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Short walks around Tauranga
Visiting Tauranga is not just about the beautiful sandy shores of Mount…
Work and Travel in NZ
The moment we all have been waiting for finally is here! New Zealand is…
Kiwifruit season is here!
We assist our guest’s finding jobs on orchard’s and in the pack houses, in…
Top waterfalls to visit
As you may already know, New Zealand is no stranger to hosting some of the…
Water Adventures in the Bay
There are so many ways to enjoy Tauranga, and as you can guess, heaps of…
A Kiwi Christmas
Nothing better than a Christmas at Wanderlust NZ! Our guests are far away…
Bar crawling in Tauranga CBD
Where to go for the best live music, drinks and food in town!
Tauranga's Foodie-guide
Our personally selected foodie-guide in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui
Getting Your Tauranga Summer Plans Sorted
You really can’t go wrong with planning to spend the summer in Tauranga –…
Orca in Tauranga Harbour
Come and relax on our hostel outdoor balcony area overlooking the Tauranga…
Plenty of Kiwifruit Jobs in Bay of Plenty
Kiwifruit season is year round in the Bay of Plenty which means we have…
Our Wander-ful Launch Event
20th October, 2020, was the official launch event of our newly renovated…
Bringing Nature Indoors with Stunning Wall Art
If you have visited one of our hostels, you will recognize the signature…
Go Local! Tauranga accommodation providers get post-Covid future-ready
Harbourside City Backpackers owners Matt Young and Sarah Meadows in front…
A Short History of 105 The Strand
Our beautiful historic building at 105 The Strand has actually been around…
Tauranga's Most Instagram-able Places
We've collated a list of our top picks of best places to get that perfect…
People Say...
Awesome customer service and staff. Really enjoyed my stay and would love to return.
- Google Review -
Stayed here for about 3 months in total now and can honestly say, that this is my all time favourite hostel. They are constantly trying to improve and provide a very good and friendly service. And the best thing are the good vibes at that place, you'll love it.
- Google Review -
Fantastic facilities right on the waterfront with easy access to public transport. Can make friends from all around the world.
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