The Dolphin Seafaris Ocean Lovers

My name is Cille. I am a diving instructor, ocean lover, mother, entrepreneur, skipper, boat crew and owner of Dolphin Seafaris. I quit my office job in 2003 to follow my dream of swimming with the fish. I became a scuba diving instructor and travelled the world teaching ocean enthusiasts of all ages. 20 years later I find myself in New Zealand spending my days on the crystal clear waters of the Bay of Plenty, showing and teaching people about the incredible wildlife we encounter.

I have lived, worked, studied in 14 countries around the world and finally found my home here in Tauranga, completely on the opposite side of my native Norway. Because of all my travels, I have become fluent in a few languages along the way, which I find so useful when we welcome passengers from all over the world onboard.

My name is Nathan. I am a marine enthusiast, wildlife photographer, educator and conservationist. I spend most of my free time on the water either on my kayak, RIB or working for Dolphin Seafaris. I volunteer for Department of Conservation and get quite busy during seal season when the New Zealand fur seals come up on our shores here in the Bay of Plenty.

I love teaching the kids about our wildlife and what they can encounter in our big blue backyard, which is why I do regular talks at schools.

On the dolphin boat you will see me in the look out tower searching for the wildlife as well as taking as many photos as I can of our encounters.

You can see photos of some of my many adventures on Instagram @marinelifekayaker.