Inclusive Tourism · Aotearoa New Zealand

The Original Adaptive Adventure Creators.

Inclusive Tourism Advisory — Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

MakingTrax Foundation · Since 2012

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Adaptive kayaking experience in Aotearoa New Zealand. MakingTrax Foundation inclusive adventure tourism

The world's first solutions-based inclusive tourism model.

Grounded in lived experience and deep industry knowledge — designing and delivering accessible and inclusive tourism experiences across Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

For Industry

Aotearoa operators, regional tourism bodies, and international organisations — working to deliver genuinely inclusive visitor experiences.

Aotearoa → International →

For Travellers

Ready for an adventure but don't know where to start? You've come to the right place — for your ultimate adaptive experience.

Your adventure starts here →
Adaptive quad bike adventure on a rocky riverbed in New Zealand. MakingTrax Foundation accessible adventure experiences
What We Do
For Industry
Adapting Aotearoa Our nationwide industry framework embedding inclusive practice across Aotearoa's visitor economy — from Access Guides to Adapting Aotearoa endorsement for any tourism business. Learn more →
Adaptive Advisory Specialist advisory for adventure tourism operators — designing and delivering inclusive experiences in complex, dynamic environments, grounded in lived experience. Includes MakingTrax endorsement for adventure operators. Learn more →
Visitor Experience Advisory Building the systems and capability for consistently inclusive service delivery — for accommodation, attractions, transport operators, and visitor services. Learn more →
For Travellers
Advisory & Experiences Personal travel advisory, bespoke adventures, and adaptive cycle journeys across Aotearoa — backed by the expertise behind Access.ive, New Zealand's Inclusive Tourism Directory. Your adventure starts here →
Adaptive Solutions Practical, solutions-based advisory combined with adaptive equipment, systems, and education — making experiences possible where others see barriers. Learn more →
Access.ive New Zealand's Inclusive Tourism Directory, published by Adapting Aotearoa — a curated directory of NZ tourism businesses committed to genuine inclusive visitor experiences. Every listing carries Adapting Aotearoa or MakingTrax endorsement, and every business is clear about what's possible and where boundaries sit. Browse Access.ive →
Consultancy
Industry Consultancy Globally recognised expertise across the full visitor journey — working with operators, RTOs, DMOs and governments in Aotearoa and internationally. Learn more →
Education
Education & Research Training, guest lecturing, and research partnerships for organisations, educators, and institutions — building sector-wide capability in inclusive tourism practice. Learn more →

The Ecosystem

MakingTrax works alongside

The MakingTrax advisory model gave rise to two dedicated platforms — each with a distinct role in making inclusive tourism a reality across Aotearoa.

Adapting Aotearoa

A programme of MakingTrax Foundation — the nationwide industry framework for accessible and inclusive tourism. Training, Access Guides, and Adapting Aotearoa endorsement for any tourism business across Aotearoa's visitor economy.

Adapting Aotearoa — industry framework →

Access.ive

New Zealand's Inclusive Tourism Directory, published by Adapting Aotearoa — where travellers find and connect with tourism businesses committed to genuine inclusive visitor experiences. Every listing carries Adapting Aotearoa or MakingTrax endorsement.

Access.ive — Inclusive Tourism Directory →

Businesses & Organisations

Tourism New Zealand
Queenstown NZ
AUT Tourism Research
The Helicopter Line
Fox Glacier Guides
Mt Cook Glacier Guides
Mt Cook Ski Planes
Skydive NZ
Waka Abel Tasman
Cable Bay Adventure Park
Kaikōura Kayaks
Cycle Nelson
Better By Bike
Shotover Jet
Oxbow Adventure Co
Huka Jet
Air Milford
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Inflite
iFly Queenstown
Canyon Swing
Pure Milford
Outward Bound
Tourism New Zealand
Queenstown NZ
AUT Tourism Research
The Helicopter Line
Fox Glacier Guides
Mt Cook Glacier Guides
Mt Cook Ski Planes
Skydive NZ
Waka Abel Tasman
Cable Bay Adventure Park
Kaikōura Kayaks
Cycle Nelson
Better By Bike
Shotover Jet
Oxbow Adventure Co
Huka Jet
Air Milford
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Inflite
iFly Queenstown
Canyon Swing
Pure Milford
Outward Bound
Who we are New Zealand's original advisory service for travellers with disabilities and physical access needs. MakingTrax Foundation was established by Jezza Williams — an adaptive adventure specialist and wheelchair user — making us uniquely placed to understand both the challenges and the possibilities of travel with a disability. We provide personal travel advisory, bespoke accessible tours, and adaptive adventure experiences across Aotearoa New Zealand for people with physical disabilities, mobility impairments, and access needs. Whether you're looking for your first adventure or planning something extraordinary, we work alongside you to make it happen.
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As featured in

AFAR Magazine — MakingTrax Foundation featured in international accessible travel press
Condé Nast Traveler — MakingTrax Foundation and Jezza Williams featured in international accessible travel coverage
The Telegraph — New Zealand named world accessible travel capital, featuring MakingTrax Foundation inclusive tourism work
Wanderlust Magazine June/July 2026 — Sophie Morgan Inclusive Travel feature on Jezza Williams and MakingTrax Foundation New Zealand

Ready to start the conversation?

Whether you're an operator, a DMO, or a traveller with an adventure in mind — we'd love to hear from you.

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