Intrepid Travel

Introducing Only Intrepid.... our largest-ever global brand campaign, which is all about uncovering the unique moments and experiences that are only found on our small group adventures.      Whether it's commuting the Cat Ba way in Vietnam, meeting the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit in Kruger National Park in South Africa, or finding rare moments of stillness at the foothills of the Himalayas, each of our 900+ journeys share these rare experiences with like-minded travellers and a local leader.     Now, we’re taking these Only Intrepid moments to screens, streets and subways around the world. Only you. Only here. Only now. Only Intrepid. Your ticket 👉 https://lnkd.in/gETG7HPM

You can’t manage what you don’t measure, and that’s why at Intrepid Travel, we hold ourselves accountable by regularly sharing progress against our climate action goals. Check out our latest bi-annual update for an insight into our business’ decarbonisation journey 🙏 Full details and data will be shared in our 2024 Integrated Annual Report, but until then, we would love to hear any thoughts or feedback on our program of environmental action 💡 Drop us a line at: responsible.business@intrepidtravel.com. 

We’re proud to share we’ve been named a finalist in the AFR BOSS Most Innovative Companies list for 2024! 🎊   This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through innovation and challenging the status quo.   Innovation at Intrepid means finding new ways to create positive change through the joy of travel. Our carbon labelling initiative was recognised by The Australian Financial Review for making sustainability a standard in travel and inspiring industry-wide change.    We were named alongside business leaders including Scalene, Samsara Eco and Quantaco who are shifting the needle towards greater, more positive business impact and inspiring us to do more in the future. #AFRBOSS

As a member of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, we’re proud to support the UN Global Compact Network Australia's flagship sustainability event, which is aimed at equipping businesses to navigate challenges at the intersection of net zero, nature positive, human rights and governance. We believe the conversations at UNiting Business LIVE Australia: Sustainability in Action, will be critical for Australia’s C-Suite, board members, sustainability teams, and emerging and future sustainability leaders. We look forward to hearing from UN Global Compact CEO Sanda Ojiambo and our CEO James Thornton at the Leadership Dinner and our GM of Purpose Sara King on a panel sharing insights into communicating sustainability.

We’re excited to launch a new Climate Hub initiative with Skift, designed to support honest and impartial journalism on the most pressing climate issues facing the travel industry. The partnership will support a new climate reporter to cover advancements and challenges in sustainability across the entire global travel sector. We know there’s never been a more important time to act to secure a sustainable future for our industry. We’re proud to be supporting Skift to deliver solutions-focused, independent journalism to hold our industry to account and drive innovation. 

Earlier this year, we launched a new collaboration with Market Development Facility (MDF) to support female empowerment in Sri Lanka. With the support of Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority, we’ve now completed our first workshop aimed at training and career development in the local tourism industry. Eleven women participated in the course covering tour leading basics, responsible travel and customer service, and we were excited to award two talented leaders full scholarships to obtain their tour guiding licenses. We’re looking forward to rolling this initiative out across all nine provinces in Sri Lanka, with the goal of bringing more women on board as tour leaders in the future. 🙏 Poornaka Delpachitra Natalie Kidd Sara King Sarah Wallace

The Intrepid Foundation was proud to be the charity partner of TTG Media's Travel Industry Awards in London, where our own team took home Touring and Adventure Operator of the Year and the Positive Impact Award! 🎊 In particular, our emergency appeal which raised over £330,000 following the earthquake in Morocco last September was recognised for supporting vulnerable communities and our long-term local partners to rebuild. Plus, attendees raised £6,500 and counting for important causes like these on the night. Together, we’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection. ❤️   Biheng Zhang Hazel McGuire Chloe Berman Joanna Reeve

We believe travel can be a force for good and we are excited to have joined forces with local, India-based NGO ACCESS Development Services to invest in the Holy City Rickshaw program, a new initiative empowering women into tour leading jobs in Varanasi. This is important as women still only contribute around 18% to the country’s GDP and are underrepresented in the tourism sector. These female-led tours will be incorporated into several of our India trip itineraries, providing not only a lower impact mode of transport for travellers, but a chance to interact with the community and support economic empowerment for local women.   Learn more about the program here: https://lnkd.in/gQvM9wn8

Meet Joshua Mlay, Intrepid trip leader and mountain guide of 13 years on Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. Joshua has followed in the footsteps of his grandfather, Chagga tribe member Yohani Lauwo, who was the very first African guide to summit the iconic peak in 1889! 👣 “I keep on practicing my grandpa’s legacy, because every time I get up there, I feel a sense of belonging,” Joshua says. Through his career in travel, Joshua says he is able to create meaningful connections, not just with his grandfather, but with his entire community. “I believe in fostering a deep relationship with nature, promoting environmental sustainability, and respecting the local culture and communities that surround this majestic mountain.” 💚 Inspired by his story? Check out our openings and learn more about a career as a trip leader around the world: careers.intrepidtravel.com

Today I had the opportunity to take to the stage at the Skift Global Forum in New York for a fireside chat with Sarah Kopit. Sarah and I explored the pursuit of profit and purpose in business and how the two are intrinsically linked at Intrepid Travel – and part of our success story. It’s always interesting to use these moments to reflect on our journey and how our profit growth has accelerated since we became a certified #BCorp. I truly believe our style of small group, community-centric travel can be the answer to not only travel’s most pressing issues but its greatest opportunities. A huge thanks to Rafat Ali and the entire team for their ongoing support and for delivering another standout event. #SkiftLive #MoreIntrepidPeople