Class is officially in session. Have you ever wondered how to plan and prepare for an international overlanding trip, but feel overwhelmed by the cost, logistics and time it takes to do such a thing?

MAK and Owen, full time travelers of nearly nine years, are taking their experience to test the...

Settled into their trusty Jimny, MAK & Owen start their journey around the south island by heading to the South Coast & Fjordlands.

There are some growing pains that come with traveling in a vehicle that is not their own, but they take it in stride as they get to know the unique camping options...

Continuing north, MAK and Owen head into the New Zealand Alps where they get into some hiking that brought them to New Zealand in the first place. Jagged mountain peaks, tropical plants and glaciers make for a fascinating contrast that you can only find in this part of the world. Lessons 5 & 6 co...

MAK and Owen while traveling one of New Zealand's most famous stretches of highway find a dirt road that peaks their interest. Not knowing where it goes, they follow it anyway for a memorable side quest before exploring the mysterious "cave stream"! Lessons 7 & 8.

The last leg of the journey takes Owen and MAK to the breathtaking scenery of the Great Coast Road. After stopping to hang out with some marine wildlife, they make it to their last destination of the trip, the iconic Wharariki Beach. Lessons 9 & 10.