Pacific Trip Leader

Andrea Ziolkowski

Andrea's love of travel and adventure began at the age of six when her family left New York to live in northern Chile. Since returning to the US and settling in Colorado, she has pursued her passion for exploring the world, and fell in love with Tasmania on a trip there in 2017. She has made the island her home since retiring from a medical career in 2019, living in a house with one of the most stunning views imaginable and enjoying hiking, kayaking, cycling, cooking, and reading. Andrea never tires of exploring Tasmania's incredible and varied natural beauty, culture, and recreational and culinary delights and is always eager to share these with visitors from near and far.

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Upcoming Trips with Andrea

Wild Tasmania

Dec 5 - 15, 2025

Nov 6 - 16, 2026

Dec 4 - 14, 2026

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Client Testimonials

"Andrea did a great job of logistics behind the scenes and leading the less-strenuous hikes. She got along well with everyone and also worked hard every day to ensure that we were comfortable and happy."

Beth D.

Centennial, CO

"Andrea was a wonderful guide with all the personal qualities and organizational skills needed on a trip of this nature."

Jane R.

Andover, MA

"Andrea was a delight. She was knowledgeable, efficient, organized, just a pleasure to be around. She interacted with all trip participants on a very personal level."

Judy D.

Berkeley, CA

"Andrea's knowledge about Tasmania is amazing! She is very detail oriented and helped to make sure the trip went off perfectly, planning each detail out perfectly."

Liz K.

Portland, ME

"Andrea was a great guide who enjoyed her interactions with guests and was an absolute 'wiz' at organization. She is kind, thoughtful, and interesting, as well as enthusiastic about sharing information on Tasmania. She joyfully made sure we all finished the hike and was a fabulous all around leader."

Martha C.

Marquette, MI

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