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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North IslandBay of Plenty

Nydia Bay Scenic Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Nydia Campsite

Pelorus Sound

Boat, walk or bike access only

Penguin Bay Camping Ground

South IslandMarlborough

Penguin Bay Campsite

D'Urville Island

Boat access only

Waiona Bay, Deep Bay Scenic Reserve

South IslandMarlborough

Waiona Bay Campsite

Outer Pelorus Sound

Boat access only

Wharehunga Camping Ground

South IslandMarlborough

Wharehunga Bay Campsite

Queen Charlotte Sound

Boat access only

Te Taita A Makoro Camping Ground

North IslandTairāwhiti Gisborne

A long narrow gravel winding road to get there - but it's worth it! Camp next to the steam and chill.

North IslandAuckland Region

Walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges

North IslandAuckland Region

Walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges. Moumoukai Road into the Hunua Ranges is closed off due to a slip.

North IslandAuckland Region

A walking accessed campsite in the Hunua Ranges

North IslandAuckland Region

Walking access only - 2.8km

North IslandAuckland Region

Lagoon Bay Camping Ground

Mahurangi Regional Park

Boat access only

North IslandAuckland Region

Te Muri Beach Camping Ground

Mahurangi Regional Park

Walking access only - 1.3km / 45 mins

North IslandWairarapa

Alfredton Community Centre

Overnight Campervan Parking

Tiny

Basic campsite located by an old logging tramway tunnel south of Karekare.

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North IslandCoromandel

This campsite on the Kauaeranga Kauri Trail is near the historic Dancing Camp kauri driving dam. The campsite has 4 raised platforms. Each...

North IslandAuckland Region

Basic site for self contained campers Aucklands only city camp site

Stay with us, it's much cheaper! Our welcoming accommodation is conveniently situated just a short 17-minute drive from Blenheim, and the quaint...

Tiny

South IslandNelson Region

Enjoy views of Mt Arthur from a large paddock with established trees, alongside the Great Taste Cycle Trail. A short walk to the famous trout...

Tiny

North IslandAuckland Region

Just 30 Minutes away from the Auckland airport, we (Katrin and Mick) are welcoming you to our property which has a great gravel driveway with...

Tiny

South IslandMarlborough

Sleep under the stars and wake up to the songs of Tui’s and Bell Birds. Tui’s Rest offers a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of busy caravan...

Makara Country Escape is a quiet, relaxing, private location for only a few guests - two super sunny sites are currently available. You'll...

North IslandAuckland Region

Spacious, private site set on level gravel with sweeping views over rolling paddocks and native bush. Perfect for self-contained campers looking...

North IslandBay of Plenty

Welcome to our beautiful boutique overnight campervan park, set high in the hills of the famous Karangahake Gorge. Lovely professionally landscaped...

Tiny

North IslandWaikato

Please either text or email an approximate time of arrival so I can confine my dogs. (They are friendly but like to smell your moving tires...

Tiny

North IslandManawatu - Wanganui

Lifestyle accommodation Powered campsite with access to kitchen, toilet and shower with the added bonus of our friendly dog to greet you! If...

Tiny

North IslandTaupo Region

Come and relax in a lovely, native tree lined private property (we are not a campground but a private backyard) We have space for 1 SMALL campervan...

Tiny

South IslandWest Coast

Punakaiki Powered and water campervan spot with great sea views and sunsets! Self contained vehicles only - no ablution (bathroom) or kitchen...

Tiny

South IslandNelson Region

Private and peaceful Camping spots for 3 vans (maximum length 5 metres)

Tiny

Enjoy the exclusive opportunity to park your self contained campervan overnight at Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens carpark. Note that the road...