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CHECKOUT OUR FEATURED JOBS

At Trekker Travel, we specialise in helping backpackers find jobs in New Zealand that fit their lifestyle and travel goals. Whether you’re searching for fruit picking jobs (take a look at our featured Kai Way jobs, specifically created for seasonal harvest jobs across New Zealand, helping you explore while you earn and learn!), hospitality work, adventure tourism or casual labour jobs while on your working holiday visa, we’ve got opportunities across the country—from Auckland to Queenstown.

Our platform connects you directly with employers offering short-term, seasonal, and temp work in NZ, making it easy to earn while you explore. For businesses, we offer fast and flexible solutions to hire backpackers and seasonal staff when you need reliable help. Join a trusted network that makes finding and offering backpacker, casual, temp, and part-time jobs in NZ simple.

Looking to Follow The Seasonal Harvest Track? Take a Trek on The Kai Way!

The Kai Way is your ultimate roadmap to New Zealand’s top seasonal job opportunities. Explore a scenic route that winds through New Zealand’s lush landscapes, showcasing the country’s diverse kai (food), linking farm, orchard, vineyard and packhouse work.

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You came for pristine nature – help us keep it that way

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