Become a BYATA Member

Whether you are a large tourism operator, a small independent business, a supplier to the sector or just starting out, there is a place for you at BYATA.

BYATA is the Backpacker, Youth and Adventure Tourism Association, representing businesses across New Zealand that work with and support the youth and adventure travel market.

We are primarily an advocacy organisation, working to influence policy and decision-makers in ways that create the best possible environment for our members and the wider youth tourism sector to succeed.

From responding to immediate policy changes to developing long-term positions on issues such as Working Holiday Visas, immigration, tourism marketing investment, freedom camping, accommodation, legislation and regulation, we make sure the youth and adventure tourism sector has a voice.

Your Membership Benefits

  • A stronger industry voice - Help BYATA advocate to Government and industry decision-makers on the issues that matter to your business.
  • Policy input - Have an opportunity to contribute to BYATA's policy positions and advocacy priorities.
  • Industry data & research - Access targeted youth tourism data, research, reports and our benchmarking work.
  • Government & industry information - Receive relevant information from organisations including MBIE and Tourism New Zealand.
  • Regular industry updates - Stay informed through BYATA newsletters, communications and member channels.
  • Networking - Take part in regional networking and Steering Group meetings.
  • Conference discounts - Receive the member rate for the annual BYATA Conference.
  • Voting rights - Membership gives you a voice in the governance of the association, including voting at members' meetings.

Join BYATA today: 

Your Business, Your Industry, Your Voice

To become a member contact info@byata.org.nz or fill in the downloadable form

BYATA Membership Application Form 

Full Membership

Annual Membership Fees are $445 per year +GST. Payment can be made in full or quarterly per year via direct debit at $111.25 + GST per quarter.

Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) Membership

Annual Membership Fees are $249 per year +GST. Payment can be made in full or quarterly per year via direct debit at $64.75 + GST per quarter.

SME definition: Annual turnover up to $1,000,000