the “free” in freedom, as well as being a great way to see that landscapes of the country. However, on multi-day hikes in New Zealand, you cannot just pitch a tent [...]

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North Island

10 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Gisborne

Free things to do in Gisborne! You don’t have to blow a whole lot of cash to have a good time in Gisborne. The Eastland city has many attractions from it’s awesome beachfront to its rich culture and history, so finding free things to do in Gisborne is a breeze. Check out some of the highlights in this guide of [...]

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South Island

14 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Nelson

Find the free things to do in Nelson! We’re backpackers. We’re cheap. Enough said. So when you have made your way to the sunny city of Nelson, how can you save on the cents while fueling the travel bug? Luckily, Nelson is full of free and cheap things to do, from landscape-encapsulating hikes to culturing yourself at local art galleries. [...]

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North Island

10 Free and Cheap Things to do in Tauranga and Mt Maunganui

Free activities in Tauranga and Mt Maunganui. The Bay of Plenty hub is bustling with things to do, what’s more, there are heaps of free things to do in Tauranga and Mt Maunganui! (As well as cheap things to do too). Whether you’re looking for hikes, art galleries, food to try, and social events to attend, it’s all happening here in [...]

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South Island

10 Free or Cheap Things To Do in New Brighton

Things to do in New Brighton on a backpacker budget. The seaside suburb in Christchurch is known for one thing: SURF! This is where all the surfers of the city come to get their fix after work or during their days off. In the most “English city outside of England”, the town truly feels like an English seaside resort with [...]

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North Island Camping Guides

5 Free Camping Spots in Auckland

Freedom camping in Auckland. Nothing sounds sweeter to a backpacker’s ears than the word “free”. Freedom camping is a great way to save on the cents when travelling around New Zealand. The Auckland region has a limited number of free camping spots, but the few it does have are only open to certified self-contained vehicles staying a maximum of two [...]

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South Island

10 Free or Cheap Things to do in Stewart Island

Free things to do on Stewart Island (and a few cheap things too). The great thing about Stewart Island is that, well, of course it is a stunning off-the-beaten-track location and furthest south you’re ever likely to go. But what’s more, you don’t have to spend a lot of money when you get there. Even beyond this list, there are [...]

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North Island Camping Guides

5 Free Camping Spots in Taupo

Freedom camping in taupo. When there’s so many adventure activities to pay for, why would you want to pay for accommodation? Luckily, there are plenty of free camping spots in Taupo, especially for those with a certified self-contained vehicle. Whether you’re kipping in a tent, sleeping in the back of your car, or all kitted up in a self-contained campervan, [...]

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North Island Camping Guides

5 Free Camping Spots in Rotorua

Freedom camping in Rotoura. Nothing sounds sweeter to a backpacker’s ears than the word “free”. Freedom camping in Rotorua is a great way to save on the cents when travelling around New Zealand. The Rotorua district has a limited number of free camping spots, most of which are only open to certified self-contained vehicles. Take a look at the list below [...]

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Blog

Free Activities in Whangarei: Whangarei Falls & Botanica

How has it taken us so long to visit Whangarei Falls? The iconic natural attraction of the Northland city is usually the one thing that people see if they are just "passing through", so it should really have been the thing that we rushed to when we arrived! Well, we like to believe we have been savvy enough to stick…

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Shweebing, Freefalling, Jetboating, Swinging and Hot Pools Bathing

We have such an action-packed day ahead that we'll just jump straight into it! Our first activity of Day 287 out of 365 Days: 365 Activities is actually a five-activities-in-one! We're heading to Rotorua's adventure park, Agroventures, to tackle some pretty insane activities! Just a 10-15 minute drive from the centre of Rotorua, Agroventures is a park of multiple adventure…

Wildlife

10 Free Glowworm Caves in New Zealand

Where to see glowworms for free! New Zealand’s most interesting maggots are not only found in the caves with a price tag. These native creatures can be found all over New Zealand, North and South Island, clinging to the bushes on a dark night and hanging in free-entry caves. They are not limited to but many can be found in [...]

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North Island Camping Guides

15 Free Camping Spots in Wellington

Freedom camping in Wellington. You don’t have to dig too deep into your pockets when exploring the Greater Wellington region. The councils have been very generous with their freedom camping laws, giving those with a self-contained vehicle heaps of options to camp for free in Wellington – even in Wellington city itself! Just take a look at the list of [...]

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South Island Camping Guides

6 Free Camping Spots in Queenstown

Freedom camping in Queenstown. We’ll be honest, Queenstown is a bit of a tough one when it comes to freedom camping. If you want to freedom camp in Queenstown, first you need a certified self-contained sticker on display and second, you will have to be prepared to drive at least 10-15 minutes out of town. The benefit though is that [...]

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