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Kittenofdoom: Removed some dead links

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Removed some dead links

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	Make sure you know the road rules (the "Road Code") as police have been cracking down on tourist drivers recently. You can learn the necessary rules for free at [http://www.drivingtests.co.nz this site]. You must carry your licence with you at all times. It must be in English or you will need to have an approved translation or international driving permit.		Make sure you know the road rules (the "Road Code") as police have been cracking down on tourist drivers recently. You can learn the necessary rules for free at [http://www.drivingtests.co.nz this site]. You must carry your licence with you at all times. It must be in English or you will need to have an approved translation or international driving permit.
	===Carpooling===		===Carpooling===
	If ~~you have regular travel requirements~~ for a ~~short period you can try~~ carpooling. ~~The NZ Government carpool initiative~~ is [~~http~~://www.~~letscarpool~~.~~govt.nz~~/ ~~here~~] ~~and Jayride~~, ~~probably NZ's busiest ridesharing site is [http://nz~~.~~jayride.com/ here]~~.		If you’re looking for a cost-effective way to travel between cities, consider carpooling. A great option for backpackers and budget travelers is [https://www.shareyourride.net/carpool/New+Zealand ShareYourRide New Zealand], where you can find rides offered by other travelers.

			Alternatively, check the blackboard in your hostel or browse local Facebook groups—many people post available seats there.
	==By plane==		==By plane==
	[http://www.jetcost.co.nz Jetcost NZ] gives some pretty good results, Have a look at [[How to find cheap flights]] as well. And be careful of your luggage limitation.		[http://www.jetcost.co.nz Jetcost NZ] gives some pretty good results, Have a look at [[How to find cheap flights]] as well. And be careful of your luggage limitation.

	==Budget bus travel==		==Budget bus travel==
	Bus travel tickets between cities in ~~the same island can be as cheap as $1, but~~ usually range between $10-50 with companies such as ~~[http://nakedbus.com/nz/bus/ Naked Bus] and~~ [http://www.intercity.co.nz/ InterCity].		Bus travel tickets between cities in usually range between $10-50 with companies such as [http://www.intercity.co.nz/ InterCity].

	==By bike or walking==		==By bike or walking==

imported>Olmo: typo

2015-06-04T23:47:59Z

typo

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	Rules have tightened up since the 2011 Rugby World Cup on freedom [[camping]]. However, this does not apply to the backcountry: "Freedom camping is permitted on public conservation land, except in areas where it is expressly prohibited or restricted to self contained vehicles. This is indicated by signage." [http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-stay/stay-at-a-campsite/freedom-camping/] These areas are usually just car parks or other easily accessible entry points. Otherwise as soon as you are on public conservation land (and 30% of the country is), away from the road, you are free to set up your tent and enjoy the great outdoors! Please do not abuse this privilege! Pack it in, pack it out, leave no trace. Bury your waste far away from any water source so we can all keep drinking water directly from the streams.		Rules have tightened up since the 2011 Rugby World Cup on freedom [[camping]]. However, this does not apply to the backcountry: "Freedom camping is permitted on public conservation land, except in areas where it is expressly prohibited or restricted to self contained vehicles. This is indicated by signage." [http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-stay/stay-at-a-campsite/freedom-camping/] These areas are usually just car parks or other easily accessible entry points. Otherwise as soon as you are on public conservation land (and 30% of the country is), away from the road, you are free to set up your tent and enjoy the great outdoors! Please do not abuse this privilege! Pack it in, pack it out, leave no trace. Bury your waste far away from any water source so we can all keep drinking water directly from the streams.

	On council land such as ~~raods~~, ~~carparks~~ however, in general if you pitch a [[tent]] basically anywhere that isn't a designated camping spot you can face a NZ$200-$300 fine. This depends on the council, if you want to be certain find the respective bylaws online or call. The main reason behind this is because too many tourists left their rubbish and poop on the ground in traditional free camping spots. Please respect New Zealand and never leave anything, including your defecation, on the ground after camping somewhere. A map with all camping spots including free ones can be found at [http://www.rankers.co.nz/respect http://www.rankers.co.nz/respect]. But unfortunately a lot of free ones are only available for the rich tourists with fully enclosed camper vans and you might find yourself woken up by a council person giving you a $200 fine if you are found tenting there. So check the rules first.		On council land such as roads, (car)parks etc however, in general if you pitch a [[tent]] basically anywhere that isn't a designated camping spot you can face a NZ$200-$300 fine. This depends on the council, if you want to be certain find the respective bylaws online or call. The main reason behind this is because too many tourists left their rubbish and poop on the ground in traditional free camping spots. Please respect New Zealand and never leave anything, including your defecation, on the ground after camping somewhere. A map with all camping spots including free ones can be found at [http://www.rankers.co.nz/respect http://www.rankers.co.nz/respect]. But unfortunately a lot of free ones are only available for the rich tourists with fully enclosed camper vans and you might find yourself woken up by a council person giving you a $200 fine if you are found tenting there. So check the rules first.

	However, police and rangers are usually nice and will often let you a second chance, or even a third chance if they catch you again sleeping in a non-authorized place.		However, police and rangers are usually nice and will often let you a second chance, or even a third chance if they catch you again sleeping in a non-authorized place.

imported>Olmo: Updated camping situation, added hut pass & huts, SIM

2015-06-04T23:44:05Z

Updated camping situation, added hut pass & huts, SIM

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Guaka at 21:46, 25 November 2014

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Guaka at 22:52, 12 September 2013

2013-09-12T22:52:50Z

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	[http://www.bbh.co.nz/ bbh.co.bz] is a listing of cheap backpacker accomodation in New Zealand, as well as a noticeboard advertising jobs, used cars for sale, people looking for travel buddies and a discussion forum. Invaluable resource while backpacking in NZ.		[http://www.bbh.co.nz/ bbh.co.bz] is a listing of cheap backpacker accomodation in New Zealand, as well as a noticeboard advertising jobs, used cars for sale, people looking for travel buddies and a discussion forum. Invaluable resource while backpacking in NZ.
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imported>Isa kayo: adding interfamily links

2013-09-12T20:15:47Z

adding interfamily links

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	[http://www.bbh.co.nz/ bbh.co.bz] is a listing of cheap backpacker accomodation in New Zealand, as well as a noticeboard advertising jobs, used cars for sale, people looking for travel buddies and a discussion forum. Invaluable resource while backpacking in NZ.		[http://www.bbh.co.nz/ bbh.co.bz] is a listing of cheap backpacker accomodation in New Zealand, as well as a noticeboard advertising jobs, used cars for sale, people looking for travel buddies and a discussion forum. Invaluable resource while backpacking in NZ.
			[[hitch:New Zealand]]
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Guaka at 20:07, 12 September 2013

2013-09-12T20:07:17Z

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	[http://www.bbh.co.nz/ bbh.co.bz] is a listing of cheap backpacker accomodation in [[New Zealand]], as well as a noticeboard advertising jobs, used cars for sale, people looking for travel buddies and a discussion forum. Invaluable resource while backpacking in NZ.		[http://www.bbh.co.nz/ bbh.co.bz] is a listing of cheap backpacker accomodation in New Zealand, as well as a noticeboard advertising jobs, used cars for sale, people looking for travel buddies and a discussion forum. Invaluable resource while backpacking in NZ.

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[http://www.bbh.co.nz/ bbh.co.bz] is a listing of cheap backpacker accomodation in [[New Zealand]], as well as a noticeboard advertising jobs, used cars for sale, people looking for travel buddies and a discussion forum. Invaluable resource while backpacking in NZ.