Meet Jolanda Odermatt

Travel Advisor at Envoyage in Waiau Pa, Auckland

About Me

Hello and welcome. I’m your mobile travel concierge based in the beautiful Waiau Pa community. I was drawn to this rural yet well-connected location a few months ago, with and a desire to leave Auckland to be able to be part of a supportive community where I can better contribute and offer my skills and resources to others.

For me travel is more than just visiting places—it’s about connection, transformation, and experiencing the world in a way that nourishes the soul. With over 20 years in the travel industry and a lifelong passion for exploration, I help my clients craft personalised journeys that go beyond expectations, taking a holistic approach to their unique needs, passions, and requirements. My expertise lies in cruise and expedition travel, guiding clients to explore the paths less travelled. I focus on creating accessible and meaningful experiences that connect travellers with nature, wildlife, and culture—ensuring every journey is not only enriching but truly unforgettable.

With my deep knowledge and access to world-class products and suppliers, I offer a stress-free experience—combining the personalized service of an owner-operator with the backing and exclusive benefits of one of the world’s largest travel agency groups.

Beyond travel, I enjoy learning, creating, and trialing solutions for self-sufficient, sustainable living, including organic gardening, natural health products, and exploring traditional New Zealand medicine, Rongoā. Some of you may already know me from the Waiau Pa Central Market, where over the last few months, I have been presenting my homemade EMF and Orgone devices and handcrafted organic balms and tinctures. With my creative background as a fully trained special effects makeup artist, I find joy in balancing exploration, creativity, and sustainability.

I truly believe that travel is one of the most enriching experiences we can have, and I love helping people bring their travel dreams to life. If you value personalised attention, expert guidance, and seamless support throughout your journey and if last night has inspired you to travel, let’s talk! We can either meet in person or over the phone whatever suits you best.

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Specialties

Destinations

Antarctica
North and South America
Australia & New Zealand
Pacific Islands
Europe

Travel Style

Cruising
Expedition
Solo Travel
Touring
Around the World airfares
Rail journeys

Client Testimonials

"Jolanda was super helpful and easy to deal with. She always communicated well, she is friendly, professional and efficient and I trusted her with the process of getting me the best deal she could to visit my family in America. I would 100% recommend Jolanda to anyone planning on travelling and will definitely reach out again when the time is right for me to travel abroad again."

– Halida S, Auckland

USA

"Jolanda was my travel consultant for 10 years until Covid hit and closed down her store. I had booked flights with her every year, for work overseas and for visiting family in Vancouver. She was fantastic to deal with – she got back promptly and would give me travel options to choose from. My mother visited from Vancouver most years and I often accompanied her either from Vancouver or back to Vancouver. She was always able to get us seats together, which was a challenge as my mother was booking from Vancouver with another travel agent. She also handled all my flight bookings within NZ. It was so great to requests dates for travel and then get the information that I needed. Over those years I had some odd connections, and she always dealt with the challenge with humour and professionalism. I have no hesitation in recommending Jolanda for your next big or small trip. "

– Lori D, Auckland

Canada & Germany

"I have been travelling to Europe with a group of friends on a regular basis, and was a client of Jolanda’s for much of her time at Flight Centre, in her previous role as Travel Director. Her service has always been exemplary, no task too difficult or beyond her sense of duty and care. Her extensive knowledge as a traveller always benefited us and saved us from many a tourist pitfall! I am thrilled to see her rejoin the travel and tourism industry and would not hesitate to work with her again. It is wonderful to see you back Jolanda!"

– S Schuster – Auckland

Europe