About Intrepid Travel

Small group adventures that change how you see the world

Our Story

Intrepid Travel began in 1989 with a simple idea: to show travelers the real world through small group adventures led by local leaders.

What started with two founders and a handful of travelers has grown into one of the world's leading adventure travel companies, taking over a million travelers to destinations across every continent.

We believe that travel is more than just visiting new places—it's about connecting with local communities, experiencing different cultures, and gaining a deeper understanding of our world.

Our Values
35+
Years of Experience
1M+
Travelers in 2023
150+
Countries
12
Avg Group Size

Our Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Local Connection - Community gathering

Local Connection

We believe in connecting travelers with local communities through authentic experiences and local guides.

Sustainability - Nature landscape

Sustainability

Committed to responsible travel that benefits local communities and minimizes environmental impact.

Real Experiences - Local guide

Real Experiences

We create trips that go beyond tourism to offer real, immersive experiences of local cultures.

Travel as a Force for Good - Group of travelers

Travel as a Force for Good

We believe travel can be a positive force, creating opportunities for both travelers and local communities.

Our Leaders

Expert local guides who bring destinations to life

Expert Local Knowledge - Local guide in traditional attire

Expert Local Knowledge

Our leaders are from the regions they guide, offering insider knowledge and authentic connections.

Multi-Lingual - Diverse group communication

Multi-Lingual

Fluent in local languages and English, ensuring clear communication throughout your journey.

Extensively Trained - Training session

Extensively Trained

All leaders undergo rigorous training in first aid, safety, and customer service.

Passionate about Travel - Guide showing landscape

Passionate about Travel

Our leaders are passionate about sharing their culture and homeland with travelers.

Sustainability

We're committed to becoming a carbon neutral company by 2025 and ensuring our trips benefit local communities.

Our approach includes:

  • Carbon offsetting all our trips
  • Working with local suppliers and operators
  • Small group sizes to minimize environmental impact
  • Community projects in destinations we visit
  • Removing single-use plastics from our trips
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Global Presence

With offices around the world, we're always close to our travelers

Australia - Melbourne skyline

Australia

Melbourne - Global HQ

Supporting Asia Pacific region

United Kingdom - London skyline

United Kingdom

London - Europe HQ

Supporting UK and Europe

United States - Denver mountains

United States

Denver - Americas HQ

Supporting North and South America

Awards & Recognition

Proud to be recognized for our commitment to sustainable travel

World's Leading Tour Operator - Trophy

World's Leading Tour Operator

World Travel Awards 2023

Sustainable Tourism Award - Nature landscape

Sustainable Tourism Award

Queensland Tourism Awards 2023

Best Adventure Company - Mountain landscape

Best Adventure Company

National Geographic 2022

Climate Action Award - Green nature

Climate Action Award

Business Travel Awards 2023

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