Whanaungatanga
Relationships, connection and helping travellers feel a sense of belonging while they explore New Zealand.
Welcome aboard
Meet the Kiwiana team
New Zealand-owned tours guided by people who are passionate about Aotearoa, student travel and helping visitors discover the country with confidence.
Our story
Owned and operated by New Zealanders
Kiwiana Tours is owned and operated by New Zealanders Dave Ovenden. Dave has a number of years of experience guiding New Zealand tours and is passionate about the outdoors, tramping and skiing.
Catherine is well travelled, has tourism marketing experience and has hosted international travellers from all over the world for the past 17 years. All of our tours are guided by people who are passionate about New Zealand.
The team has been first aid certified and understands the needs of the international traveller. We are on hand to provide sightseeing, commentary on places of interest and practical help as you discover New Zealand.
You are free to ask your guide as much or as little as you like on your Kiwiana tour.
Guided by values
Three core Māori values
Kiwiana Tours, the company and team, are guided by values that shape the way we host, care for and connect with travellers.
Kaitiakitanga
Guardianship and respect for the connection between people, places and the natural world.
Manaakitanga
Hospitality, care and the act of looking after a person’s mana throughout their journey.
Internship
Looking for tourism experience?
Are you a university student from New Zealand or overseas looking for an internship in tourism? We have positions available. Get in touch and we will reply within 7 days.
Get in touch