Wellington City Overview

Wellington is the capital of New Zealand in every way, and is cosmopolitan and funky, giving travellers art of every culture and festivals happening every month, a nightlife of note, and a choice of food that is to die for, For backpacker's and other ‘light on the moola' travellers Wellington is easily explored on foot with forests and cliffs to roam around, and a spectacular harbour. Quite apart from the fact that Wellington is the place for cheap accommodation and cheap chow, it also is filled with history and interesting architecture.

Daily Budget
Backpackers can enjoy New Zealand on a daily budget of about US$35 if they make use of the hostels and do their own catering; there are also the options of motor camps and motels, where guests do their own cooking.