Travel is all about taking yourself out of your comfort zone, right?
Being open to learning about local cultures, curious to try new regional delicacies, fearless enough to trek through the jungle on foot and challenged by getting yourself as far from the beaten track as possible.
Our selection of top trips for travel in 2018 will open your eyes to the amazing destinations that are still out there waiting to be discovered. Adventures that will take you behind the scenes and into the thick of a place. From traversing mountains and cooking with locals, to swimming alongside incredible ocean life and exploring otherworldly landscapes.
It’s time to consider somewhere a little different…
Be Fearless
Everest Base Camp
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime as you conquer the climb to Everest Base Camp in Nepal. Prepare to feel dwarfed by the Himalayas, learn about Sherpa traditions and get to know Kathmandu.
Find out more
Kruger Walking Safari
Explore the depths of the African wilderness on foot and be ready to come face-to-face with the big five. Tackle remote northern Kruger and visit the likes of the Limpopo River Valley and Crooks Corner.
Find out more
Gorillas & Game Parks
Trek your way through the Ugandan jungle for the chance to experience a close encounter with these gentle giants. Witness a sea of flamingos at Lake Nakuru and spot animals in their natural habitats.
Find out more
Hawaii Discovery
Dive into the blue to swim with manta rays and be awestruck by their size and grace. Hike Mauna Kea, one of five volcanos that form these tropical islands, and check out Kilauea, which is remains active.
Find out more
Antarctica Explorer
Uncover the seventh continent as you cruise through the dramatic landscapes created by the Antarctic climate. Look out for playful penguins, ginormous whales and a frenzy of feeding birdlife.
Find out more
Be Open
India Mountains and Mystic
Gain an understanding of the diverse spirituality that envelops India. From getting a lesson in Sikhism at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, to feeling enlightened in Dharmsala, the home of the Dalai Lama.
Find out more
China Real Food Adventure
Taste the real China on a foodie exploration from Chengdu to Shanghai. Finesse your culinary skills at a dumpling making class, eat Peking duck in the city it originated and dare to try spicy Sichuan pepper.
Find out more
Walking with Berber Nomads
Become part of the Ait Atta tribe on an expedition through Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Meet Berber families, sleep in moving campsites and take part daily chores like animal herding and bread making.
Find out more
Iran Adventure
Get to know Iran beyond what you see in the media. Immerse yourself in rural life with the Qashqai people, visit the macabre Zoroastrian Towers of Silence and stay in a classic 16th century Caravanserai.
Find out more
Best of El Salvador
Realise the spectacular beauty and rich culture of this often-bypassed destination. Relax on the beaches of El Tunco, ride along the striking Ruta de las Flores and stroll Suchitoto’s cobbled streets.
Find out more
Be Challenged
Sacred Land of the Incas
Head off on the most famous trek in the world as you walk the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Before facing the dizzying altitude of Lake Titicaca and plunging yourself in the fascinating history of La Paz.
Find out more
Patagonia Expedition
Scale the Andes on an expedition in the depths of Patagonia. Sleep under the stars in the Rio Blanco Valley, trek through a wealth of unspoiled landscapes and bathe in thermal pools deep in the forest.
Find out more
Tajikistan Discovery
Face complete remoteness in Central Asia, cross hair-raising Afghan-built footbridges, soar along the iconic Pamir Highway and get a grasp on local life thanks to Tajikistan’s amazing homestay network.
Find out more
Perth to Broome Overland
Tour along Australia’s wild west coast on a rugged road trip to remember. Hike and swim in the ancient gorges and waterholes of Karijini National Park, and snorkel with gentle beasts of the deep.
Find out more
Wild Mongolia
Witness unrivalled raw natural beauty and tradition in this secluded country. Explore the Great White Lakes on foot, ride camels across rolling dunes near Karakorum and spend the night at a ger camp.
Find out more
Be Curious
Footsteps of Reindeer Herders
Join the Nenets, a tribe of nomadic reindeer herders, as they make the journey to Siberia’s Yamal Peninsula. Learn all about life on the frozen tundra on one of our most eye-opening adventures yet.
Find out more
Iran Real Food Adventure
Cook up culinary favourites like fesejan stew in a local Iranian family home. Sample the sweetest regional delicacies on a trip to Yazd and browse sacks of aromatic spices in the bustling bazaars.
Find out more
Trans-Mongolia Experience
Ride on the world’s most famous railway from Russia to China. Share in traditional tastes, try a Russian banya treatment, unearth Mongolia’s rich cultural heritage and camp in the local wilderness.
Find out more
Explore Alaska
Drive across frozen plains past towering peaks and walk through the deserted tundra to glacial rivers. Ask questions about Alaska’s history in the town of Valdez, surrounded by a landscape like no other.
Find out more
Israel & Palestinian Territories Real Food Adventure
Savour Jewish dishes in the Negev Desert, pick up some age-old kitchen secrets from Druze villagers, dig into classic plates at legendary local eateries in Jerusalem and float around in the salty Dead Sea.
Find out more
Need some inspiration?
Aug 13, 2019
8 awesome places in Sri Lanka you probably...
With rainforests, beaches, ancient temples and wildlife, the hardest part of...
Aug 12, 2019
Getting hands-on at a cooking class in Cappadocia
Nuray has been hosting cooking students with Intrepid Travel for eight years and...
May 12, 2019
Choosing the perfect island for your Pacific...
A visit to the Solomon Islands, Fiji or Papua New Guinea isn't your typical beach...
Mar 11, 2019
Beat the crowds: 5 reasons why the Solomon...
Not sure where to spend your next beach break? The Solomon Islands might win you...
Feb 10, 2019
What to Wear in Iran: A Packing Guide For Women
It can be hard to know what to wear in Iran. Hijab or no hijab? How much do I need...
Feb 03, 2019
What I discovered hiking to a wild waterfall...
Skip the resorts and take an adventure into Fiji's less-visited interior.
Jan 27, 2019
7 reasons why Fiji is the ultimate adventure...
You might think there's not much to do in Fiji, besides relaxing on the beach with...
Jan 16, 2019
9 lessons I’ve learned from travelling to 100+...
When you're travelling to every country on earth, you're bound to learn a few...
Dec 31, 2018
5 reasons why everyone should meet a local on...
They'll give you the shirt off their back, shout several rounds of drinks, and may...
Dec 26, 2018
What to expect on an Arctic expedition
While we often associate polar adventures with rugged explorers, frostbite and...
Dec 17, 2018
What to pack for an Arctic adventure
As one of the last untouched stretches of wilderness, the Arctic is an exciting ...
Nov 05, 2018
Why every wildlife lover should go sailing on...
When Jacques Costeau referred to Mexico's Baja Peninsula as "the world's aquarium"...
Apr 17, 2018
Returning to Morocco after 42 years to walk...
In 1975, as a 25-year-old newlywed, I travelled to Morocco for a road trip in a...
Mar 21, 2018
What it’s really like to visit Kyrgyzstan, the...
Kyrgyzstan – as difficult to pronounce as it is to place on a map – is somewhere...
Mar 06, 2018
Women’s Expeditions: How Intrepid is breaking...
To coincide with International Women's Day, we're proud to launch three new women...
Feb 23, 2018
The art of disconnecting: Learnings from a...
This type of expedition will change your perspective. It will, quite fundamentally...
Jan 26, 2018
A guide to the world’s best-kept culinary...
While the landscapes, customs and cultures are reason enough to visit, nowhere is...
Nov 30, 2017
Calling all explorers: 5 uncharted adventures...
On the hunt for your next big out-there adventure? These might make your decision...
Nov 30, 2017
Why Taiwan should be at the top of your travel...
Epic scenery, incredible food, amazing outdoor activities. Here’s why your next...
Nov 29, 2017
Photo essay: Life on the edge of the Siberian...
Ever wondered what an expedition to the ends of the earth looks like? Join one...
Nov 23, 2017
16 photos that prove you should visit remote,...
This part of the world brims with mountain villages, waterfalls and wetlands,...
Nov 23, 2017
Want to hike through Morocco with a Berber...
Hypnotic, exotic, and a slice of pure magic. If you thought the cities of Morocco...
Jul 21, 2017
4 reasons why Northern Iran should be on your...
You'll find volcanic plains, snowy peaks, and dense forests. You'll find...
Jun 01, 2016
Expedition El Mirador: our latest off-map...
Up until the early 20th Century, El Mirador was a secret known only to nature. ...
May 11, 2016
Introducing our brand new Expedition trips for...
After months of planning, arguing, drinking and pondering, we've come up with the...
May 02, 2016
We’re launching a brand new expedition trip to...
For the first time, we're stepping back into the soviet era on a special trip...
Jun 16, 2015
“Papua New Guinea is truly the last frontier.”...
When we sat down this year to plan our brand new expedition trips, we knew we...
Jun 05, 2015
“We’re going deep into the jungle…expect...
How to get off the beaten track, off the beaten track. (That's not a typo).
Jan 15, 2015
An earth worth watching: inside our new...
It’s got the biggest natural diversity of any place in Australia, and it’s where...