Pacific Trip Leader

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.

Client Testimonials

"As a NZ native with deep generational roots in this beautiful country, Lisa's knowledge of NZ history, Maori heritage, the natural environment, and forestry/plant life is deep and wide. I learned so much about the country and the culture from her."

Deborah W.

Sarasota, FL

"Lisa is a delightful guide, readily available to help and impart her NZ wisdom to make our trip all we hoped for. She worked diligently with making sure all went smoothly and to keep us safe on our journey. Her love of NZ was contagious and she opened our eyes to the wonders of its nature."

Gail D.

Redmond, WA

"Lisa has the biggest heart. Her ready smile, great stories and experiences and her caretaking nature made our trip all the better."

Jill W.

Gaston, OR

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