About Us
Haere wawe atu. Hoki ora mai.
Travel swiftly. Return safely.
Aupiki is dedicated to delivering top-tier travel management services to a diverse clientele, both within and beyond Te Ao Māori. We embed the rich cultural values of Te Ao Māori with contemporary travel solutions, offering a unique approach to travel that is accessible to all.
JJ Ripikoi, Founder
Ngāti Kahu ki Whangaroa, Ngapuhi, Ngati Hine me Ngāti Pāoa.
JJ Ripikoi, the visionary founder of Aupiki, brings a unique blend of expertise and insight to the travel management industry. As a qualified commercial pilot, JJ possesses an in-depth understanding of the travel sector, complemented by his profound connection to Te Ao Māori. Motivated by a desire to fuse these worlds, JJ established Aupiki with the aim of revolutionising travel management. Aupiki is not just a service; it’s a promise to deliver travel solutions that deeply respect and incorporate the principles of manaakitanga, offering benefits that extend well beyond the Māori community.
Our Vision
Aotearoa’s preferred Travel Management Company
Our Mission
Pioneering the way for Māori in Travel Management through training, partnerships, relationships and manaakitanga