Cheap traveling in New Zealand |
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New Zealand is one of the least expensive countries for traveling. Food, transportation and accommodation prices are generally lower than in other western countries.
The best and cheapest time for visiting New Zealand is from December till March. New Zealand is dotted with campsites from top to bottom. Some have all the modern facilities such as laundries, fully equipped kitchens and swimming pools. To stay in one of these camps costs about US$5 a night. There are more basic campsites with simple facilities which set you back about US$3 a night per person. Here you will be also able camp for free almost anywhere. New Zealand is not very popular among travelers and that is why it is easy to find a place where nobody will disturb you. Farmers usually don't mind campers on their property as long as permission is sought first and the place is left as it was found. It is possible to buy very cheap second hand cars here. Something decent can be picked up for about US$400. Unfortunately the price of petrol has spiraled in recent years but it is still economical to have your own transportation if you plan to do a lot of traveling or are traveling with others who can share the cost. With a car it's easy to find a quiet spot to park up for the night and pitch a tent. If you do not have much money the cheapest way to eat will be buying food in the supermarkets and prepare dishes by yourself. PAK'N SAVE and NEW WORLD stores are generally the cheapest. . Most backpackers' hostels and campsites have facilities to cook your own food. US$30 a week is plenty to cover groceries for one person. In the larger centres such as Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch there are FOOD FOR LIFE restaurants run by the Hari Krishna organisation where you can eat as much vegetarian food as you can for US$2. Other budget options are fish and chips which is a kiwi tradition and is available virtually everywhere. Coffee shops and cafes are pretty expensive for what you get but most usually have some specials on offer. ISIC card will provide students with a great deal of discounts in transport network and tourist attractions. Museums, accommodations. Hitch hiking is also very popular here and gives young people an opportunity to discover new places and to meet interesting people. Cycling is an increasingly popular way of touring the country. Bicycles can offer a lot of freedom of movement and can give access to places difficult to reach by other means. Many companies rent bikes and equipment for short or long terms. New Zealand's greatest attractions are all free. The beaches, forests, rivers and mountains are what makes a trip to New Zealand so memorable and they don't cost a cent.
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