With my love for all things off road, I purchased my first new Toyota Landcruiser in 1982. Next was a Toyota Double Cab Hilux in 1985. I combined my huge interest in local history with taking friends in to Skippers Canyon or up the Arrow River to Macetown. Their elation with these dramatic locations got me thinking of our trips to Europe and where a great guide made for a great trip. This created the strong build blocks of the business we have today by sticking to Kiwi owned, Kiwi operated and passionate Kiwi guides.

From those humble beginnings we have grown to now be the largest Off Road Tour Company in the world, offering 4×4 tours with our Toyota Landcruisers and Suzuki U-Drive 4×4′s, and add to that, over 120 dirt, quad & road bikes. We now offer tours to suit, from a few hours to a few weeks.

After more than 21 years of doing what we love, we have not lost our focus as we continue to offer real kiwi adventures. We cater for all, from history buffs, Lord of the Rings fans to off road enthusiasts, we will give you the adventure of your life!
Denis “The Boss” Columb

Denis Columb

Denis first went into business at the age of 21 plumbing, roofing and drain laying, but decided to change career after the harshness of the late 1980′s so the Big Guy started riding at 19 decided to start taking tours into historical gold mining sites in the South Island, he had read about these sites as a young man and wanted to see them for himself. His love of the area’s history means he loves to share his amazing stories and knowledge with his clients. These days “The Boss” still loves to drive and guide with his recent holidays spent exploring around Asia & Europe with Marilyn. Denis has not lost his sense of adventure!

Marilyn Columb

Marilyn is in charge of marketing and business administration, full time looking after the family and supporting her children…including Denis. Occasionally you will still see Marilyn guiding on our 4×4 tours.

Scott Columb

Scott is heavy involved in our quad and dirt bike adventures, but never hesitates to get a chance at guiding on our 4×4 tours.

Barry Muirhead

Marilyn’s brother, the kids uncle has worked at Off Road Adventures now for a good few years. Barry was New Zealand’s youngest certified train driver and came south to join the team after taking redundancy. Barry is also our 4×4 guides and has great knowledge in the history of the area and Lord of the Rings tours are his specialty. Extremely versatile in all aspects of the job and can regularly be seen guiding Quad tours or driving the Off Road Bus taking clients to the farm.

Tony Moore

T-Man has been an independent guide in and around Queenstown since coming here from North Island many years ago. Personality plus truly applies to here!

Delrayis

Del has been involved in our 4×4 operations in many facets which guiding and photography his main roles currently.

Gunthar Rowe

One of the newer members to Off Road Adventures, but not new to the industry. Günthar likes to “float” between guiding 4×4 tours, backup on the bike tours, looking after the web & social media, marketing to the local agents, as well as front-line in the shop. With nearly 20 years in Queenstown, Günthar has spent more than his fair share of time getting out in the back country and still jumps at every chance to get out there again.