Top of the south adventures
Nelson Tasman
Get Out There
Nelson Tasman, New Zealand
SHARED EXPERIENCES
In this busy world take time to experience, learn and grow. We aim to deliver unique trips that will inspire, challenge and leave you energised for the next chapter.
The Top of the South of Aotearoa is a diverse playground. From the world renown mountain biking all around Nelson, beautiful sand beaches and turquiose waters of the Abel Tasman national park and over the mountainous Kahaurangi national park to the West Coast there is something for everybody.
Because we have three National Parks and sheltered waters surrounding Nelson you are never far from adventure and reduced transport times equals bigger smiles! Of course we are also never too far away from great coffee, local food, wines and craft beers. Life teaches us that great adventures go hand in hand with great replenishments!
There are all levels of biking adventures, from the sedate Great Taste Trail to white knuckle Grade 6 trails, half day to multi day options. Summer months bring sea breezes to Tasman Bay and sailing, kite surfing, wind surfing and paragliding are all available on the doorstep. Never done it before? Don’t worry we have professionals on hand to teach you and the companies we partner with adhere to the highest levels of safety and best practice.
Welcome to a new kind of adventure. We can arrange world class tuition and guiding to help you develop, learn new skills and move out of your comfort zone. We work with the boutique accommodation specialists to ensure your comfort post adventure is assured.
STUART WHITEHOUSE
Founder and Tour Director
Stuart previously worked as a round the world yacht skipper, giving guests unique experiences on the water. Stu also worked as an instructor at Outward Bound NZ and tutor at Nelson Maritime School. While he still works skippering and instructing on the water he is also a keen mountain biker, kite surfer, snow boarder/skiing and is currently heading into the mountains in training for the Coast to Coast Race in 2020.
Stu will ensure all the details of your adventure are catered for and it runs seamlessly. He looks forward to sharing this amazing area with you.
CHANTE WHITEHOUSE
Founder and Consultant
Chante worked with Stuart for 10 years across many oceans as first mate and chef (and of course the Admiral to the Captain)!
Chante as a chef also runs Nourish Catering, delivering nourishing goodness to adventurers and businesses around Nelson. She will ensure you stay nourished throughout your adventure and also have some great recommendations for local food and wines.
