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Why Travel with Ability Adventures?
Travel your way — inclusive, well-planned, and uniquely yours.
Tailored NZ Travel for Every Ability
At Ability Adventures, we specialise in tailored accessible New Zealand holidays designed for seniors, individuals, families, and small groups where one or more guests may have a physical or sensory disability. As a Qualmark-endorsed tourism provider, we’re proud to deliver fully customised travel experiences that are inclusive, supportive, and unforgettable.
Disability Travel Specialists with Heart
We’re not just a travel company—we're a team of experienced Occupational Therapists and accessibility experts who understand the real-life challenges travellers may face. Led by Sandie Grant, occupational therapist with over 30 years' experience, we ensure every itinerary is built with care, safety, and personalisation at its core.
“Travelling to another country can be a massive leap of faith, so building rapport and trust at the beginning is so important. I enjoy making all the holiday arrangements so that everything is organised, from the moment you arrive until your departure.”
— Sandie Grant, Owner & Lead Holiday Planner & Tour Guide
Personalised Itineraries That Fit You
Your journey with us begins with a friendly one-on-one video call. We take time to understand your interests, needs, and travel style before crafting a bespoke holiday experience that matches. Whether it’s fully guided, partially guided, or self-drive, every itinerary is planned to offer freedom, accessibility, and enjoyment.
We personally inspect all accommodation, verify the accessibility of every excursion, and coordinate everything—from equipment hire to transfers and support services—so you can relax and focus on making memories.
New Zealand Adventures, Tailored for You
Meet Our Accessible Travel Team
Sandie Grant
Owner & Occupational Therapist
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With 30+ years of industry experience, Sandie brings unmatched insight and compassion to every trip.
Sandie Grant is the owner of Ability Adventures and a highly experienced Occupational Therapist with over 30 years in the healthcare sector. She has spent more than two decades specialising as a clinical wheelchair and seating therapist, giving her deep insight into the real-life accessibility challenges many travellers face.
Sandie began her tour guiding journey at just 19, working for an environmental tour company during a summer break. Since then, she has combined her passion for travel with her clinical expertise—initially guiding with Eco Tours and later supporting Ability Adventures during peak seasons before taking ownership of the business.
A proud South Island native now based in the Bay of Plenty, Sandie loves exploring Aotearoa New Zealand with her family in their campervan. Tramping, skiing, and discovering hidden gems across the country continue to fuel her passion for accessible travel.
Sandie’s unique background means she doesn’t just understand accessibility—she lives and breathes it. She takes the time to build rapport with clients and carefully crafts every itinerary to meet individual needs. Her mission is to ensure that every traveller, regardless of ability, can experience the freedom, beauty, and adventure New Zealand has to offer—with confidence and peace of mind.
Marina Hanger
Occupational Therapist & Travel Guide
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Marina Hanger graduated as an Occupational Therapist in her early 20’s and has since worked in a wide variety of health care settings. In addition, she has over 30 years’ experience in the tourism industry.
As co-founder of one of New Zealand’s first eco-tourism companies, Marina was also involved in researching, planning and leading wilderness, adventure and personal development programmes within New Zealand for blind and visually impaired people of all ages. She went on to establish Ability Adventures in 2008 to support people with disabilities and older people to enjoy the adventure of travel.
After selling the business to Sandie Grant, Marina stayed on as a consultant and part time guide.
“I love showing people around our beautiful country. That and the challenge of designing holidays where a disability is not a hindrance or limiting factor, crafting itineraries to be fully accessible for each travelling group member.
As well as providing unforgettable accessible holidays for me as a New Zealander it is also about sharing our homeland, its stunning natural environment and importantly the value of adventure in our lives. I love seeing people of different abilities and ages getting out there enjoying travel just like everybody else.”
Laura Squires
Travel Guide & Occupational Therapist
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Laura is a qualified Occupational Therapist with a decade of experience in the health industry. In her spare time, she loves exploring New Zealand’s beautiful landscapes and its diverse wildlife. Laura is a keen traveller and has been to 32 countries and counting. She is passionate about experiencing other cultures.
As a tour guide with Ability Adventures Laura is committed to ensuring your holiday in New Zealand is the ultimate kiwi experience no matter what your abilities are.
“I love exploring New Zealand’s beautiful landscapes and its diverse wildlife. My aim is to ensure guests have the ultimate kiwi experience no matter their abilities.”
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Let’s Design Your Dream Holiday
We’re all about the perfect fit. We take time to get to know you and understand your interests and your needs to build the right holiday for you.
When you’re ready, send us your wish list, travel plans and other requirements and we will get in touch to discuss how to make it work.
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