On Top Backpackers

17/12/2025

Pregnant sea lions often roam inland in Otago following successful conservation efforts.

30/11/2025

Dunedin's decades-long wait for passenger rail to return is almost over with a new service set to link with city with Christchurch and Invercargill...

30/11/2025

🌧️ The Road to Milford Sound: Where Waterfalls Fall From the Sky 🌧️

There are few places on Earth that can stop you in your tracks like the road to Milford Sound. On days of relentless rain — the kind Fiordland is famous for — the mountains come alive. What you see here isn’t just a cliff face… it’s a cathedral of water, with thousands of delicate, silver-thread waterfalls tumbling down sheer granite walls.

It feels otherworldly. The air hums with mist. The road winds quietly below, dwarfed by the scale of nature performing above it. Every bend reveals another cascade, another roar, another reminder that Fiordland is one of the wettest — and most breathtaking — regions on the planet.

Whether you’ve driven this road before or dream of it from afar, moments like this capture the magic of Aotearoa at its rawest. Milford Sound doesn’t just impress… it overwhelms in the best possible way.

A masterpiece carved by rain. A journey no New Zealander ever forgets.

25/11/2025

Coexisting

24/11/2025

20/11/2025

Direct flights between Dunedin and the Gold Coast have been a "major contributor" to an increase in visitors from across the Ditch, Dunedin Airport...

12/11/2025

Have a casual housekeeping position available over summer 🌺 ideal for those looking for work between 9am - 2pm. 7 day roster with flexibility! Great opportunity if you have kids at daycare/school or another evening job. Must have considerable experience housekeeping previously in accomodation industry. “Fast paced, good initiative, attention to detail, hard working with outstanding time management” - if this sounds like you please email your resume to: [email protected] 📧

30/10/2025

Our privates are all sold out for Saturday 8th, only two rooms left for Friday 7th! Shared dormitory options still available. Email us directly for exclusive discount and possible room arrangements ⤵︎
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The Dunedin Craft Beer and Food Festival is back for 2025 and we're gearing up for our biggest year yet! Join us for an epic two day celebration of epic brews, incredible flavours and live entertainment at Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium.

23/10/2025

We have some availability left this evening for anyone effected by the wild weather today

If your travel plans have changed due to road closure, transport cancellations or house damage etc we are a possible option - reception open until 8pm

On Top Backpackers, in Dunedin, have a variety of rooms ranging from 6-8 bed dorms, private ensuites to newly built furnished apartments. Every room offers fresh linen, heating, complimentary continental breakfast, and unlimited high-speed WiFi.

14/10/2025

With the best location in town, locally owned On Top Backpackers & Apartments has something for every traveller! Reception is located at the bar of The Poolhouse Café, featuring 18 pool tables for all guests to enjoy throughout their stay. The hostel is a restricted R18 property up two flights of stairs across one level, using a 24 hour key card accessibility security system. We have a variety of rooms ranging from 6-8 bed dorms, private ensuites to newly built furnished apartments. Every room selection offers fresh linen, heating, complimentary continental breakfast, and unlimited high-speed WiFi. Complete with fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, a beautiful sundeck overlooking the city, luggage storage and parking options, On Top is a Top Spot!

22/09/2025

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