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Taking advantage of Makarora's backpacker options is a great way to socialise before moving on and exploring the entire country on a budget. Backpacker accommodation is friendly, communal and reliable. They are places where, usually, young travellers congregate and often make friends with people of different nationalities. It's the most fun way to discover everything this country has to offer and meet like-minded travellers. New Zealand backpacker accommodation is considered to be of a consistently high quality. Most backpacker accommodation throughout the country offers a mixture of shared rooms (dormitories), as well as single, twin or double rooms for a higher (but still relatively cheap) cost. The facilities usually consist of a communal kitchen and bathroom, and a coin-operated laundry, although this does vary - many also have internet access, bars and TV lounges. Long-term rates are usually offered for those planning to stay awhile.

Makarora lies at the northern tip of Lake Wanaka. Makarora is a gateway to the Southern Lakes region and to Mount Aspiring National Park. As well as longer walks within the park, there are many short walks off the highway and excellent trout fishing in local rivers. There is accommodation at Makarora provided by a lodge with self-catering chalets, budget and backpackers' accommodation, campervan and campsites.