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Camping with just the bare essentials in some of the most beautiful locations across NZ. Expect a non-flush toilet that's intermittently serviced. Anything more is a bonus.

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Western Springs Spot

59 Reviews

Analysis

Welcome to your spot! Stay with us while you explore Auckland! We can accommodate 2 campervans, powered or unpowered, within easy walking distance...

North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Cable Bay Campsite

Urupukapuka Island

6 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Situated on a pest free island, so please leave your rats at home! From Otehei Bay, turn right at the end of the wharf and follow the archaelogical...

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Mutton Cove Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

4 Reviews

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Urupukapuka Bay Campsite

Urupukapuka Island

4 Reviews

Analysis

Boat access only

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Stony Bay Campsite

Northern Coromandel

21 Reviews

10 Face-to-Face

Analysis

DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Hukatere Lodge & Camping Ground

12 Reviews

Analysis

We are on Ninety Mile Beach At Hukatere. Wilderness with wild horses and stunning views. Lots of space and friendly host, clean facilities. Tent...

South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Madsen's Camp

Queen Charlotte Sound

2 Reviews

Analysis

Campsites with a view. $15 pp/per night

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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷

Harataonga Campsite

Great Barrier Island/Aotea

2 Reviews

Analysis

Great Barrier Island

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Buller Campground

Lake Rotoiti

40 Reviews

23 Face-to-Face

Analysis

The camping grounds at West Bay (Jetty and Buller) are beaut little sites on the western side of Lake Rotoiti. Open from December to April they...

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South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷

Totara Campsite

Milford Rd

19 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

A large sheltered campsite just off the main road and right next tor the river with easy access for large vehicles. It is nestled in amongst large...

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North Island ▷ Manawatu - Wanganui ▷

Totara Reserve Camping Ground

7 Reviews

Analysis

Totara Reserve camping grounds hide amongst native bush, hugging the crystal clear Pohangina River. - Two camping grounds - Large BBQ's...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Wainora Campsite

5 Reviews

Analysis

CAMP OPENS FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Sunset Bay Campsite

Urupukapuka Island

1 Review

Analysis

Boat access only

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Totara Flat Campsite

Kauaeranga Valley

1 Review

Analysis

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Port Jackson Campsite

Northern Coromandel

52 Reviews

22 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Port Jackson Camping Ground is right at the northern tip of the Coromandel Peninsula right next to the beach. There are some old Maori sites nearby...

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Shag Stream Campsite

Kauaeranga Valley

6 Reviews

Analysis

CAMPSITE OPENS FRIDAY 25 OCTOBER

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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Moke Lake Campsite

Queenstown

133 Reviews

46 Face-to-Face

Analysis

This is a scenic campsite in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area. This is a peaceful place beside a small lake.

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Okarito Camping Ground

Okarito

111 Reviews

18 Face-to-Face

Analysis

An amazing place with a friendly vibe, there are lots of little alcoves to put your tent up in. Designated BBQ areas and a short walk to the beach...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Uretiti Beach Campsite

Waipu

93 Reviews

29 Face-to-Face

Analysis

This is a scenic campsite in the Whangārei area. Camp behind the sand dunes of Uretiti Beach, a sandy surf beach.

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Waikawau Bay Campsite

Northern Coromandel

21 Reviews

Analysis

Camp next to a huge sweeping beach. This is a great place for fishing, diving and swimming. Bookings are essential during the peak season.

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

(Whananaki)

Otamure Bay (Whananaki) Campsite

50 Reviews

17 Face-to-Face

Analysis

This PRIMO camping site in Otamure Bay is in a beach-front setting with massive old pohutukawa trees for shade. There are heaps of sites to choose...

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South Island ▷ Queenstown Region ▷

Sylvan Campsite

Glenorchy

33 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

Analysis

The Sylvan Camping Ground is along side the Routeburn River and a great place to go fishing (Fly fishing only). You can do some good day walks...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) Campsite

Whangaruru North Head Scenic Reserve

28 Reviews

9 Face-to-Face

Analysis

Overlooking the mouth of Whangaruru Harbour, this campsite has sheltered waters for swimming and boating activities, and a series of interconnected...