About Adventure Tours BC, our people and our story
We are a small family-owned business with a deep passion for Nature and remote backcountry experiences. Founded by a Kiwi Canadian adventure couple who have spent over 15+ years together, living and breathing wilderness adventures between New Zealand’s Southern Alps & Canada’s remote Coast Mountains of British Columbia.
Ben & Cristina, Lily & Toby have formed their dreams and passion of sharing with people from around the globe the beneficial experience of accessing truly remote and breathtaking wilderness areas to enhance people’s lives.
Driven with a passion to share the simple naturalness and breathtaking scenery found in The Mackenzie backcountry, Tekapo Adventures was born. Offering inspiring gateways for people to access and explore the wonders of the beautiful Mackenzie Country Wilderness.
BEN & CRISTINA, OFFICIAL AMBASSADORS FOR NEW ZEALAND’S LEADING OUTDOOR BRAND
Living in The Mackenzie Country has instilled in us a deep connection with the land here. Simultaneously, we’ve developed strong partnerships with some of the most beautiful High Country stations near Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook.
As a result, our exclusive partnerships offer us private access with more than 70,000 acres to New Zealand’s most impressive and pristine High-Country wilderness. Our small team of guides are also legendary hosts within The Mackenzie Country. You’ll be sure to leave with a world of local knowledge and full belly laughs.
Ben & Cristina, Lily & Toby have formed their dreams and passion of sharing with people from around the globe the beneficial experience of accessing truly remote and breathtaking wilderness areas to enhance people’s lives.
Driven with a passion to share the simple naturalness and breathtaking scenery found in The Mackenzie backcountry, Tekapo Adventures was born. Offering inspiring gateways for people to access and explore the wonders of the beautiful Mackenzie Country Wilderness.
“Our years of experience guiding people by wilderness hiking, mountain biking and 4WD have given us a deep understanding of how to create & execute some of the finest wilderness experiences that inspire and enhance people’s lives.”
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Being Small Has Big Advantages — For You, and Others
We’re a small company, and we’re proud of it. It’s not easy to find the “Little Guys” anymore — the ones who pour their heart and souls into your experience. Well, search no more…you’ve found them right here, hard at work creating the perfect wilderness travel experience for you! Being small has allowed us to continually ensure we remain one of the best-guided tour companies on the market.
Plus, being small gives added advantages. It allows us to create custom experiences with heart and soul, inspiration and passion. We believe in creating adventures that are unique. We don’t fabricate an itinerary and sell it just because it looks good. We run our remote wilderness itineraries ourselves and perfect them to ensure the beauty and extraordinary nature of each trip. We want to know that you are not just taking a hiking trip or wilderness adventure, you are making a memory that will be treasured for a lifetime.
We also don’t have salespeople selling you something they haven’t experienced. It’s important to us to inspire our guests, to connect every one of you with nature’s beauty and the simplicity of tuning out. You may even find that the founders, Ben and Cristina, are your guides, as they are often called to share their love and passion for adventure, travel, nature, and the simple life with our Adventure Tours BC guests on these wilderness missions.
And rest assured, when booking with one of the best-guided tour companies, your contributions make a big impact in the remote communities we visit, where they are shared with many even “smaller guys,” the local operators who indulge us with their local charm and help us along the way. This contribution is mutually appreciated, and sharing in these remote settlements always warms our hearts and pleases our guests as well.
Reconnecting with Nature – Our Philosophy
At Adventure Tours BC, our adventures are designed to reconnect people with nature’s beauty and the spirit of adventure. We believe that in the fast-paced madness of modern life, it is easy to lose our connection to the natural world, which is vital for our well-being and survival.
Our respect for nature drives our mission to provide experiences in pristine wilderness areas. These remote landscapes allow adventurers to reconnect with nature, feel rejuvenated, and gain a sense of something greater than themselves.
Spending time in nature offers numerous psychological, physical, and spiritual benefits. Our goal is to inspire people to live happier, healthier, and more active lives by embracing the simplicity and adventure that the natural world offers. Join us at Adventure Tours BC for an experience that will reconnect you with nature and yourself.
Our Reputation Matters
Did you know that repeat adventurers and word-of-mouth guests account for 80% of those joining our wilderness travels and remote hiking trips? This high percentage speaks volumes about the experiences our guests have had with Adventure Tours BC.
With years of combined guiding expertise, we know what it takes to create incredible wilderness adventures. Our guides, who have worked for top adventure companies worldwide, share our respect for nature. Following the lead of our founders Ben and Cristina, they listen to our guests and embrace the Adventure Tours BC philosophy. Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime. Experience the best of the natural world with us today.
Meet Our Guides
Ben
Founder & Guide
Ben
As kiwi as it gets, hails from a long history of guiding throughout New Zealand and overseas. From The Milford Track, driving jet boats on the Hollyford track, or multi day hiking tours and enduro mountain bike expeditions, he is a man of many talents! Filled with a rich and passionate knowledge of geology and history, and wild places. Ben is the co founder of Tekapo Adventures and enjoys sharing his passion with people from around the globe. On his down time you can find him riding bikes with the kids, hunting and tramping and fixing vehicles!
Cristina
Founder & Guide
Cristina
A Can- Iwi as we call her, shes born in Canada and lives in New Zealand alongside Ben and their little two monkeys. You’ll enjoy her local knowledge and passion for nature and wild places, alongside her rich experience in guiding throughout the southern alps by hiking and Mountain biking for over 16+years. She looks after alot of the admin and marketing and sales and you can also find her behind the driver’s seat too! On her down time you can find her exploring nature with the kids, or doing yoga.
Why Choose Adventure Tours BC
Choosing Adventure Tours BC means opting for an unparalleled wilderness experience in the heart of British Columbia. Our family-run venture, built on world-famous Kiwi hospitality and local knowledge, ensures a warm and personalized wilderness experience. We offer a diverse range of experiences, from serene wilderness tours to challenging alpine hikes, catering to all adventure spirits. Each journey is educational, with rich narratives about local ecology, geology, and history. With access to remote areas, expert guides, and a commitment to sustainability, your adventure will be both unique and conscientious.
FAMILY HERITAGE
Join our family. Experience the warmth and personalized service that can only come from a family-run venture who have spent years hiking and exploring wonderful remote areas of BC, Canada
DIVERSE EXPERIENCES
Whether it’s a peaceful sightseeing tour or a multi day private Alpine hike, our diverse offerings cater to all adventure spirits. We create custom and very unique wilderness adventures to a variety of tastes. Our exclsuive access to remote wilderness areas offers a one of a kind adventure experience.
EDUCATIONAL JOURNEYS
Expand your horizons. Our trips are infused with insightful narratives about the local ecology, geology, and history.
Comfort and Convenience
Enjoy seamless travel with carefully planned logistics, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable adventure. Our accommodations are carefully selected by our many years of working with wonderful partners in beautiful locations.
EXPERT GUIDES
Learn from the best. Our guides are not only wilderness experts but also storytellers of the land. Enjoy stories and adventures from years of experience travelling through some of BC's most remote and wild areas. Share the passion with us!
SUSTAINABLE ADVENTURES
Journey with a clear conscience. Our eco-friendly approach ensures the preservation of these landscapes for years to come. We partner with top the line local operators who are giving back to the remote areas they operate in.
