Lisa McIlroy

With over 30 years of experience skippering and exploring the ocean, Lisa has navigated thousands of miles across the Pacific and Tasman seas, guiding visitors to some of New Zealand's most remote and iconic locations. Her passion for guiding allows her to share and showcase her deep love for her homeland. A dedicated nature enthusiast, Lisa is committed to environmental conservation for future generations. When not guiding, you'll find her restoring native forests on her land, working on her off-grid project and food forest, hiking, sail racing, playing golf, creating nature-inspired art, or teaching yoga and senior movement classes in her community.