After all, a budget trip is easier than you think. Get the Wiki Camps App and discover the free or cheap campsites available. You might have to drive a bit out of your way and sometimes there are limited spaces. Ensure you get there with plenty of time.
However, this can be the difference with making your New Zealand trip crazy expensive or crazy cheap. If you want to spend more on adventures, wine or food, remember cheap accommodation is out there and sometimes the camps are in the most beautiful spots.
Did you know there is a free camp at Lake Pukaki? Yes, Lake Pukaki, and the images below were our view. Crazy, right?