Meet the Team

I live and breathe the outdoors, whether I’m hiking, sea or whitewater kayaking, climbing or skiing, any chance to get out in the wilderness, I take it. The wild places of New Zealand are filled with weird and wonderful plants and animals and as one of those animals I am the best person to show you! Whether your new to it all or seen it all before its a beautiful place to explore. 

Let’s do this!

I love nothing more than a good adventure. I've been exploring and loving the outdoors all my life. My big passions are hiking, sea kayaking and skiing. When I'm not, you'll find me deep in the world of photography or running the trails of the South Island. I love being able to show New Zealanders and travelers alike the beauty of this country and how to get the most out of their experience!

Let's get stuck in!

I’m at my happiest in the outdoors, and I can’t wait to spend more time out on the open ocean sharing what I love. As a former cave guide, I’m especially looking forward to swapping the dark underground for a bit of sunshine this season! When I’m not paddling along Kaikōura’s stunning coastline, you’ll usually find me white-water kayaking, surfing, climbing, or running up the tallest peak I can spot. I’ve also got a real passion for geology, so whether it’s chatting about unique rock formations or pointing out the incredible marine life Kaikōura is famous for, I’m in my element. 

Can’t wait to see you out on the water!
 

This season, I have swapped mountaineering axes for paddles and super stoked to dive into the magic of Kaikōura.

You’ll be hard-pressed to finish the tour more fizzed than me!. Ask me for my best whale call, or the tale of how I became the back-to-back 2022 & 2023 Moustache World Champ, or (if you're brave) what happened to all my hair. Sensitive topic, that one.

Rain or shine, the grin stays on—and it’s contagious.

I’m Ollie, a Kiwi Outdoor Educator from Otautāhi Christchurch. 

I’ve got a passion for being on and in the water while also being drawn to the mountains. Having spent the last 18 months instructing rock climbing in the US and Canada I can’t wait to get back to the local playground this summer. 

I grew up between Canada and the U.S. and now call Vancouver Island home. My summers are spent guiding multi-day kayak trips around the island, surrounded by whales, dolphins, sea lions, and seals—so I’ll feel right at home in Kaikōura! In the spring and fall, I run outdoor education programs for 13–17-year-olds, and in the off-season you’ll find me whitewater kayaking, sea-kayak surfing, mountain biking, or snorkeling.

Fun fact: I’m an avid cyclist and have ridden the length of the Rocky Mountains from Canada to Mexico.

I’m excited to bring my passion for sea kayaking, the natural world, and creating meaningful outdoor experiences to my time here in New Zealand.

I grew up down south but have always been drawn to Kaikōura — the tall snowy mountains meeting the ocean, with its incredible abundance of marine wildlife. It’s hard not to fall in love with this place!

Since studying Outdoor Education on the West Coast, I’ve found a real passion for the outdoors, and getting to work in such a magical spot like Kaikōura honestly feels like a dream come true — someone pinch me!

Originally from the Waikato I have grown up frothing the ocean and the mountains. Outdoor education and guiding has taken me all over New Zealand, the United Kingdom and South America. In my spare time you can find me surfing, tramping, rock climbing or reading books on marine and ecological life. I am excited to show you the beauty that surrounds Kaikōura!

 I enjoy keeping everyone in line:)  l love to kayak with the dolphins and swim in the sea. My favourite sport is rugby, my dream is to become a Black Fern. 

I absolutely love introducing people to wildlife under towering mountains along our breath-taking coastline from a sea kayak.

Kaikōura is pure magic — where rugged landscapes meet the wild ocean. With its breathtaking scenery, abundant marine life, and warm local community, it’s a place that captures the hearts of all who visit. From the majestic Seaward Kaikōura Range to the deep ocean trenches just offshore, our coastal haven offers ever-changing natural beauty that inspires awe in every season