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Toby Story

Director, Senior Guide, Chief of Operations at Southern Sea Ventures
Since 2005, Toby has been guiding expeditions with Southern Sea Ventures, leading trips across diverse environments from the tropics to the polar regions. His experience spans destinations such as Norway, Greenland, Spitsbergen, Fiji, South Georgia, Antarctica, Tasmania, West Papua, and the Philippines. A certified sea kayak instructor, Toby oversees operations from his home base in Hobart, Tasmania. Holding a master's degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, he remains deeply passionate about exploring and sharing the world’s stunning coastal landscapes.

Webinars and podcasts by Toby

View on Yasawa Islands, Fiji
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Kayaking in Fiji: The South Pacific’s Tropical Paradise
When you think of Fiji, you probably picture cocktails, palm trees, and white sand beaches But for kayakers, this island nation is something even better: a tropical maze of turquoise lagoons, secret caves, and uninhabited islets begging to be explored. In this webinar, you’ll hear straight from Toby Story, a seasoned paddler with years of guiding experience and stories that’ll make you want to drop everything and book a flight. He’ll take you through what makes Fiji so special, including where to go, what to expect, what to pack, and how best to experience the islands from the water. Whether you’re a beginner paddler or a seasoned sea kayaker looking for your next big trip, this session will get you stoked (and prepared) for the paddling adventure of a lifetime. Toby covered everything, from route planning and safety to wildlife encounters and cultural moments you won’t forget.
West Greenland kayak
Kayaking
Kayaking the Arctic: Greenland & Svalbard Tips
The Arctic is one of the last truly wild places on Earth—a realm of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and wildlife thriving in extreme conditions.  Paddling through these waters puts you right in the heart of it all. Imagine gliding through silent fjords, weaving between sculpted ice, and watching a whale breach just meters away. It’s an adventure that few get to experience but one that stays with you forever. Both Greenland and Svalbard offer unparalleled kayaking opportunities, but they each have their own character. Greenland boasts colossal icebergs, rich Inuit culture, and remote wilderness camps. Svalbard, on the other hand, is home to dramatic pack ice, polar bears, and endless summer daylight.  But here’s the thing—kayaking in the Arctic isn’t as simple as booking a flight and renting a boat. The remoteness, extreme conditions, and logistical challenges make planning an independent expedition almost impossible.  This is why you should join our LIVE WEBINAR and get all the insider knowledge you need! In an hour-long session, seasoned Arctic kayak guide Toby Story will walk you through what it’s really like to paddle in these remote regions, how to prepare, and what you can expect.  Plus, you’ll get firsthand stories from the ice—the kind you won’t find in any brochure!

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