Aotearoa Adventures: The New Zealand Travel Podcast

Abigail Hannah
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Aotearoa Adventures: The New Zealand Travel Podcast Podcast

Explore New Zealand with Aotearoa Adventures - your ultimate guide to travel, adventure, and the outdoors. Each week, host Abigail Hannah brings you inspiring stories from everyday people, covering tramping, vanlife, bikepacking, road trips, and so much more. Get beginner tips and practical advice for every adventure, from camping under the stars to multi-week expeditions. Whether you’re a local, on a working holiday, or visiting, this podcast will inspire you to explore New Zealand deeper and connect with nature.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    105: A Multi-Day Canyoning Trip in Abel Tasman with Aimee Jules

    Aimee Jules is based out of Nelson and has recently started canyoning. As a beginner, she shares about what canyoning is, how to get started and what gear you need. Aimee shares about a five day canyoning trip with her partner in the Abel Tasman, where they kayaked between campsites and canyons. At one location, the duo had to make a hard call to bail on the canyon, after Aimee was feeling emotionally and physically exhausted and terrified. She talks about other awesome locations around NZ for canyoning. As a photographer and filmmaker, Aimee Jules loves to document her own and other people's epic adventures. KEA Outdoors is a kiwi brand on a mission to build innovative, versatile and reliable outdoor gear for the every-day adventurer. Use the code Adventure2024 for 15% off your next online order: bit.ly/458VGEG Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Aimee on Instagram: instagram.com/aimeejulesphotography/ www.aimeejules.com Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/ Get my Ultimate NZ Map & Guide

    38 min

  2. SEP 6

    104: Avalanche-Bealey Traverse and Pursuing Adventures with Neurological Disorders with Nick Allen

    Nick Allen has had a love for adventure since he did the Pinnacles Hut at age 7. Nick has fibromyalgia and FND, neurological disorders that make it incredibly challenging to pursue his outdoor passions. He shares about a recent winter adventure doing the Avalance-Bealey Traverse in Arthur's Pass and describes it as "walking a knife's edge." Nick was grateful that this adventure didn't lead to a relapse and hopes to continue to get outdoors. His advice to make the outdoors more inclusive is to look out for everyone in a group, communicate well and don't fixate on the goal. Nick runs a charity called Mastering Mountains that helps others with MS and FND get rehab and smash their outdoor goals. KEA Outdoors is a kiwi brand on a mission to build innovative, versatile and reliable outdoor gear for the every-day adventurer. Use the code Adventure2024 for 15% off your next online order: https://bit.ly/458VGEG Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_allen/ https://www.masteringmountains.org.nz/ Read the Blog: https://www.abigailhannah.nz/ Follow Abigail on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/

    37 min

  3. AUG 30

    103: The Ultimate New Zealand South Island Road Trip in Winter with Barb and Reg

    Barb and Reg are well-travelled, having been to every continent between them. Host Abigail talks to her in-laws about their successful three week road trip around the South Island, where the challenges were few. Barb and Reg share their favourite experiences, from Doubtful Sound to a small pounamu store. They reflect on what makes New Zealand a special destination compared to other parts of the world - it is peaceful and quiet. Their advice to other people that want to visit is to allow as much time as possible, to travel in a campervan, and to let yourself slow down and enjoy the experience. Thank you to Jetstar for sponsoring this episode. The reason I love Jetstar is because you only pay for what you need. Their affordable low fares allow you to pick and choose how to spend your money, so that you can budget for experiences at your destination. Book your next escape with Jetstar here: https://bit.ly/3EAIPib Get my NZ Map & Guide here Coming Soon: Get our exact 20 day campervan itinerary here Watch Abigail's daily vlogs on Instagram Partners: Wenderkreisen Campervans Milford Sound Lodge Southern Discoveries Cruise Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/

    42 min

  4. AUG 23

    102: Having an Accident on the Routeburn and a Five Year Recovery Journey with Sarah Heffron

    While running the Routeburn Track, Sarah Heffron had a serious accident - and in a moment, it changed her entire life. Sarah grew up in Ireland with a strong connection to the Atlantic Ocean. When she moved to New Zealand, she discovered her love for running, the backcountry and staying in huts. While trail running the Routeburn Track, Sarah fell and had a major concussion. In shock, she didn't call for help, but finished the trail and was misdiagnosed by the medical system. Sarah shares about the slow road to recovery that has taken over 5 years. She says she wouldn't change a thing, she shares the lessons she's learnt throughout recovery. Nature continues to bring Sarah joy and inspiration and her advice is to practice gratitude every day. KEA Outdoors is a kiwi brand on a mission to build innovative, versatile and reliable outdoor gear for the every-day adventurer. Use the code Adventure2024 for 15% off your next online order: bit.ly/458VGEG Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Sarah on Instagram: instagram.com/hikes_and_huts_nz/ Healing From Concussion Course Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/

    45 min

  5. AUG 16

    101: 4WD Rakaia Valley Adventure and a Solo Northland Trip with Billy Nunweek

    Billy Nunweek is a landscape photographer whose love for the outdoors led him to getting a 70 series landcruiser - to get into remote areas around New Zealand. In this episode he touches on his photography journey and delves into an epic trip with friends in the Rakaia Valley. While the team did not achieve their goal, several lessons were learnt in the Rakaia Valley. Billy also shares about the joys of solo travel, specifically a trip to Northland. He is looking forward to a summer road trip and doing lots more hiking. KEA Outdoors is a Kiwi brand on a mission to build innovative, versatile, and reliable outdoor gear for the everyday adventurer. Use the code Adventure2024 for 15% off your next online order: bit.ly/458VGEG Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Billy on Instagram: Instagram.com/billynunweek/ Follow Billy's Truck Caia on Instagram: Instagram.com/caiathecruiser/ Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/

    34 min

  6. AUG 9

    100: Celebrating 100 Episodes of the Aotearoa Adventures Podcast with Abigail Hannah and Special Host Olly Dow

    100TH EPISODE SPECIAL: This episode is hosted by Olly Dow, interviewing Abigail Hannah about her journey creating the Aotearoa Adventures podcast over the last 100 episodes. Aotearoa Adventures wouldn't be possible without our weekly guests with their awesome stories, and without our listeners tuning in every single week. Thank you to everyone who is a part of this community. Watch the 100th episode recording on Instagram: instagram.com/reel/C-Hq5fBJWtm/ Support the Cape to Cape 2024 kaupapa and donate to Cancer Society NZ: https://www.capetocape.nz/ Follow Olly, Will & Thomas on Instagram @capetocape2024  Discount Codes: NZ Guide & Map: 10% off with the code 100EPISODES Back Country Cuisine: Free shipping with the code ABIGAIL KEA Outdoors: 10% off with the code ADVENTURE2024

    28 min

  7. AUG 2

    099: Moving to New Zealand and Learning to White Water Kayak with Isaac Naylor

    Isaac Naylor grew up in Nepal where he spent his childhood summers hiking with his family. He met host Abigail Hannah at boarding school in India and now they have been married for 5 years. Isaac got a one-way ticket to New Zealand and studied Outdoor Education at university. He fell in love with the outdoors and rekindled many of his childhood passions - hiking, rock climbing and camping. Most recently, Isaac has loved honing his white water kayaking skills. He shares about the community he's found around kayaking and details a particularly memorable New Years trip at Murchison. Isaac shares his favourite tips for people wanting to pursue new activities in the outdoors. KEA Outdoors is a kiwi brand on a mission to build innovative, versatile and reliable outdoor gear for the every-day adventurer. Use the code Adventure2024 for 15% off your next online order: bit.ly/458VGEG Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Isaac on Instagram: instagram.com/isaacjnaylor/ Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/

    36 min

  8. JUL 26

    098: Beating Cancer Twice and Exploring Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain with Ellena Butcher

    TW: Cancer. Ellena Butcher has beat cancer - not once, but twice. In school, she hated cross country but now she has run four marathons and stays that keeping fit was key in beating cancer. Based in Cambridge, we talk about Ellena's favourite local walk in Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain. It is the world's largest pest-proof fenced forest, home to tautara, kiwi, takahē, and the only mainland population of kākāpō. An incredibly unique gem in the Waikato, Ellena shares the best walks and how to spend a day in the park. Her story is inspiring from battling cancer to conquering marathons, Ellena shares her upcoming adventures, including the Camino de Santiago and section-walking Te Araroa. KEA Outdoors is a kiwi brand on a mission to build innovative, versatile and reliable outdoor gear for the every-day adventurer. Use the code Adventure2024 for 15% off your next online order: bit.ly/458VGEG Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Ellena on Instagram: instagram.com/ebutch65/ Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/

    32 min
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Explore New Zealand with Aotearoa Adventures - your ultimate guide to travel, adventure, and the outdoors. Each week, host Abigail Hannah brings you inspiring stories from everyday people, covering tramping, vanlife, bikepacking, road trips, and so much more. Get beginner tips and practical advice for every adventure, from camping under the stars to multi-week expeditions. Whether you’re a local, on a working holiday, or visiting, this podcast will inspire you to explore New Zealand deeper and connect with nature.

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