Why We’re Different
SMALL GROUPS. EXPERT GUIDES.
We’re a small company and we’re proud of that. New Zealand is our focus – it’s what we do.
Gavin on Mount Ruapehu
“I am proud to offer selective and very special locations on my trips. Some are well known, others off the beaten track.” – Gavin Pond, Founder
Gavin Pond has over 15 years of experience leading people in New Zealand and America’s outdoors.
For years he served as lead sea kayak guide in the majestic Milford Sound. Gavin has guided hiking, canyoning and cycling trips in and around Queenstown and in the USA.
Gavin grew up in the top of the South Island in the sunshine city of Nelson. When he wasn’t helping out on the family orchard, he was paddling the ocean and nearby rivers or hiking the region’s mountain valleys and peaks.
Suzi at a secret location on the West Coast (... hey, we can't give away all of our secrets!)
True New Zealand Adventures is the result of a simple dream – to show people the best of New Zealand and have fun doing it. Plain and simple. We love what we do and we think we’re pretty good at it – in fact, we know it.
SUZI has a love for all things New Zealand. Born and raised in the States, she has a traveler’s understanding of New Zealand and her wealth of knowledge helps you prepare for your trip. Suzi is the often the voice behind our operations, based out of the our US office. In her spare time she likes road biking, playing music and exploring the outdoors.
