Sunkist International Backpackers, Thames, Nya Zeeland

We’re more than just backpackers’ accommodation.

4 Star Backpackers is located in our historic location by the waterfront.

Come and stay at our 1860s building with modern facilities and an awesome garden.

With bike and car hire and shuttles to get you to the Pinnacles and the Hauraki Rail Trail, there is always something for you to do.

Cyclists and hikers welcome, come as a group or by yourself.

Stay Bike n Hike

located in the heart of Historic Grahamstown, surrounded by the many local attractions & activities.

We are a short stroll to the Beaches, Goldmines, Walks, Butterfly Farm, a squash/tennis club, the Miniature Railway, Museum, art galleries, Saturday markets and pubs.

Ride the Hauraki "Rail Trail" right from our front door or use our shuttle to Te Aroha or Waikino for one and two day cycle trips back to us.

4x4 Rental Cars onsite - modern Toyota RAV4's for rent so you can explore all of the Coromandel including the gravel roads. Ask us for details.

Hike the Pinnacles - You can catch our Shuttle to the “Kauaeranga Valley" from the hostel.

The Kauaeranga Valley is home to 21 different walks that vary from an hour in length to an entire night through the beautiful regenerated native bush and crystal clear streams, crossing swing bridges and passing by waterfalls. The Pinnacles is the ultimate place for a day trek or over-night stay in an 80 person hut. Reach the highest accessible point in the Coromandel for awesome views which take your breath away and become the highlight of your NZ (New Zealand) experience.

We offer many free facilities, including storage, filtered coffee, tea, spices etc.

We offer spacious rooms large dorms thru to private doubles and a sun-drenched balcony, garden with BBQ & hammocks.

We can cater for solo travellers or groups - families or friends, hiking or biking groups, we have options for you all.

Large shared bathroom and Kitchen areas, big TV lounge with 51 inch tv and videos, pool table, darts.

Our Info desk can book buses, activities and accommodation with no booking fees.

Pick up from the Bus Station when available.

By Car - Brown street runs north from Pak n Save along the waterfront, one street to the west of Queen St(SH25) easy to find

When entering Thames stay on SH25, till you hit the roundabout turn towards Pak n Save then right into Brown St.

Magic, Stray and Kiwi Experience stop at the door - ask your driver.