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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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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Mosquito Bay Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

2 Reviews

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DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

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South Island ▷ West Coast ▷

Lake Mahinapua Campsite

Mahinapua Scenic Reserve

99 Reviews

32 Face-to-Face

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Camp beside Lake Mahinapua within forest surroundings. A popular overnight and day stop. Enjoy water sports in the lake.

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

(Kerikeri Caravan Park)

Wagon Wheel Holiday Park

32 Reviews

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Embark on an unforgettable Journey to the Far North and Discover the Beauty of Kerikeri and the Wonder of Northland New Zealand

South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Watering Cove Campsite

Abel Tasman National Park

2 Reviews

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South Island ▷ Mount Cook - MacKenzie ▷

White Horse Hill Campground

Hooker Valley - Aoraki/Mount / Mt Cook

264 Reviews

92 Face-to-Face

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Camp beneath magnificent alpine scenery including Mt Sefton. Enjoy a variety of walks from the valley floor to mountain tops.

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Tapotupotu Campsite

Aupouri Peninsula, Cape Reinga

158 Reviews

49 Face-to-Face

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DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

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South Island ▷ Canterbury ▷

Rakaia Gorge Camping Ground

105 Reviews

16 Face-to-Face

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What a view!!! This place really takes the cake. This campsite is run by the Rakaia Gorge Society and is frequented by the more mature crowd who...

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Maitai Bay Campsite

Karikari Peninsula

71 Reviews

21 Face-to-Face

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DOC campsite, small fee, basic facilities

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Waikawau Bay Campsite

Northern Coromandel

17 Reviews

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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 ▷ Coromandel ▷

Kahikatea Campsite

Coromandel Forest Park

3 Reviews

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Number of powered sites is 18, including 4 sites suitable for large mobile homes/buses. Maximum number of people per site is 6. Facilities...

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South Island ▷ Nelson Region ▷

Heaphy Campsite

Kahurangi National Park

3 Reviews

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North Island ▷ Northland ▷

Waikahoa Bay Campsite

Mimiwhangata Coastal Park

2 Reviews

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No vehicle access

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South Island ▷ Marlborough ▷

Kenepuru Head Campsite

Kenepuru Sound

9 Reviews

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At the head of Kenepuru Sound. A narrow winding road to get there but its worth it!

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North Island ▷ Coromandel ▷

Hotoritori Campsite

Kauaeranga Valley

7 Reviews

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