Been there done that. Get great southern rail pass for $450 when u arrive. Gives u travel to all the major cities for 6 months no restrictions other than pre booking trip over the phone. Always re affirm your reservation a couple of days later to make sure no cock ups.Join a hostel club as card gets u many discounts.Consider a layover in NZ on your trip. A must visit country since u coming out that way. Hostels $16 to $24 nz a night.Share dorm. Myself never had any negative situations just a great 4 months back paking trip.
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