Meet the Crew

OUR TEAM

Here at Exmouth Adventure Company, we believe our people are our biggest asset. We are a small team of passionate individuals who love what we do and this amazing area that we call home.

Our team enjoy sharing the beauty of Ningaloo Reef and surrounds with people from all over the world. We believe in the ethos of Exmouth Adventure Co, which is to be as environmentally sensitive and sustainable as practical, in order to preserve this stunning ecosystem for it's own right, and for future generations to enjoy.

The safety of our guests is paramount, and our guides and instructors undertake regular training to ensure their skills and knowledge are up-to-date. Depending on their area of specialisation, our team's qualifications may include: Wilderness First Aid, Surf Rescue (Surf Lifesaving WA), Kayak guide/instructor (Australian Canoeing), SUP Instructor (ASI), Surf Coach (Surfing Australia).

HAL PAINE

Managing Director & Founder

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Hal started Capricorn Seakayaking in 1999 and guided the evolution of the business into Exmouth Adventure Co in 2015. Originally from New Zealand, we try not to hold that against him. Hal is a qualified teacher with a Graduate Diploma in Outdoor Pursuits. When he's not slaving away in the office, you'll find him chasing the surf in WA or back home in NZ.

NERI GRIEVE

Manager & Senior Guide

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Neri joined us in 2011 and is our lead guide, managing day-to-day operations here in Exmouth. Always up for an outdoor adventure, Neri leads some of our kayak and snorkel tours, is a SUP instructor, surf coach, keen kitesurfer and all-round ocean and nature lover. Her latest project has been developing and leading sea kayaking expeditions in Murujuga, Dampier Archipelago, which she describes as a sea kayaking paradise. Originally from Newcastle NSW, Neri now calls Exmouth home.

ALINA SCHOENER

Office Manager

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Originally from Germany, Ally fell in love with Australia and decided to stay forever. With a love of the ocean, outdoors, camping and exploring, Ally enjoys sharing adventures and making memories with people. The glue that holds us all together, Ally is often the first person you interact with when you contact us at Exmouth Adventure Co. People say she's funny, but it might just be her accent 😉

Rosie

Sea Kayak & Snorkel Guide

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Originally from the UK, Rosie is now very happy to call Exmouth, Western Australia home. An avid water woman, Rosie is never far from the ocean, and is one of our senior year-round guides. When she's not in a kayak or snorkelling, you'll find her boating or volunteering for the local marine rescue organisation or the SES.

Jules

Sea Kayak & Snorkel Guide

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Another of our team hailing from the UK, Jules has worn many hats in his lifetime, including working as a professional chef and as an arborist. Now calling Exmouth, Western Australia home, Jules is a core team member leading both day and multi-day kayak and snorkel tours. When he's not working, you'll find him boating or tinkering in the yard.

Toby

Sea Kayak & Snorkel Guide

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Born and raised in a small coastal town in Victoria, Toby has spent most of his life in the outdoors. From this grew a career in outdoor education that has seen him leading groups across Australia, including sea kayak guiding in the Whitsundays, running cultural immersion programs in outback Australia, and coordinating turtle conservation programs in Cape York. When he isn’t in the field, Toby enjoys surfing, snorkelling, running and AFL.

Bec

Sea Kayak & Snorkel Guide

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Bec has worked in outdoor education for the last seven years, starting in Cape Bridgewater before seasons across the Top End. Most recently she was based on Bunuba Country in the Kimberley working in youth engagement. Outside of work, she loves surfing and swimming in the ocean. Bec is also a forest firefighter over summers and passionate about plants and ecology.

Nat

Sea Kayak & Snorkel Guide

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Nat is originally from Victoria and has spent the past six years living and working in different parts of Australia. With a background in outdoor education, Nat has also worked as a sea kayak guide in Freycinet National Park, Tasmania, developing a strong appreciation for coastal environments. When not guiding, Nat can usually be found outside—running, swimming, hiking, surfing, or simply spending time in the ocean.

Alan

Sea Kayak & Snorkel Guide

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Originally from Buenos Aires, now in Exmouth for the marine life, warm weather, and time by the ocean. Alan loves scuba diving, underwater photography, and surfing. You can usually find him fixing things, cooking, or just with a smile, enjoying life by the coast.

Mo

Operations Assistant

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Moanaroa grew up in the far north of New Zealand in the small town of Kaitaia. Her name literally means “long sea,” which feels fitting for someone with a love for the ocean. She’s spent the last three summers working around New Zealand, and winters heading overseas chasing adventure.

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CONTACT US

24 Pelias St
PO Box 796
Exmouth WA, 6707

Phone:
+61 (0)477 685 123

EMAIL US

OFFICE HOURS

Office open 7 days

 8.30am - 4.30pm

After hours HIRE return is available at no extra charge