Kia Ora,
I have been a Couchsurfing host in Picton for a few years. I love hosting travelers, making new connections, and learning things about other cultures.

I lived most of my life in Picton, and I have both Maori and English ancestry. I would describe myself as an easy-going person, open to learning new things, honest, and living life authentically in alignment with my Maori values.

I am happy.showing travelers around the Picton architecture, nature walks, marine life, endemic flora and fauna, beaches, cafes, bars, restaurants, historical Maori carvings and Maori culture.

Civil Engineering/Construction background. My interest are mainly marine ecology, architecture, history, nature walks, exercise, nutrition, cellular healing, and the preservation of the Maori way of life.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Repay the kindness shown to me and also a cultural exchange.
I enjoy hosting, making connections with new people, and listening to travellers talk about their own personal journey.

Interests

I am passionate about the preservation and conservation of Mother-Earth for future generations.

• meditation
• kayaking
• nutrition
• conservation
• marine life
• guitar playing
• mother earth
• marine conservation
• exercising
• ecological restoration
• ocean conservation
• environmental protection
• cooking and eating
• maori culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Listen to most types of popular music. I don't read many books. I enjoy watching movies that have a good story.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Caring for ancient Tuatara in New Zealand.
Tuatara are 'living Dinosaurs' found only in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach others what I know, Learn from others what I don't know, Share with others what I have....

What I Can Share with Hosts

Safe and friendly accommodation in town center of Picton. Large couch (unfolds to a very comfortable double size bed), clean apartment, hot shower, laundry, quiet place to stay. Walking distance to everything; trains, bus, Cook Strait ferries, library, cafes, local bakery, nature walks, beaches, and Queen Charlotte Track. Parking is available for your car or van. No tent sites.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, France, Germany, Malaysia, New Caledonia, Portugal, Switzerland, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand