About us​

Established in 1997​

Kahurangi Guided Walks was founded by John Croxford and for 18 years, John began the tradition of showing people the around the Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Parks. In 2015 John retired and Jenni Kingston and Thomas (Taj) Rabosky took over the business. Jenni became the sole proprietor from April 2018. The 2024/2025 season brings new changes with Jenni continuing to lead many of our trips and the quartet of John Gray, Mary Fingeroff, Bonnie Powers, and Tom Lake taking on managerial responsibilities.
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keeping it local and Sustainable

We only employ local guides, porters and drivers who intimately know this area which they all call home. Everyone brings their own stories and knowledge of local history, weather, plants and birds to the track to make your adventure with us memorable and unique. We source fruits and vegetables (whenever possible) from local, organic growers in Golden Bay ensuring you are fed with the best from the Bay during your walk. Kahurangi Guided Walks cares for our natural environment and endeavours to run a sustainable business

small trips

Most of our trips run with a smaller number of people. Our maximum allowable group size is 12 including guide and porter, but we most often run trips of 6-8 people. We can take groups as small as 2 people and (for a special premium) offer personalised one-person adventures. Contact us with your requests and we will customise a solution for you!

Doc approved

We are licensed by the New Zealand Department of Conservation to conduct guided walks having met their high environmental and safety standards. All care is taken to respect New Zealand’s unique wildlife and to minimise our environmental impact. Our commitment is to give you the best possible experience in complete safety.

Mission​

At Kahurangi Guided Walks, we connect people with New Zealand’s remarkable landscapes through authentic, small-group experiences led by passionate local guides. Since 1997, we’ve balanced adventure with environmental stewardship, creating memorable journeys that honor the natural world while supporting local communities.

Values​

Authentic Connection – Creating genuine relationships with the land, communities, and our guests by honouring local stories and the natural character of places we explore.
Environmental Stewardship – Prioritizing the health of New Zealand’s ecosystems in every decision we make, ensuring these precious environments thrive for generations to come.​
Knowledge & Respect – Sharing deep local understanding of our landscapes while demonstrating respect for natural and cultural heritage through thoughtful, sustainable practices.

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