Swap Canada for...
Mind-blowing landscapes, unique Māori culture, and that trademark Kiwi 'too easy' attitude.
Why make the swap?
If you've spent your entire life wishing the great Canadian outdoors was a bit more accessible, then Aotearoa (New Zealand) could be the ultimate working holiday destination for you. From the snow-capped mountains and glaciers to the lush forests... Read more
New Zealand is small by Canada standards – so the reality is, you could see it all by either buying a van and picking up casual work as you travel, or by finding a base and exploring at weekends. Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch are... Read more
Doing traditional backpacker jobs on a New Zealand working holiday, you can generally expect to earn between NZD $23.50 (the current minimum wage) and $30 per hour. The cost of living is high, especially in the cities, so if you want to save think... Read more
Unless you're intent on escaping a Canadian winter, there's no bad time to make the swap. Winter (Jun-Aug) is cold, especially in the Southern Alps – but this is offset by ski season job opportunities. Likewise, the summer (Dec-Mar) brings plenty of... Read more
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