House Swap & Exchange in Auckland

Discover new places

Work during the day and explore your new location in the evenings and weekends. Save vacation days by combining both!

Free accommodation

We don’t require (expensive) memberships. Swaphouse is 100% free. No money is exchanged in the entire process.

All the amenities you need

All homes feature fast WiFi and dedicated workspace(s). You can expect everything you need to live and work from there.

About Auckland

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Timezone

UTC+12

Auckland follows New Zealand Standard Time (NZST, UTC+12) and switches to UTC+13 (NZDT) during summer months.

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Main language

English

Maori is also an official language of New Zealand.

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Climate

Oceanic

Mild winters and warm, humid summers.

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Closest airport

AKL

Auckland Airport, New Zealand's largest and busiest airport.

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Near beach?

Immediate

Auckland, being on an isthmus, has beaches both on the Pacific and Tasman Sea sides.

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Near mountains?

± 80km

While Auckland has extinct volcanic cones, the Coromandel Ranges to the southeast are more significant.

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Local Cuisine

Kiwi Burger

Burger with beetroot and egg; New Zealand's unique twist on a classic.

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Currency

New Zealand Dollar

The official currency of New Zealand.

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Must see

Sky Tower

The tallest freestanding structure in the Southern Hemisphere, offering views of the city and beyond.

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Hidden gem

Waiheke Island

A short ferry ride away, this island offers beautiful beaches, vineyards, and art galleries.

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Water quality

Good

Water is sourced from rainforest catchments and is treated to be safe for consumption.

Ready to swap your home?

Join Swaphouse by creating an account. You can list your home in a few simple steps. Once that's done, begin exploring homes around the world for an exciting new and affordable workation adventure!

Need more information?

Many questions are covered in our FAQ, but please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions about Swaphouse, creating an account or swapping your home.

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House swap in Auckland