Travelling in comfort
since 2004

PureTrails fits so well with my rural Canterbury upbringing, passion for the outdoors and sharing our great backyard with like-minded people. My interests revolve around our wonderful family of three boys, golf, tennis, boating and flying. Jo and I can’t wait to create countless memorable experiences and show off our awesome landscapes.

Raised in the South Island high country, I feel connected to our unique landscape. I am a practising Sports Physiotherapist and beyond work, I love being with family and friends, and proud mum of 3 sons. I enjoy every adventure, golf, tennis, gardening, cooking and the arts. Dan and I are excited to share our beautiful landscapes with all of you.

I’m all about soaking up life’s simple joys and getting lost in nature’s beauty. Canterbury sunsets – they’re my daily dose of awe. When I’m not digging in the dirt or cuddling an animal and enjoying the outdoors, you’ll find me making priceless memories with my family and friends. Because for me, it’s those shared moments that truly make life shine.

I grew up in the Canterbury region and worked in the New Zealand Police for over 40 years. During my career, I was also heavily involved with Search and Rescue – a very rewarding, fitness-intensive job.

I now enjoy introducing our visitors to my favourite parts of NZ.

I’ve travelled extensively within NZ and abroad, and have just completed the Old Ghost Road (mountain bike trail) for the second time. I’m excited to have the opportunity to show off NZ and share my experiences, passion and love of the outdoors with others.

I’ve recently retired after 35 years with the New Zealand Police and Search and Rescue. I am a keen mountain biker and have completed many of the recognised rides in the South Island and Lower North Island over the last 20 years. I can’t wait to share these awesome trails with you all.

Over the years I have enjoyed exploring New Zealand and especially wilderness areas on foot, by bike and even on horseback. I have shared these experiences with my wife and two daughters as well as guiding school students. It will be my pleasure to share my passion for the outdoors with you. The amazing bike trails we have in our backyards are a pure pleasure to ride and are even more fun with good company!

After 30 rewarding years in the Recycling Industry, I embraced redundancy at 62 as an exciting opportunity to reimagine my lifestyle. It became clear that I wanted to spend more time experiencing the breathtaking outdoor beauty New Zealand offers. This shift has been incredibly fulfilling, and now I’m excited to share these amazing outdoor experiences with others, helping them connect with nature and all the adventures it has in store.

I ensure our fleet of bicycles and vehicles remain in tip-top shape for our tours, and I love it. In my spare time, I enjoy riding my bike in Christchurch’s bike parks, and dream of one day turning my shed at home into a man cave.