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Jo Taylor

Mar 2, 20256 min read

Paddleboarding Tips & Advice

THE ULTIMATE PACKING LIST FOR YOUR PADDLEBOARDING TRIP

Loved seeing my second article for @adventuremagazine in print! 🙌

This one shares the story of my wee hike carrying my paddleboard up the stunning Fox River to the Ballroom Overhang to camp for the night — then paddling back out the next day.

I’m on a mission to change perceptions that paddleboarding in New Zealand is just a gentle cruise on flat water. It can be so much more than that — it can add a whole new layer to the adventure world. 🫶

If you’d like to read the route write up, the blog is up on my website - link in bio. Would love to hear what you think!

What would you like me to write about for the next one? 🙌

Loved seeing my second article for @adventuremagazine in print! 🙌

This one shares the story of my wee hike carrying my paddleboard up the stunning Fox River to the Ballroom Overhang to camp for the night — then paddling back out the next day.

I’m on a mission to change perceptions that paddleboarding in New Zealand is just a gentle cruise on flat water. It can be so much more than that — it can add a whole new layer to the adventure world. 🫶

If you’d like to read the route write up, the blog is up on my website - link in bio. Would love to hear what you think!

What would you like me to write about for the next one? 🙌

My view as a volunteer at a refloating of pilot whales…

I took this footage on the most recent mass whale stranding of 55 pilot whales just weeks ago at Farewell Spit, New Zealand.

When strandings do happen, Project Jonah and DOC respond with volunteers day after day — racing time, tide, and exhaustion.

People show up time after time to help. ❤️ Being a volunteer is humbling, physically draining, incredible and emotional.

But Project Jonahs work depends on equipment as well as people. And the last stranding showed that they need more:

• A vital inflatable pontoon burst ($10,000 loss)
• A drone is needed to track whale behaviour ($4,800)
• Strop bags, VHF radios, shovels — all essential, all need replacing

If this video stops you for a moment, please consider donating to the campaign.

So we can be ready when the whales need us again. 🩵

Link in comments to donate.

Thank you 🙏

My view as a volunteer at a refloating of pilot whales…

I took this footage on the most recent mass whale stranding of 55 pilot whales just weeks ago at Farewell Spit, New Zealand.

When strandings do happen, Project Jonah and DOC respond with volunteers day after day — racing time, tide, and exhaustion.

People show up time after time to help. ❤️ Being a volunteer is humbling, physically draining, incredible and emotional.

But Project Jonahs work depends on equipment as well as people. And the last stranding showed that they need more:

• A vital inflatable pontoon burst ($10,000 loss)
• A drone is needed to track whale behaviour ($4,800)
• Strop bags, VHF radios, shovels — all essential, all need replacing

If this video stops you for a moment, please consider donating to the campaign.

So we can be ready when the whales need us again. 🩵

Link in comments to donate.

Thank you 🙏

SUMMER ☀️ Its all about our best adventure buddies 🥰

Friends, sunshine, blue water, laughs and rafting our beautiful Buller river ☺️ #newzealand #rafting

SUMMER ☀️ Its all about our best adventure buddies 🥰

Friends, sunshine, blue water, laughs and rafting our beautiful Buller river ☺️ #newzealand #rafting

Getting married on a paddleboard! 💒 💍

In the 8 years I’ve been paddling, this was my first SUP wedding! And what a privilege to be a part of Eve and Dirks special day capturing their morning tying the knot on a mega SUP with @paddlenelson and @celebrantmegs 📸

I knew I could do the paddling bit to get a good shot but as an amateur photographer, this was a bigggg learning curve! I learnt so much about shooting, editing photos and how long that takes, how to find your style, experience different conditions and hopefully come out with something good 👌

An awesome morning on our beautiful Tahunanui beach, celebrating love on the water, and so stoked to be a part of the magic ✨

Getting married on a paddleboard! 💒 💍

In the 8 years I’ve been paddling, this was my first SUP wedding! And what a privilege to be a part of Eve and Dirks special day capturing their morning tying the knot on a mega SUP with @paddlenelson and @celebrantmegs 📸

I knew I could do the paddling bit to get a good shot but as an amateur photographer, this was a bigggg learning curve! I learnt so much about shooting, editing photos and how long that takes, how to find your style, experience different conditions and hopefully come out with something good 👌

An awesome morning on our beautiful Tahunanui beach, celebrating love on the water, and so stoked to be a part of the magic ✨

Two years of living here and loving you, Nelson Tasman you’ll always have my heart 💛

#newzealand #followyourdream

Two years of living here and loving you, Nelson Tasman you’ll always have my heart 💛

#newzealand #followyourdream

Two years of living here and loving you, Nelson Tasman you’ll always have my heart 💛

#newzealand #followyourdream

Two years of living here and loving you, Nelson Tasman you’ll always have my heart 💛

#newzealand #followyourdream

What can paddleboarding in New Zealand look like?

Surfing, white water, hiking missions, multiday touring trips, the list goes on.

The latest Adventure Mag edition has dropped and super stoked to see my article in there all about paddleboarding in New Zealand. 🏄‍♀️

I hope it opens your world up to where your SUP can take you across our beautiful country, and how it can fill your life with adventure, as it has for me. 🤩

Thanks for some of the missions and the snaps @barekiwi 📸

#paddleboarding #newzealand #exploreyourworld

What can paddleboarding in New Zealand look like?

Surfing, white water, hiking missions, multiday touring trips, the list goes on.

The latest Adventure Mag edition has dropped and super stoked to see my article in there all about paddleboarding in New Zealand. 🏄‍♀️

I hope it opens your world up to where your SUP can take you across our beautiful country, and how it can fill your life with adventure, as it has for me. 🤩

Thanks for some of the missions and the snaps @barekiwi 📸

#paddleboarding #newzealand #exploreyourworld

Paddleboarding the Nile River. An awesome wee paddle to explore this gorgeous gorge, in the heart of the tropical west coast! 🤩

Heading from the ocean, you can only do this paddle around the high tide so there’s enough water to push you up the river. But salt water, river water, stunning rocks & lush green around, it’s one for the sup list!

Blog on this one is coming 🥰

But the most essential thing?? Don’t forget the bug spray! #newzealand #paddleboarding #westcoast

Paddleboarding the Nile River. An awesome wee paddle to explore this gorgeous gorge, in the heart of the tropical west coast! 🤩

Heading from the ocean, you can only do this paddle around the high tide so there’s enough water to push you up the river. But salt water, river water, stunning rocks & lush green around, it’s one for the sup list!

Blog on this one is coming 🥰

But the most essential thing?? Don’t forget the bug spray! #newzealand #paddleboarding #westcoast

Paddleboarding the Nile River. An awesome wee paddle to explore this gorgeous gorge, in the heart of the tropical west coast! 🤩

Heading from the ocean, you can only do this paddle around the high tide so there’s enough water to push you up the river. But salt water, river water, stunning rocks & lush green around, it’s one for the sup list!

Blog on this one is coming 🥰

But the most essential thing?? Don’t forget the bug spray! 🪰

#newzealand #paddleboarding #westcoast

Paddleboarding the Nile River. An awesome wee paddle to explore this gorgeous gorge, in the heart of the tropical west coast! 🤩

Heading from the ocean, you can only do this paddle around the high tide so there’s enough water to push you up the river. But salt water, river water, stunning rocks & lush green around, it’s one for the sup list!

Blog on this one is coming 🥰

But the most essential thing?? Don’t forget the bug spray! 🪰

#newzealand #paddleboarding #westcoast

👋 I’ve had a little break on posting for a while… trips to the UK, adventures, fun and paddling have been keeping me busy, as well as writing up some of my adventures on my paddling blog!

I started this a while ago and then never really told anyone it was here, so… hello! It’s here 👋

I’ve had so many epic adventures on my paddleboard across New Zealand, and sometimes it’s hard to find resources online to help you plan or inspire your next paddle. I love writing, so I thought I’d share my pre trip research and blogs post paddle.

Excited to add lots more adventures to the site this summer, got so many epic ones in the planning 🙌

Link in my bio or comment below and il send it to you :)

Any faves of yours that I gotta add to my list?

👋 I’ve had a little break on posting for a while… trips to the UK, adventures, fun and paddling have been keeping me busy, as well as writing up some of my adventures on my paddling blog!

I started this a while ago and then never really told anyone it was here, so… hello! It’s here 👋

I’ve had so many epic adventures on my paddleboard across New Zealand, and sometimes it’s hard to find resources online to help you plan or inspire your next paddle. I love writing, so I thought I’d share my pre trip research and blogs post paddle.

Excited to add lots more adventures to the site this summer, got so many epic ones in the planning 🙌

Link in my bio or comment below and il send it to you :)

Any faves of yours that I gotta add to my list?

I’m learning to surf on my paddleboard. Are you? If so here’s a few things I’ve learnt so far!

I have been learning to SUP Surf for a few years but I don’t get out too often and I’ve never been a surfer so progress is slow but it’s there and I’m loving it… 🙌 🥰

What’s your best tip?

#newzealand #paddleboarding #supsurfing #supsurf

I’m learning to surf on my paddleboard. Are you? If so here’s a few things I’ve learnt so far!

I have been learning to SUP Surf for a few years but I don’t get out too often and I’ve never been a surfer so progress is slow but it’s there and I’m loving it… 🙌 🥰

What’s your best tip?

#newzealand #paddleboarding #supsurfing #supsurf

Would you carry your paddleboard up the river to camp here and paddle out?

This is the stunning Fox River on the West Coast, New Zealand - epic limestone gorges, rock formations, crystal clear waters & tropical vibes.

➡️Full info on the adventure on a new blog post on this one (link in bio or DM).

Board @moananzsup
Packraft @alpacka_raft
Kit bag @redequipment
Drysuit @nrsweb

What do you reckon, would ya join the next one? 🙃 #paddleboarding #newzealand #westcoastnz #paddleadventures #trampingnz

Would you carry your paddleboard up the river to camp here and paddle out?

This is the stunning Fox River on the West Coast, New Zealand - epic limestone gorges, rock formations, crystal clear waters & tropical vibes.

➡️Full info on the adventure on a new blog post on this one (link in bio or DM).

Board @moananzsup
Packraft @alpacka_raft
Kit bag @redequipment
Drysuit @nrsweb

What do you reckon, would ya join the next one? 🙃 #paddleboarding #newzealand #westcoastnz #paddleadventures #trampingnz

And that’s a wrap on the Nelson Adventure Film Festival! 🎥

The curtains have dropped, the popcorns eaten, the people have voted.

Local peeps, young minds and those young at heart have left the building hopefully filled with inspiration for their own adventures across our stunning region, however big or small.

I absolutely loved being a part of this awesome dream team with Em & Em to create the second ever festival. Securing funding for our community film fest, epic prizes, engaging local groups & legends - a lot goes on behind the scenes. And there’s something magical about grassroots - local people and places. And I bloody love it! Thanks girls, @emmamovesmountains & @em.russnz - and I can’t wait for the next one! I wonder what we’ll dream up next for @mdoutdoorsnz 😜

#getoutside #nelsontasman #adventurefilm #outdoorcommunity #newzealand

And that’s a wrap on the Nelson Adventure Film Festival! 🎥

The curtains have dropped, the popcorns eaten, the people have voted.

Local peeps, young minds and those young at heart have left the building hopefully filled with inspiration for their own adventures across our stunning region, however big or small.

I absolutely loved being a part of this awesome dream team with Em & Em to create the second ever festival. Securing funding for our community film fest, epic prizes, engaging local groups & legends - a lot goes on behind the scenes. And there’s something magical about grassroots - local people and places. And I bloody love it! Thanks girls, @emmamovesmountains & @em.russnz - and I can’t wait for the next one! I wonder what we’ll dream up next for @mdoutdoorsnz 😜

#getoutside #nelsontasman #adventurefilm #outdoorcommunity #newzealand

Would you carry your paddleboard up the river to camp here and paddle out?

This is the stunning Fox River on the West Coast, New Zealand - epic limestone gorges, rock formations, crystal clear waters & tropical vibes.

➡️Full info on the adventure on a new blog post on this one (link in bio or DM).

Board @moananzsup
Packraft @alpacka_raft
Kit bag @redequipment
Drysuit @nrsweb

What do you reckon, would ya join the next one? 🙃 #paddleboarding #newzealand #westcoastnz #paddleadventures #trampingnz

Would you carry your paddleboard up the river to camp here and paddle out?

This is the stunning Fox River on the West Coast, New Zealand - epic limestone gorges, rock formations, crystal clear waters & tropical vibes.

➡️Full info on the adventure on a new blog post on this one (link in bio or DM).

Board @moananzsup
Packraft @alpacka_raft
Kit bag @redequipment
Drysuit @nrsweb

What do you reckon, would ya join the next one? 🙃 #paddleboarding #newzealand #westcoastnz #paddleadventures #trampingnz

When you open my camera roll… 📸

North Island, NZ edition 🌿⛰️

❤️ The volcanic red hikes of the Tongariro National Park

🩵 The peaceful blue colours of Lake Taupo

💚 The green hills of Te Mata peak

💛 The white sandy beaches of the Coromandel — just a few of my favorite moments from Aotearoa’s north 🥰

#NewZealand #northislandnz #northisland #travelnz

When you open my camera roll… 📸

North Island, NZ edition 🌿⛰️

❤️ The volcanic red hikes of the Tongariro National Park

🩵 The peaceful blue colours of Lake Taupo

💚 The green hills of Te Mata peak

💛 The white sandy beaches of the Coromandel — just a few of my favorite moments from Aotearoa’s north 🥰

#NewZealand #northislandnz #northisland #travelnz

Chasing the roar… 🦌

Earlier this year, I went out into the hills on a red stag hunt with my mate @self_sufficient_rhys, who put together a great vid about our trip.

It was my first time experiencing the roar, and it was such an incredible sound to hear the valley echo with the sound of stags all night.

Since moving to New Zealand, I’ve been curious to learn more about hunting and fishing. I have never lived somewhere where subsistence living as a hunter gatherer is such a prominent part of culture and society before.

As a meat eater, I’ve always believed in sourcing food locally wherever possible and I’m enjoying the journey learning more about intentional ways of sourcing food.

If you’re curious, check out the adventure on YouTube 👇 linked below. 👌

#newzealand #theroar #redstaghunting #nelsontasman #huntingandfishing

Chasing the roar… 🦌

Earlier this year, I went out into the hills on a red stag hunt with my mate @self_sufficient_rhys, who put together a great vid about our trip.

It was my first time experiencing the roar, and it was such an incredible sound to hear the valley echo with the sound of stags all night.

Since moving to New Zealand, I’ve been curious to learn more about hunting and fishing. I have never lived somewhere where subsistence living as a hunter gatherer is such a prominent part of culture and society before.

As a meat eater, I’ve always believed in sourcing food locally wherever possible and I’m enjoying the journey learning more about intentional ways of sourcing food.

If you’re curious, check out the adventure on YouTube 👇 linked below. 👌

#newzealand #theroar #redstaghunting #nelsontasman #huntingandfishing

Learning to SUP Surf? Me too! Learn with me as I share my fave tips that are helping me learn how to catch waves on my paddleboard.

After a recent sup surf trip over to the west coast of New Zealand with my awesome @moananzsup sup surfboard, I’ve put together the most useful advice that’s helping me progress, as it can frustrating as hell.

The last pic is by far the best tip I have, as this gave me my AHA moment when things started to click. I’ve got a long way to go, I’ve made a lot of mistakes but I’m loving the journey!

If you have any more tips, I would love to hear them in the comments below and put them into practice on my next surf! 🏄‍♀️

P.S. Hope you enjoy the facial expressions 😜

#supsurf #supsurfing #paddleboarding #beginnersurfer #learntosurf #standuppaddleboarding

Learning to SUP Surf? Me too! Learn with me as I share my fave tips that are helping me learn how to catch waves on my paddleboard.

After a recent sup surf trip over to the west coast of New Zealand with my awesome @moananzsup sup surfboard, I’ve put together the most useful advice that’s helping me progress, as it can frustrating as hell.

The last pic is by far the best tip I have, as this gave me my AHA moment when things started to click. I’ve got a long way to go, I’ve made a lot of mistakes but I’m loving the journey!

If you have any more tips, I would love to hear them in the comments below and put them into practice on my next surf! 🏄‍♀️

P.S. Hope you enjoy the facial expressions 😜

#supsurf #supsurfing #paddleboarding #beginnersurfer #learntosurf #standuppaddleboarding

The sound a pod of 70 dolphins makes as they head towards you will stay with me forever.

The most special of moments when this pod came to say hello, curiously playing with my paddle board, staying with me for an hour.

With just me there alone on the water, it felt like a dream, but it really did happen 🤩

(Always let wildlife come to you, never chase or disturb) #paddleboarding #kaikoura #sup #dolphins #newzealand

The sound a pod of 70 dolphins makes as they head towards you will stay with me forever.

The most special of moments when this pod came to say hello, curiously playing with my paddle board, staying with me for an hour.

With just me there alone on the water, it felt like a dream, but it really did happen �🤩

(Always let wildlife come to you, never chase or disturb) #paddleboarding #kaikoura #sup #dolphins #newzealand

Would you carry your paddleboard this far just to paddle through a spectacular gorge? 🙋‍♀️ Same!

This is the stunning Pororari River Track on the West Coast of New Zealand. A 5km hike with my inflatable SUP in tow — walking through lush native forest in the Paparoa National Park before padding out through this incredible limestone gorge.

📍Pororari River // Paparoa National Park
📝 Full blog post on this adventure live on my website 🙌

This beauty of a trail was the perfect practice run for a bigger SUP hike mission coming soon… 🏕️ Can’t wait to share that one with you!

#adventurenz #paddleboarding #adventureawaits #pororaririver #westcoastnz #newzealand

Would you carry your paddleboard this far just to paddle through a spectacular gorge? 🙋‍♀️ Same!

This is the stunning Pororari River Track on the West Coast of New Zealand. A 5km hike with my inflatable SUP in tow — walking through lush native forest in the Paparoa National Park before padding out through this incredible limestone gorge.

📍Pororari River // Paparoa National Park
📝 Full blog post on this adventure live on my website 🙌

This beauty of a trail was the perfect practice run for a bigger SUP hike mission coming soon… 🏕️ Can’t wait to share that one with you!

#adventurenz #paddleboarding #adventureawaits #pororaririver #westcoastnz #newzealand

I parked up Ken 🚐 at a campsite recently and paid the fee — set the same for one or two people at a flat pitch rate. Again. And it got me thinking…

I love being single and solo camping and adventuring, but god it’s hard on the old bank balance sometimes to not have someone to share the costs with.

Yes the outdoors is free, but gear and travel and accommodation is not, and being single (or just solo adventuring) can cost you more.

Swipe through for a little real talk from my 1 person tent, on the $€£ realities — AND all the reasons why I wouldn’t change it for the world … even if it costs a bit more 💛

What did I miss? Drop your thoughts in the comments below 👇 #soloadventure #singlelife #solotraveller #outdoorsisfree #adventureisoutthere

I parked up Ken 🚐 at a campsite recently and paid the fee — set the same for one or two people at a flat pitch rate. Again. And it got me thinking…

I love being single and solo camping and adventuring, but god it’s hard on the old bank balance sometimes to not have someone to share the costs with.

Yes the outdoors is free, but gear and travel and accommodation is not, and being single (or just solo adventuring) can cost you more.

Swipe through for a little real talk from my 1 person tent, on the $€£ realities — AND all the reasons why I wouldn’t change it for the world … even if it costs a bit more 💛

What did I miss? Drop your thoughts in the comments below 👇 #soloadventure #singlelife #solotraveller #outdoorsisfree #adventureisoutthere

📍 Mt Owen, 1875m, Kahurangi National Park.

This hike gets your heart pumping, your legs burning, your lungs working, and your jaw dropping.

Mt Owen is no stroll in the park — it’s a rocky, rugged, totally unreal mission up the highest peak in the Kahurangi, New Zealand.

Expect marble karst, NZs longest cave system, big crevasses and caves and spectacular views!

This one is one to be super careful on, needing strong map reading skills and a good weather window.

Check out more about the route on our Location of the Week blog ⤵️

Have you been up here yet?

#mtowen #kahurangi #lordoftherings #lotr #newzealand #nzhikes #trampingnz

📍 Mt Owen, 1875m, Kahurangi National Park.

This hike gets your heart pumping, your legs burning, your lungs working, and your jaw dropping.

Mt Owen is no stroll in the park — it’s a rocky, rugged, totally unreal mission up the highest peak in the Kahurangi, New Zealand.

Expect marble karst, NZs longest cave system, big crevasses and caves and spectacular views!

This one is one to be super careful on, needing strong map reading skills and a good weather window.

Check out more about the route on our Location of the Week blog ⤵️

Have you been up here yet?

#mtowen #kahurangi #lordoftherings #lotr #newzealand #nzhikes #trampingnz

🐬 Paddleboarding on my own when these playful dolphins swim over and nature puts on its own incredible show right in front of you… 🤩

Moments like these are just one of the most memorable reasons why I love to paddle 🫶 #dolphins #kaikoura #newzealand #paddleboarding #dolphinshow

🐬 Paddleboarding on my own when these playful dolphins swim over and nature puts on its own incredible show right in front of you… 🤩

Moments like these are just one of the most memorable reasons why I love to paddle 🫶 #dolphins #kaikoura #newzealand #paddleboarding #dolphinshow

👋 Meet Ken… but he’s not just Ken.

A custom build by the legends at @forgottenislandscampers, join my tour for a peek at some of my fave features:

🚐 Small van but yes… a normal sized double bed and so much space!
🚐 Heaps of storage for all the adventure gear and my @redequipment paddleboard
🚐 Pull-out cooker and the awning has me covered for rainy cook-ups
🚐 Thick curtains + cosy wall vibes = snug AF
🚐 Tiles that pop (how jazzy)
🚐 Solar panel, USB charging + inverter for off grid adventures
🚐 Big @brassmonkeyice fridge for big roadies!

And did I say how storage it had?! 😜 Small but mighty and packed with everything I need for paddle missions, exploring and cosy nights on the road.

From tradie van to adventure wagon, thanks team for an epic van built for New Zealand life 💜

#explorenewzealand #vanlifenz #quirkycampers #vanbuild #vanconversions

👋 Meet Ken… but he’s not just Ken.

A custom build by the legends at @forgottenislandscampers, join my tour for a peek at some of my fave features:

🚐 Small van but yes… a normal sized double bed and so much space!
🚐 Heaps of storage for all the adventure gear and my @redequipment paddleboard
🚐 Pull-out cooker and the awning has me covered for rainy cook-ups
🚐 Thick curtains + cosy wall vibes = snug AF
🚐 Tiles that pop (how jazzy)
🚐 Solar panel, USB charging + inverter for off grid adventures
🚐 Big @brassmonkeyice fridge for big roadies!

And did I say how storage it had?! 😜 Small but mighty and packed with everything I need for paddle missions, exploring and cosy nights on the road.

From tradie van to adventure wagon, thanks team for an epic van built for New Zealand life 💜

#explorenewzealand #vanlifenz #quirkycampers #vanbuild #vanconversions

Paddling the length of the Abel Tasman National Park by paddleboard 🙌

Tata Beach > Anapai Campsite
Anapai Campsite > Mosquito Bay
Mosquito Bay > Marahau
with little detours to @awaroalodge, Shag Harbour, Falls River, Frenchman’s Lagoon

👉 Keen to try it on your SUP? Read more about this trip on my blog, link in bio 🫶

#newzealand #paddleboarding #nelsontasman #redpaddleco #southisland #abeltasman

Paddling the length of the Abel Tasman National Park by paddleboard 🙌

Tata Beach > Anapai Campsite
Anapai Campsite > Mosquito Bay
Mosquito Bay > Marahau
with little detours to @awaroalodge, Shag Harbour, Falls River, Frenchman’s Lagoon

👉 Keen to try it on your SUP? Read more about this trip on my blog, link in bio 🫶

#newzealand #paddleboarding #nelsontasman #redpaddleco #southisland #abeltasman

Here’s what I learnt moving to New Zealand on a working holiday visa aged 36…. ⬇️

⭐️ Follow your purpose for moving.

It’s easy to lose sight of the why with so many unknowns in front of you. Whether it’s for the lifestyle, the beaches, the wildlife, the travel… let your “why” guide you

⭐️ Choose how you want to show up.

No one knows you when you start somewhere new. There are no expectations from friends, family or colleagues on your social life, your behaviour, how you “should” show up, so stay true to you and who you want to be

⭐️ Say yes to things that push you.

It can be scary to be in a new country, learn how things work, scale New Zealand’s mountains and make new friends. Be bold, do things on your own and watch the magic unfold.

It can be better than you could ever imagine. 💛

#newzealand #workingholidayvisa #southisland #whv #whvnz

Here’s what I learnt moving to New Zealand on a working holiday visa aged 36…. ⬇️

⭐️ Follow your purpose for moving.

It’s easy to lose sight of the why with so many unknowns in front of you. Whether it’s for the lifestyle, the beaches, the wildlife, the travel… let your “why” guide you

⭐️ Choose how you want to show up.

No one knows you when you start somewhere new. There are no expectations from friends, family or colleagues on your social life, your behaviour, how you “should” show up, so stay true to you and who you want to be

⭐️ Say yes to things that push you.

It can be scary to be in a new country, learn how things work, scale New Zealand’s mountains and make new friends. Be bold, do things on your own and watch the magic unfold.

It can be better than you could ever imagine. 💛

#newzealand #workingholidayvisa #southisland #whv #whvnz

Girls don’t paddle for the bikini shots 📸

We paddle for the joy, the freedom, the fun, the friendships, the expeditions, the scenery, the wildlife, the waves, the thrills, the nature, the connections, the competitions, the exercise, the challenge, the soul. 💪

We paddle for the adventures. 🫶

#paddleboarding #girlswhoexplore #girlsthatwander #paddle #supgirl

Girls don’t paddle for the bikini shots 📸

We paddle for the joy, the freedom, the fun, the friendships, the expeditions, the scenery, the wildlife, the waves, the thrills, the nature, the connections, the competitions, the exercise, the challenge, the soul. 💪

We paddle for the adventures. 🫶

#paddleboarding #girlswhoexplore #girlsthatwander #paddle #supgirl

👋 Hey, I’m Jo.

Thought it was about time to do a little intro…

🩵 My journey with paddleboarding
🩵 Why I love paddleboarding
🩵 How it took me to where I am today
🩵 Some truths about living right now
🩵 5 things that sing true

Thanks for reading and being a part of the journey xx

#paddleboarding #standuppaddleboarding #newzealand #paddlecabin #paddlelife #whvnz

👋 Hey, I’m Jo.

Thought it was about time to do a little intro…

🩵 My journey with paddleboarding
🩵 Why I love paddleboarding
🩵 How it took me to where I am today
🩵 Some truths about living right now
🩵 5 things that sing true

Thanks for reading and being a part of the journey xx

#paddleboarding #standuppaddleboarding #newzealand #paddlecabin #paddlelife #whvnz

🏄‍♀️ Paddleboarding with stingrays!

🌊 When the water is this clear, you can see who is chilling underneath you.

📍 Elaines Bay, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand #stingray #stingrays #paddleboard #paddleboarding #newzealand

🏄‍♀️ Paddleboarding with stingrays!

🌊 When the water is this clear, you can see who is chilling underneath you.

📍 Elaines Bay, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand #stingray #stingrays #paddleboard #paddleboarding #newzealand

🐬 Dolphins love a surf 🏄‍♀️

Paddleboarding with dolphins, taking it in turns to draft underneath my @redequipment paddle board.

The faster I go, the more come to play! 🤩 #dolphins #dolphinsofinstagram #paddleboard #paddleboarding #drafting

🐬 Dolphins love a surf 🏄‍♀️

Paddleboarding with dolphins, taking it in turns to draft underneath my @redequipment paddle board.

The faster I go, the more come to play! 🤩 #dolphins #dolphinsofinstagram #paddleboard #paddleboarding #drafting

Hiking with your SUP… this is what I learnt ⬇️

⛺️ With so many incredible lakes out there, it’s too tempting not to paddle, even when they’re hard to reach 😉

I’d been thinking about hiking up to paddleboard and camp on these alpine lakes in the Kahurangi National Park and it was time to just do it!

If you’re thinking of trying a hike and SUP like this solo, here’s my learnings from my first one!

⭐️ Don’t underestimate how much harder it is to hike with a significantly heavier pack (from 10kg to 22kg) and 💯 take hiking poles to help!

⭐️ Don’t care what other people think.
I felt a little nervous about passing people who might think I was completely bonkers & I’m pretty sure they did, but who blooming well cares!

⭐️ Lighten your pack as much as you can and test out the bag and paddleboard combination at home first to make sure it’s practical and comfortable

⭐️ Pick an easy wide smooth trail for your first one that’s not too long or steep and easy underfoot

⭐️ Don’t plan to do too much.
This trip is all about the journey so take the pressure off and just focus on getting to camp, giving yourself time to relax and jump on and off the water when you want

⭐️ Make it easy for yourself and leave an overnight kit at one spot to keep exploring with a lighter pack when you can!

⭐️ Lastly, the beauty of camping by lakes with your board is picking the best time to paddle so say hello to sunrise and sunset paddles 👋

If you’ve got any helpful hacks and tips for adventuring like this… I would love to hear them!

#supadventure #supexpedition #type2fun #solohiking #soloadventure #paddleboarding #paddleboard

Hiking with your SUP… this is what I learnt ⬇️

⛺️ With so many incredible lakes out there, it’s too tempting not to paddle, even when they’re hard to reach 😉

I’d been thinking about hiking up to paddleboard and camp on these alpine lakes in the Kahurangi National Park and it was time to just do it!

If you’re thinking of trying a hike and SUP like this solo, here’s my learnings from my first one!

⭐️ Don’t underestimate how much harder it is to hike with a significantly heavier pack (from 10kg to 22kg) and 💯 take hiking poles to help!

⭐️ Don’t care what other people think.
I felt a little nervous about passing people who might think I was completely bonkers & I’m pretty sure they did, but who blooming well cares!

⭐️ Lighten your pack as much as you can and test out the bag and paddleboard combination at home first to make sure it’s practical and comfortable

⭐️ Pick an easy wide smooth trail for your first one that’s not too long or steep and easy underfoot

⭐️ Don’t plan to do too much.
This trip is all about the journey so take the pressure off and just focus on getting to camp, giving yourself time to relax and jump on and off the water when you want

⭐️ Make it easy for yourself and leave an overnight kit at one spot to keep exploring with a lighter pack when you can!

⭐️ Lastly, the beauty of camping by lakes with your board is picking the best time to paddle so say hello to sunrise and sunset paddles 👋

If you’ve got any helpful hacks and tips for adventuring like this… I would love to hear them!

#supadventure #supexpedition #type2fun #solohiking #soloadventure #paddleboarding #paddleboard

📍Here’s why Nelson Lakes needs to be on your New Zealand list

⭐️ Epic day and multi day hiking trails through incredible mountains
⭐️ Picturesque paddles on Lake Rotoiti and Lake Rotoroa
⭐️ Tarns everywhere for stunning camping spots
⭐️ Hidden waterfalls and the clearest lake in the world
⭐️ Chilled lake vibes to relax and enjoy the view

Save this for your next adventure 👌

⬇️ Link to Lake Rotoiti paddle below…

#lakerotoiti #nelsonlakes #newzealandfinds #bluelake #realnz

📍Here’s why Nelson Lakes needs to be on your New Zealand list

⭐️ Epic day and multi day hiking trails through incredible mountains
⭐️ Picturesque paddles on Lake Rotoiti and Lake Rotoroa
⭐️ Tarns everywhere for stunning camping spots
⭐️ Hidden waterfalls and the clearest lake in the world
⭐️ Chilled lake vibes to relax and enjoy the view

Save this for your next adventure 👌

⬇️ Link to Lake Rotoiti paddle below…

#lakerotoiti #nelsonlakes #newzealandfinds #bluelake #realnz

Coming together to help the whales 🐳

Seeing majestic and graceful whales become stranded and vulnerable… it’s heartbreaking. 💔

Incredible rescue efforts from @docgovtnz, @projectjonahnz and hundreds of volunteers who rallied together to respond from sunrise to sunset up at Farewell Spit, New Zealand. First up was a pod of 30 pilot whales, then another 11.

From keeping whales as wet and cool as possible at low tide to helping refloat them out to sea, keeping them upright and guiding them to deeper waters, our role as volunteers is essential to give these whales the best possible chance.

From my own experience on this stranding, helping with the rescue efforts is beautiful, emotional, bonding, physically exhausting and powerful.

When they don’t swim free, setting up distressed whales to restrand is pretty heart breaking. But you’re full of hope for the next attempt and luckily these two ended in a success refloat each on their third day. 🤞

Thanks to the incredible work of everyone involved who never gave up. 🙏

👋How you can help?

Project Jonah is on the front line. A very small and passionate team train volunteers to respond, they support DOC rescue efforts, and they work tirelessly to protect New Zealand’s whales and dolphins. But they can’t do it alone.

Every donation—no matter how small—helps provide rescue equipment, fund response efforts, and volunteer training to give marine mammals the best chance of survival.

If this video touches your heart, you can donate to Project Jonah or become a volunteer too. 🫶

🔗 www.projectjonah.org.nz

#ProjectJonah #marinemammals #savethewhales #farewellspit #newzealand #pilotwhales #whalesofinstagram

Coming together to help the whales 🐳

Seeing majestic and graceful whales become stranded and vulnerable… it’s heartbreaking. 💔

Incredible rescue efforts from @docgovtnz, @projectjonahnz and hundreds of volunteers who rallied together to respond from sunrise to sunset up at Farewell Spit, New Zealand. First up was a pod of 30 pilot whales, then another 11.

From keeping whales as wet and cool as possible at low tide to helping refloat them out to sea, keeping them upright and guiding them to deeper waters, our role as volunteers is essential to give these whales the best possible chance.

From my own experience on this stranding, helping with the rescue efforts is beautiful, emotional, bonding, physically exhausting and powerful.

When they don’t swim free, setting up distressed whales to restrand is pretty heart breaking. But you’re full of hope for the next attempt and luckily these two ended in a success refloat each on their third day. 🤞

Thanks to the incredible work of everyone involved who never gave up. 🙏

👋How you can help?

Project Jonah is on the front line. A very small and passionate team train volunteers to respond, they support DOC rescue efforts, and they work tirelessly to protect New Zealand’s whales and dolphins. But they can’t do it alone.

Every donation—no matter how small—helps provide rescue equipment, fund response efforts, and volunteer training to give marine mammals the best chance of survival.

If this video touches your heart, you can donate to Project Jonah or become a volunteer too. 🫶

🔗 www.projectjonah.org.nz

#ProjectJonah #marinemammals #savethewhales #farewellspit #newzealand #pilotwhales #whalesofinstagram

Recognise it from the Hobbit films? 🎥

This hidden gem between Nelson & Marlborough is the ultimate adventure spot! 🌿

🏞️ Paddle, swim, and hike your way through the stunning Pelorus River, plus there’s the epic campsite right by the water!

It’s one to add to the must-visit list!! 👀👇

#pelorous #thehobbit #nelsontasman #marlborough #newzealand #nzmustsee

Recognise it from the Hobbit films? 🎥

This hidden gem between Nelson & Marlborough is the ultimate adventure spot! 🌿

🏞️ Paddle, swim, and hike your way through the stunning Pelorus River, plus there’s the epic campsite right by the water!

It’s one to add to the must-visit list!! 👀👇

#pelorous #thehobbit #nelsontasman #marlborough #newzealand #nzmustsee

🧗‍♂️ Takaka Hill Via Ferrata

If you haven’t tackled NZ’s first-ever free Via Ferrata yet, you’re missing out! A 1km-long route, epic rock faces, a wire bridge, overhangs, and stunning views…

⚡ No climbing experience? No worries! It’s designed for all levels, with gear hire just $8 at @ngarua.caves (or buy your own from us!).

🌿 Just 1 hour from Nelson
⏳ 1–2 hrs round trip
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Recommended for 12+ but open to all
🚪 Multiple exit points if you change your mind

Huge shoutout to Golden Bay’s climbing community & Via Ferrata Aotearoa for bringing this epic experience to life! 🎉

Who’s up for the climb? Tag your adventure crew! ⛰️👇 #viaferrata #nelsontasman #climbnz #goldenbay #newzealand #mustdonz

🧗‍♂️ Takaka Hill Via Ferrata

If you haven’t tackled NZ’s first-ever free Via Ferrata yet, you’re missing out! A 1km-long route, epic rock faces, a wire bridge, overhangs, and stunning views…

⚡ No climbing experience? No worries! It’s designed for all levels, with gear hire just $8 at @ngarua.caves (or buy your own from us!).

🌿 Just 1 hour from Nelson
⏳ 1–2 hrs round trip
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Recommended for 12+ but open to all
🚪 Multiple exit points if you change your mind

Huge shoutout to Golden Bay’s climbing community & Via Ferrata Aotearoa for bringing this epic experience to life! 🎉

Who’s up for the climb? Tag your adventure crew! ⛰️👇 #viaferrata #nelsontasman #climbnz #goldenbay #newzealand #mustdonz

🎥 Video: @barekiwi

So humbled to be part of the @projectjonahnz rescue team helping refloat this pod of stranded pilot whales last week.

Farewell Spit is breathtaking, but it’s also known for its heartbreaking whale strandings in New Zealand too.

Helping these beautiful creatures return to the ocean was incredibly moving. But it’s also tiring, a lot of hard work and it’s not always successful. Sometimes restrandings of the same pod can happen day after day.

It was a powerful reminder of the dedication and teamwork it takes to protect our marine life. Big respect to @projectjonahnz, @docgovtnz and every volunteer who pours their heart into protecting our whales, dolphins and more. 💙

🐋 You can help by donating to help protect and rescue marine mammals, report strandings or become a trained volunteer with @projectjonahnz

#whalestranding #whale #pilotwhale #newzealand #marinemammals #marineconservation #projectjonah #goldenbay #farewellspit

🎥 Video: @barekiwi

So humbled to be part of the @projectjonahnz rescue team helping refloat this pod of stranded pilot whales last week.

Farewell Spit is breathtaking, but it’s also known for its heartbreaking whale strandings in New Zealand too.

Helping these beautiful creatures return to the ocean was incredibly moving. But it’s also tiring, a lot of hard work and it’s not always successful. Sometimes restrandings of the same pod can happen day after day.

It was a powerful reminder of the dedication and teamwork it takes to protect our marine life. Big respect to @projectjonahnz, @docgovtnz and every volunteer who pours their heart into protecting our whales, dolphins and more. 💙

🐋 You can help by donating to help protect and rescue marine mammals, report strandings or become a trained volunteer with @projectjonahnz

#whalestranding #whale #pilotwhale #newzealand #marinemammals #marineconservation #projectjonah #goldenbay #farewellspit

🙋‍♀️Guilty as charged.

Paddle boarding = more than just a pootle around the bay.

It opens up a whole world of adventure.

Whose with me? #supadventure #paddleboarding #standuppaddleboard #paddling

🙋‍♀️Guilty as charged.

Paddle boarding = more than just a pootle around the bay.

It opens up a whole world of adventure.

Whose with me? #supadventure #paddleboarding #standuppaddleboard #paddling

Switching SUP paddles for waka ama paddles for our first wahine social paddle of the summer. ☀️

The love, pride and respect for waka and the ocean is something special here in New Zealand. And it’s so cool to learn about its culture and story.

Loved working together as a team with each other and the moana. Big thanks to Glen for showing us the ropes. We’ve got a long way to go, to find our seats, work on our technique and timing, but it’s all about the fun and shared love for the moana along the way 💛

Hoe! (Meaning paddle in Māori)

Can’t wait for the next one 🙌 #waka #wakaama #nelsontasman #outrigger #newzealand #wahine

Switching SUP paddles for waka ama paddles for our first wahine social paddle of the summer. ☀️

The love, pride and respect for waka and the ocean is something special here in New Zealand. And it’s so cool to learn about its culture and story.

Loved working together as a team with each other and the moana. Big thanks to Glen for showing us the ropes. We’ve got a long way to go, to find our seats, work on our technique and timing, but it’s all about the fun and shared love for the moana along the way 💛

Hoe! (Meaning paddle in Māori)

Can’t wait for the next one 🙌 #waka #wakaama #nelsontasman #outrigger #newzealand #wahine

➡️ Life can be hectic. Life can be stressful.

Save this as a gentle reminder to slow down and get out on the water. Paddle boarding can…

🩵 Wash away stress
🩵 Increase seretonin, boosting our mood
🩵 Help us be more present and grounded
🩵 Make us feel at peace
🩵 Increase creativity and productivity
🩵 Benefit us from physical activity
🩵 Build more meaningful connections

👇 Which one resonates most with you? Share in the comments

📸 Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand

#headstand #headstandpractice #paddleboardyoga #yogaposes #supyoga #paddleboarding #bluetherapy

➡️ Life can be hectic. Life can be stressful.

Save this as a gentle reminder to slow down and get out on the water. Paddle boarding can…

🩵 Wash away stress
🩵 Increase seretonin, boosting our mood
🩵 Help us be more present and grounded
🩵 Make us feel at peace
🩵 Increase creativity and productivity
🩵 Benefit us from physical activity
🩵 Build more meaningful connections

👇 Which one resonates most with you? Share in the comments

📸 Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand

#headstand #headstandpractice #paddleboardyoga #yogaposes #supyoga #paddleboarding #bluetherapy

🫶For anyone that needs to hear this today…

💜 Listen to that feeling deep within and to your hearts wisdom.

Up until a year ago, I was still struggling with heart break and sadness. I had picked myself back up, worked hard on myself, had so many amazing moments, experiences, things and people to be grateful for, and proud of. And on the surface, I was ok, but deep down, I still didn’t feel quite like me. Kent wasn’t where I was meant to be.

I knew I needed to make a big change to get my sparkle back. I knew New Zealand was for me, my heart was desperate for this adventure. I leaned in, sold my business, my home, my belongings, gave away my dog (😭) and turned up with no plan, knowing no one.

And my first year living here has been more beautiful than I could ever have imagined.

So be brave, listen to your heart, and start your next chapter, whatever that looks like for you. It’s going to be even better than you could possibly know. ❤️ Thanks for reading xx

#listentoyourheart #newzealand #therapy #onelife #inspiration

🫶For anyone that needs to hear this today…

💜 Listen to that feeling deep within and to your hearts wisdom.

Up until a year ago, I was still struggling with heart break and sadness. I had picked myself back up, worked hard on myself, had so many amazing moments, experiences, things and people to be grateful for, and proud of. And on the surface, I was ok, but deep down, I still didn’t feel quite like me. Kent wasn’t where I was meant to be.

I knew I needed to make a big change to get my sparkle back. I knew New Zealand was for me, my heart was desperate for this adventure. I leaned in, sold my business, my home, my belongings, gave away my dog (😭) and turned up with no plan, knowing no one.

And my first year living here has been more beautiful than I could ever have imagined.

So be brave, listen to your heart, and start your next chapter, whatever that looks like for you. It’s going to be even better than you could possibly know. ❤️ Thanks for reading xx

#listentoyourheart #newzealand #therapy #onelife #inspiration

One of the best things about paddle boarding?

Sharing the water with nature and experiencing those magic moments when you feel truly in awe, that you’ll never forget 🌊🐬

💚 Curious seals who won’t leave my board and paddle alone

🩵 Playful dolphins who take it in turns to glide under my board the faster I paddle

🩶 Huge graceful rays who glide below the paddle board

🩷 Sperm whales cruising in the bay around me

Every paddle brings a new adventure, and whether you share it with seagulls and ducks or whales and flamingos, there’s nothing like catching a glimpse of amazing animals in their natural habitat. 🦭✨

👌Of course, always let animals approach you, and never the other way round. Give them space and don’t linger, disturb or distress them.

#paddleboarding #standuppaddle #dolphins #seals #wildlifephotography #newzealandwildlife

One of the best things about paddle boarding?

Sharing the water with nature and experiencing those magic moments when you feel truly in awe, that you’ll never forget 🌊🐬

💚 Curious seals who won’t leave my board and paddle alone

🩵 Playful dolphins who take it in turns to glide under my board the faster I paddle

🩶 Huge graceful rays who glide below the paddle board

🩷 Sperm whales cruising in the bay around me

Every paddle brings a new adventure, and whether you share it with seagulls and ducks or whales and flamingos, there’s nothing like catching a glimpse of amazing animals in their natural habitat. 🦭✨

👌Of course, always let animals approach you, and never the other way round. Give them space and don’t linger, disturb or distress them.

#paddleboarding #standuppaddle #dolphins #seals #wildlifephotography #newzealandwildlife

⏰ This is your sign to get out there and do it. Set your alarm, grab your paddle board and jump on the water.

🌅 Later, life takes over, later the wind picks up, later you run out of time. It can be easy to make excuses and but never underestimate the power of blue therapy.

🤗 Don’t let life go by without taking a little time out of your day for you, to fill your cup, relax, soak up those perfect moments… just you and the world around you.

📸 Elaine’s Bay, Marlborough Sounds, NZ

#paddleboarding #sunrisephotography #sunrisesup #newzealand

⏰ This is your sign to get out there and do it. Set your alarm, grab your paddle board and jump on the water.

🌅 Later, life takes over, later the wind picks up, later you run out of time. It can be easy to make excuses and but never underestimate the power of blue therapy.

🤗 Don’t let life go by without taking a little time out of your day for you, to fill your cup, relax, soak up those perfect moments… just you and the world around you.

📸 Elaine’s Bay, Marlborough Sounds, NZ

#paddleboarding #sunrisephotography #sunrisesup #newzealand

The days I used to moan about a 100m walk with my paddleboard to the launch point are over 🤣

What epic spots have you hiked your SUP out too?

📸 Lake Sylvester and Lake Iron, New Zealand

#paddleboarding #adventuretime #standuppaddle #hiking #type2fun

The days I used to moan about a 100m walk with my paddleboard to the launch point are over 🤣

What epic spots have you hiked your SUP out too?

📸 Lake Sylvester and Lake Iron, New Zealand

#paddleboarding #adventuretime #standuppaddle #hiking #type2fun

🐬 Send this to your paddle buddy and start planning THAT paddle boarding trip to the ocean 🌊

#paddleboarding #standuppaddle #paddle #newzealand #dolphins #bucketlist

🐬 Send this to your paddle buddy and start planning THAT paddle boarding trip to the ocean 🌊

#paddleboarding #standuppaddle #paddle #newzealand #dolphins #bucketlist

24/7 hiking has got the 8+8+8 rule pretty much covered then hey, do you agree? 🥾 😅 ⛺️ 🙋‍♀️

#hiking #hikinglife #lifegoals #outdooradventures #outdoorliving

24/7 hiking has got the 8+8+8 rule pretty much covered then hey, do you agree? 🥾 😅 ⛺️ 🙋‍♀️

#hiking #hikinglife #lifegoals #outdooradventures #outdoorliving

🦭 Paddleboarding with seals in New Zealand 🫶

That feeling when you are alone with nature is a very special one. What wildlife have you met on your paddleboard? Comment below 👇

#paddleboarding #paddle #sup #standuppaddle #seals #animals

🦭 Paddleboarding with seals in New Zealand 🫶

That feeling when you are alone with nature is a very special one. What wildlife have you met on your paddleboard? Comment below 👇

#paddleboarding #paddle #sup #standuppaddle #seals #animals

Finding new spots by SUP to jump from 😜

And it’s called the washing machine for a reason…. 🌊

(PS. Always plan with the tides, water levels, gain local knowledge, kit up and bring safety gear) 💛

#coasteering #jump #paddleadventures #wainui #akaroa #akaroanz #redpaddleco #paddleboarding

Finding new spots by SUP to jump from 😜

And it’s called the washing machine for a reason…. 🌊

(PS. Always plan with the tides, water levels, gain local knowledge, kit up and bring safety gear) 💛

#coasteering #jump #paddleadventures #wainui #akaroa #akaroanz #redpaddleco #paddleboarding

🏔️ SPRING CHALLENGE 🥳

Still buzzing from our adventure race with a thousand other awesome women racing across Nelson Tasman.

By raft, bike, foot, bike and foot again, we saw 75km of our incredible region.

Congrats to all amazing wahine for the best day - big smiles, loud cheers and helping everyone along the way - that’s what it’s all about! 🎉

Here’s to the next one :) #newzealand #springchallenge #merrell #merrellnz #adventurerace #womensadventure #nelsontasmannz

🏔️ SPRING CHALLENGE 🥳

Still buzzing from our adventure race with a thousand other awesome women racing across Nelson Tasman.

By raft, bike, foot, bike and foot again, we saw 75km of our incredible region.

Congrats to all amazing wahine for the best day - big smiles, loud cheers and helping everyone along the way - that’s what it’s all about! 🎉

Here’s to the next one :) #newzealand #springchallenge #merrell #merrellnz #adventurerace #womensadventure #nelsontasmannz

🙋‍♀️ What does adventure give you?

👇Comment below and share what it means to you 😊

#adventure #adventuretherapy #newzealand #pushyourself #getoutside #adventurelife

🙋‍♀️ What does adventure give you?

👇Comment below and share what it means to you 😊

#adventure #adventuretherapy #newzealand #pushyourself #getoutside #adventurelife

Sorry I’m busy, babysitting the pups again 😜

This little hidden inlet in the Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand is something special. You can only access here with a SUP, kayak, small boat (or kayaking tour) on the high tide, and it’s the perfect spot for baby seals and rays to bask in the sun and sheltered water 👌

Seals are super curious and playful ones but they are also wild and a protected species. As always, never approach or pester wildlife or feed them, and only let them come to you. 💛

#abeltasman #abeltasmannationalpark #babyseal #explorenz #paddleboarding #supnz #redpaddleco

Sorry I’m busy, babysitting the pups again 😜

This little hidden inlet in the Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand is something special. You can only access here with a SUP, kayak, small boat (or kayaking tour) on the high tide, and it’s the perfect spot for baby seals and rays to bask in the sun and sheltered water 👌

Seals are super curious and playful ones but they are also wild and a protected species. As always, never approach or pester wildlife or feed them, and only let them come to you. 💛

#abeltasman #abeltasmannationalpark #babyseal #explorenz #paddleboarding #supnz #redpaddleco

📍 Lake Angelus, Nelson Lakes National Park

Another girls trip out one of our fave spots just outside of Nelson.

We made it to Angelus hut and the next morning, got up early and hit the snow to get up to one of the nearby peaks for sunrise, icy snow conditions, bluebird skies and an epic view over the the national park, Lake Rotoiti, Lake Rotorua and miles miles more.

We risked it for a biscuit and walked back over the frozen lake 😅

So awesome to have time to put some of our @nzsnowsafetyinstitute mountaineering skills into practice 💛 #mountaineeringlife #mountaineering #angelus #nelsonlakesnationalpark #girlswhohike #hikingadventures #nz #newzealandlife

📍 Lake Angelus, Nelson Lakes National Park

Another girls trip out one of our fave spots just outside of Nelson.

We made it to Angelus hut and the next morning, got up early and hit the snow to get up to one of the nearby peaks for sunrise, icy snow conditions, bluebird skies and an epic view over the the national park, Lake Rotoiti, Lake Rotorua and miles miles more.

We risked it for a biscuit and walked back over the frozen lake 😅

So awesome to have time to put some of our @nzsnowsafetyinstitute mountaineering skills into practice 💛 #mountaineeringlife #mountaineering #angelus #nelsonlakesnationalpark #girlswhohike #hikingadventures #nz #newzealandlife

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