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North Island ▷ Taupo Region ▷ Taupo ▷
Five Mile Bay Recreation Reserve
4.0/5
Stunning view of the Lake and very quiet.
Get in early to get a spot as it fills up.
We didn't sleep at all because of the severe wind off the lake, so not a great choice for light sleepers or those prone to motion sickness.
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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷ Blenheim ▷
Wairau Diversion Reserve
4.5/5
Tons of flat space and a very quiet location next to a river.
Lovely for a walk, swim, or fishing. Close to the Picton Interisland ferry which made for an easy early departure. Would stay there again!
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North Island ▷ Ruapehu ▷ Waiouru ▷
National Army Museum
5.0/5
We loved this place so much we stayed twice, once on the way south and once on the way back north.
The security team is on it
at all hours which made us feel safe. They are strict about the self-contained certification. Wifi was amazing. Lights from the property are super bright so only works if you have curtains or can sleep in any lighting.
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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷ Twizel ▷
Lake Pukaki Overnight Campervan Parking
4.5/5
Free!
The views are amazing and there is tons of space. We had to move away from a group that was partying so gave up a beautiful flat spot we found early for one that wasn't level but was quiet. Location is great, good place for a break.
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South Island ▷ Kaikoura Region ▷ Kaikoura ▷
Donegal House Irish Hotel
4.0/5
This is a great property with tons of space and a cozy bar.
It is free or a donation if you don't need power. We were there over Christmas so it was very quiet and some of the facilities were out of order.
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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷ Queenstown Township ▷
Q Box Motorhome Park
2.5/5
Arrived very late and this was the only campsite in Queenstown that could cram us in.
Freedom camping is banned in Queenstown so the options are limited - plan ahead!! The late arrival and lack of planning was our mistake so we put up with the noise, dirt, and awkwardly slanted parking spot at this place. Showers were ok, water was warm and the bathroom had just been cleaned (10am). Wifi was great. A little pricey for two in a self-contained unit with no power ($30) considering it is just a gravel lot with lots of hills. More of a party place than a place for families.