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The New Zealand Backpackers category includes budget "shared" accommodation in a hostel, lodge, or "hotel". Most offer a mixture of dormitories, double, twin and single rooms. Some rooms may include linen, or offer linen hire. 
Bed and Breakfasts (B&Bs) provide "home-like" or "character" accommodation; think a garden cottage, converted villa or a 'homestay' arrangement. Bed & Breakfast accommodation will always include breakfast. 
At the top end of the price scale, Exclusive accommodation includes intimate, luxurious and highly individual establishments offering the finest locations, food and wine, facilities, activities and service.
Stay with a New Zealand family, in their home, with Farmstay and Homestay accommodation. Homestays are commonly located in urban areas, whereas farmstays let you experience real Kiwi life on a New Zealand farm!
Freedom camping in New Zealand means pitching a tent or parking a motorhome on public land, without paying. Visitors need to be careful where this is done, as many regions will fine campers staying in undesignated areas.
NZ Holiday Homes are rentable time-share and 'summer house' type accommodation. Typically self contained and un-serviced, holiday homes vary hugely in size and are often located near beaches, lakes and mountains.
The New Zealand Holiday Parks category includes camping grounds and motor camps. All properties provide communal kitchens, toilets, showers and laundries and a variety of additional features.
A New Zealand Hotel is 'a property with at least one licensed bar and restaurant on the premises or adjacent, with charge-back facilities.' All rooms have tea and coffee-making facilities and on-site management at all times.
The New Zealand Motel category includes a wide range of accommodation - from budget to top end. New Zealand motels typically offer a 'unit' or room with a private bathroom and at least tea and coffee-making facilities. 
The Self Contained Units category includes studio units and self contained holiday cottages. 'Self Contained' implies full kitchen and bathroom facilities and can comprise a studio or multi-bedroom layout.
Serviced Apartments range from exclusive luxury suites to affordable family-size accommodation. Serviced daily, apartment accommodation should include a full ensuite bathroom and full kitchen facilities.
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Adventure is all about getting out into the wild, pushing your limits and going places you only ever dreamed of! New Zealand has plenty of adventure activities to choose from.
From dirt bikes to armoured tanks - New Zealand has some amazing adventure driving experiences to rev you up!
Take to the air! Whether in a balloon, plane, glider or with a parachute attached, New Zealand looks spectacular from the air. You’ll find plenty of airborne activities throughout the country.
Visit New Zealand's array of attractions. Museums and markets, cathedrals and chocolate factories; there's something for everyone.
Take a wild mountain biking tour, try heli-biking, rent a scooter, motorcycle or push bike and explore the cycling paradise of New Zealand!
Bubbling mud, soothing thermal pools, natural hot springs... New Zealand is a geo-thermal wonderland. You’ll find geothermal areas in both the North and South Islands.
New Zealand boasts some of the top golf courses in the world. Try your luck at one of the many courses sprinkled around the country, from the Far North, to the Deep South.
New Zealand's landscape is purpose built for walking. Get the most out of your visit by taking a guided walk - learn about the landscape, the flora & fauna and - best of all - never get lost!
Horse riding and horse trekking are a great, eco-friendly way to see New Zealand’s backcountry. Each region offers vastly different experiences.
Tried and true entertainment for all the family, mini-golf is a popular and fun way to pass the time in New Zealand.
For a unique Kiwi experience, explore and climb New Zealand’s spectacular and diverse mountain ranges with a guided mountaineering expedition.
A great activity for nearly any age, paintball is a popular pastime in New Zealand. Beware of the bruises!
New Zealand is known for its exceptional ski resorts and heli-skiing opportunities. Get amongst it with this list of unforgettable skiing, snowboarding and heli-skiing adventures.
Adventure tours to scenic tours; garden tours to wine & food tours - join a tour to experience your favourite things with like-minded people.
Venture into New Zealand's beautiful landscape on a walk or hike. Home to many world-famous bush walks, New Zealand is a spectacular walking holiday destination.
Get out and on the water! With thousands of kilometres of coastlines, numerous lakes and winding rivers, you’ll never run out of activities, be it diving, jet boating or kayaking.
New Zealand is home to some world-class wines and top restaurants. Sample a selection of wines on a wine tour in some of New Zealand's best wine regions.
Indulge yourself! Sink into a steaming hot pool; enjoy a relaxing massage; or treat yourself to a soothing spa treatment.
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New Zealand is well serviced with a strong network of domestic flights to all the main centres.
Exploring New Zealand by bus is easy and affordable. Several companies offer commercial, as well as scenic transport for visitor, covering the length and width of the country.
Travel to your own agenda with a New Zealand rental car. The choice and variety are broad to fit your style & budget.
Take a cruise on a New Zealand ferry. Journey between NZ's islands, or cruise Gulf Harbour.
Travel in luxurious style with a New Zealand limousine rental!
Explore New Zealand's back roads and highways on a motor cycle.
Motorhomes, campervans, RVs... whatever you call them, they're an excellent and popular way of discovering NZ.
Make your way around NZ on a multi-day overland package tour!
Sit back, relax and enjoy a train ride through stunning New Zealand.
Whether to the airport, across town or to another city, shuttles are a convenient and affordable transport option.
Taxis are available in all major towns & cities in New Zealand.
Browse through New Zealand event listings to find an event near you. Stay up to date with the best happenings in the country.
Catch up on travel news related to New Zealand and find out about local happenings without having to leave your house!
A selection of travel writers offer insights into some of New Zealand’s most scenic and often, quirky attractions. These stories are sure to amuse and inform you.
Embassy Contacts
Here we have compiled a list of foreign embassies, consulates and high commissions located in New Zealand. You should contact your embassy if you find yourself in serious trouble, grave ill health, or unable to get home, during your visit to New Zealand.
Foreign Embassies, Consulates & High Commissions in New Zealand
| Argentina Embassy of Argentina, Wellington Ph: +64 4 472 8330 Fax: +64 4 472 8331 Website Email: enzel@arg.org.nz |
Australia Embassy of Australia, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 6411 Fax: +64 4 498 7135 Website Email: nzinbox@dfat.gov.au |
| Austria Consulate General of Austria, Wellington Ph: +64 4 499 6393 Fax: +64 4 499 6392 |
Belgium Consulate of Belgium, Wellington Ph: +64 4 974 9080 Fax: +64 4 499 9283 Email: don.staples@belgium.org.nz |
| Brazil Embassy of Brazil, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 3516 Fax: +64 4 473 3517 Website Email: brasemb@brazil.org.nz |
Britain British High Commission, Wellington Ph:+64 4 924 2888 Fax:+64 4 473 4982 Website Email: PPA.Mailbox@fco.gov.uk |
| Canada Canadian High Commission, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 9577 Fax: +64 4 471 2082 Website Email: wlgtn@international.gc.ca |
Chile Embassy of Chile, Wellington Ph: +64 4 471 6270 Fax: +64 4 472 5324 Website Email: echile@embchile.co.nz |
| China Embassy of China, Wellington Ph: +64 4 472 1382 Fax: +64 4 499 0419 Website Email: info@chinaembassy.org.nz |
Cook Islands Cook Islands High Commission, Wellington Ph: +64 4 472 5126 Fax: +64 4 472 5121 Email: cookislands@cookhicom.org.nz |
| Denmark Royal Danish Consulate-General, Wellington Ph: +64 4 471 0520 Fax: +64 4 471 0521 Email: consulate@brc.co.nz |
Fiji Fijian High Commission, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 5401/2 Fax: +64 4 499 1011 Website Email: viti@paradise.net.nz |
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Germany Embassy of Germany, Wellington Ph:: +64 4 473 6063 Fax: +64 4 473 6069 Email: GermanEmbassyWellington@xtra.co.nz |
| Greece Embassy of Greece, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 7775 / +64 4 473 7776 Fax: +64 4 473 7441 Email: gremb.wel@mfa.gr |
India Indian High Commission, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 6390 Fax: +64 4 499 0665 Website Email: hicomind@xtra.co.nz |
| Indonesia Embassy of Indonesia, Wellington Phone +64 4 4758 697 Fax +64 4 4759374 Website Email: kbriwell@ihug.co.nz |
Ireland Consulate-General of Ireland, Auckland Ph: +64 9 977 2252 Fax: +64 9 977 2256 Email: consul@ireland.co.nz |
| Israel Consulate of Israel, Wellington Ph: +64 4 475 7622 Fax: +64 4 475 7622 Email: zwartz@actrix.co.nz |
Italy Embassy of Italy, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 5339 Fax: +64 472 7255 Email: ambwell@xtra.co.nz |
| Japan Embassy of Japan, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 1540 Fax:+64 4 471 2951 Website Email: japan.emb@eoj.org.nz |
Korea Korean Trade Centre, Auckland Ph: +64 9 373 5792 Fax:+64 9 373 2952 Email: kotra@kotra.co.nz |
| Malaysia High Commission for Malaysia, Wellington Ph: +64 4 385 2439 / 04 801 0943 Fax: +64 4 385 6973 Email: mwwelton@xtra.co.nz |
Netherlands Embassy of the Netherlands, Wellington Ph:+64 4 471 6390 Fax:+64 4 471 2923 Website Email: WEL@minbuza.nl |
| Niue High Commission for Niue, Wellington Ph: +64 4 499 4515 Fax: +64 4 499 4516 Email: komisina@niuhicom.co.nz |
Norway Royal Norwegian Consulate-General, Wellington Ph: +64 4 471 2503 Fax: +64 4 472 8023 Email: weleong@deloitte.co.nz |
| Philippines Embassy of the Philippines, Wellington Ph: +64 4 472 9848 / 04 472 9921 Fax: +64 4 472 5170 Email: embassy@wellington-pe.co.nz |
Poland Polish Consulate, Auckland Ph: +64 9 534 4670 Fax: +64 9 535 4068 Website Email: polish@ihug.co.nz |
| Russia Embassy of Russia, Wellington Ph: +64 4 476 6113 Fax: +64 4 476 3843 Website Email: embassyofrussia@xtra.co.nz |
Samoa Samoa High Commission, Wellington Ph: +64 4 472 0953/4 Fax: +64 4 471 2479 Email: shc@paradise.net.nz |
| Singapore Singapore High Commission, Wellington Ph: 64 4 470 0850 / 04 464 0030 Fax: +64 4 479 4066 / +646 4 464 0024 Website Email: shcwlg@xtra.co.nz |
South Africa Cnr State Circle and Rhodes Place Yarralumla, Canberra, ACT 2600, Australia Telephone: (+ 61 2) 6273 2424 Facsimile: (+ 61 2) 6273 3543 E-mail: info@rsa.emb.gov.au |
| Spain Consulate of Spain, Auckland Ph: +64 9 299 6019 Fax: +64 9 298 9986 Email: lees.delta@xtra.co.nz |
Sweden Consulate-General of Sweden, Wellington Ph: +64 4 499 9895 Fax: +64 4 499 1464 Email: sweden@xtra.co.nz |
| Switzerland Embassy of Switzerland, Wellington Ph: +64 4 472 1593 Fax: +64 4 499 6302 Email: wel.vertretung@eda.admin.ch |
Taiwan Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, Wellington Ph: +64 4 473 6474 Fax: +64 4 472 2430 E-mail: newzlgio@taipei.org.nz |
| Thailand Embassy of Thailand, Wellington Ph: +64 4 476 8616 – 9 Fax: +64 4 476 3677 Website Email: information@thaiembassynz.org.nz |
USA Embassy of USA, Wellington Ph: +64 4 462 6000 Fax: +64 4 499 0490 Website |
For more information contact the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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