New Zealand Adventure Tours – New Zealand Bike Tours – Hiking New Zealand Vacations
I would say it was a once in a lifetime trip,
but it was so good a person should not only experience it once.
![]() Lofty |
Name: Christiaan "Lofty" Filius |
| Position: Lead Guide | |
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Bio: Lofty, as he's known, has a certificate in Recreation - Adventure Tourism and a YMCA certificate in Recreation Industry Training, but he specializes in leading our family trips because, well, he's a big kid himself! He's put in thousands of hours volunteering at the YMCA running programs for kids since 1997 and also loves kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking and car racing -- and has broken 24 bones to prove it! |
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What our clients have said:
"Lofty was truly excellent. Amazing, always positive attitude, and manages to be incredibly enthusiastic even though I'm sure he's done/seen everything we did/saw on our trip hundreds of times. He had great stories and really shared his love of NZ. An excellent leader, particularly when it can be hard to move 14 random people in the same direction." "I can't say enough about Lofty or [co-guide] Joni. They are both assets to ACTIVE so you should hold on to them. They are personable, funny, professional, helpful, skilled, etc. It's a new experience for me having never been on a guided trip before, but after spending every day with them for a week (a short time in the grand scheme of things, I know) we really miss them. Truly, they're wonderful people and are exceptional in their respective roles. We were genuinely sad when we parted with them and the group." "I thought Lofty was wonderful. Knowledgeable, fun, light hearted, good instructions and support. Created nice 'team' spirit. Particularly appreciated his interactions with my kids." "Lofty was the best part of the trip. " "Couldn't ask for a more enthusiastic,fun and personable (if not a bit crazy!), lead guide! GREAT with the kids!" "We loved Lofty! He made us laugh, kept us in line, got us where we needed to be, beat us at almost every card game, taught us some new games, and kept us safe." "Lofty was just a pleasure to be around and did an incredible job leading the trip. Always had a good story, too. His knowledge of the area and people really enhanced the trip. We were able to do things and go places that we would never have been able to find on our own. Lofty is great great great!" "Lofty is one of a kind. He was amazing and really made our trip outstanding!" "He was the best guide ever! He made me feel safe and at home." "Lofty was wonderful for parents and kids. He has become a great inspiration for our 16 year old which is an added bonus." "Lofty is Numero Uno!! He interacts extremely well with kids. What he does really well is that he interacts with everyone not just the people who are easy to entertain. We all loved Lofty." |
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