Basic Camping

Kerosene Creek, Rotorua

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Basic Campsites

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 IslandWanaka Region

The Kidds Bush Reserve Camping Ground is super busy during the holidays an awesome spot with plenty of space to join on in with the locals...

South IslandWanaka Region

The large campsite is located near the Makarora River, just 15 mins north of Makarora Township. The campsite is quite exposed on a fairly...

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Lindis Pass Historic Hotel

South IslandWanaka Region

Lindis Pass Historic Hotel Campsite

Nine Mile Historic Reserve

A great opportunity to camp amongst historic ruins of a by-gone era at the Lindis Pass Historic Hotel. Enjoy the experience, but please don't...

Park up under the giant pines

The Albert Town campground is managed by Hampshire Holiday Parks Wanaka and does not have an onsite reception. No bookings are taken for this...

South IslandWanaka Region

Boundary Creek Campsite

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