Ellis Emmett Divesangha’s newest brand ambassador

Ellis is one of Divesangha’s newest brand Ambassadors.

Our ambassadors are a Sangha of enlightened individuals who are true advocates for the Earth, the Sea and their creatures.

Diving has taught me…
That we as a human species, and the above water world that we live on, is but a tiny fraction of this incredible planet. The diversity of life that we see on land is far exceeded by that beneath the ocean surface. Not only are our lives enriched by our planets oceans – they are dependent on our oceans.

An Interview with Scott Wilson, Host of Departures and Descending

A lot of us talk about quitting our jobs to travel full-time, but Scott actually did it. Before the age of 30, he left behind his life in Brantford, Ontario to shoot the TV series with co-host and high school buddy, Justin Lukach, and co-creator/cameraman, Andre Dupuis.

Over three seasons, the trio filmed their adventures across 7 continents and produced a Gemini award-winning television show.

Descending Blu-Rays on sale now

The complete first season of Descending on Blu-ray.
This set includes 4 discs to experience all 13 episodes to the full extent in wonderful 1080p HD.
Over 500 minutes of content. Plus, more than 30 minutes of deleted scenes and full commentary from the creators!

D-Photo Magazine article – The Mighty Clarence

Adventure photographer Andy Belcher takes us along on his latest wild ride – rafting The Mighty Clarence with adventurer Ellis Emmett.

Rafting the Clarence is an 8-day journey of nearly 200 kms and a descent of almost 1 km, starting up in the mountains and ending at the Pacific Ocean.

We met at Ellis and sanna’s awesome home, The Tree House, in Cheviot, loaded rafts and gear, and set off towards the Acheron / Clarence confluence via Hanmer Springs.

New Zealander of the Year Awards 2014 – Ellis nominated for award

New Zealander of the Year Awards honour the achievements and contributions of inspirational New Zealanders who have made significant contribution to our nation that makes us proud of our country and what can be achieved.

Their pursuit of excellence may be in areas of – science, business, the arts, cultural or community involvement, sport, education and health – their achievements have positive effects on how we feel about our nation and ourselves. The New Zealander of the Year Award will recognize an individual, who, through his or her achievements, has made an outstanding contribution to the wellbeing of the nation.

Just launched – Adventure Leadership Expeditions educational programme

GREAT LEADERS ARE FORGED, NOT BORN!

Achieve beyond your wildest dreams, triumph against the odds and break down the boundaries that are holding you back!

Weekend Sun article – Through Andy’s lens

From mountains to sea, with photographer Andy Belcher. Andy and his partner Annie joined Ellis on an 8-day, 200 km journey down the Clarence river.

“To describe it as an epic adventure would be an understatement.” says Andy.

Ellis Inspirational Guest Speaker – Cheviot Area School

Ellis was invited as guest speaker to the Cheviot Area School Prize Giving December 2013.

He gave an inspirational talk on adventure, travel and going for your dreams, to an audience of approximately 400 people, ranging from students as young as 5-years to parents and grandparents.

The Big Year Off – Musings On An Accidental Year Off

A promise is a promise. Inspired by Ellis’ attitude to life and an ensuing challenge that they both made, Helen makes a promise to turn her life around …. and does.

Latitude Magazine – A Passion for Adventure

Swimming with sharks and diving sunken shipwreck sites are among many once-in-a-lifetime experiences Cheviot’s Ellis Emmett clocked up as co-host of the adventure travel dive series Descending, which premiered on SKY TV’s Travel Channel in August 2013. Now his thoughts are turning to the next global travel show, as well as a bold new project to inspire and motivate young New Zealanders. We caught up with Ellis . . .