Meet the Team
Our small team of experienced guides love sharing New Zealand’s wild rivers. Inland Adventures is proudly owner-operated and dedicated to authentic, safe adventures.
Nathan Topp
Owner & Lead Guide
“Nathan just loves to show off his backyard.”
- Hobbies: Adventure racing, improving his vegetable garden.
- Favourite trip: Upper Grey 2 Day Adventure — two whole days on the river.
- Favourite camp meal: BBQ meat with new spuds and green salad.
Camo Stewart
Senior Guide
“Camo loves having people to chat to and solve the problems of the world with!”
- Hobbies: White water kayaking, cleaning up his land.
- Favourite trip: Upper Waiau 3 Day Adventure — full of exciting rapids.
- Favourite camp meal: Red wine lamb stew.
Simon Henson
Raft & Safety Guide
“Simon loves to get out of the classroom and back in a raft — most excited guide on the river!”
- Hobbies: White water kayaking, being a dad.
- Favourite trip: Waiau Wilderness 1 Day — local East Coast run.
- Favourite camp meal: Curry on rice.
Ruth Allott
Guide & Camp Chef
“Ruth just loves being outside — and she’s the best cook on the team!”
- Hobbies: Mountain biking, hiking, reading.
- Favourite trip: 3 Day Grey — the more time out there, the better.
- Favourite camp meal: Sticky date pudding.
Our Guiding Philosophy
We keep our groups small — usually fewer than twelve guests — for a relaxed, personal experience. Great guides make great memories, and our team loves turning every trip into an unforgettable story.
