Wouldn’t be here without her
In many parts of the world, women still don’t have equal opportunity to men. We believe that given the opportunity, women can do anything.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, meet some of the intrepid women who didn’t just choose a path – they created it.
From pioneering trip leaders to business owners and founders, these women are overcoming hurdles, breaking down stereotypes and inspiring others to create lasting positive change. But don’t just take our word for it. Be inspired by the women you might get to share an experience with on your next adventure – an experience that wouldn’t exist without her.
Women who are leading the way
A few of the women at the forefront
From the streets of Jaipur to the peaks of Nepal, these women are pushing boundaries, breaking barriers and showing the world how it’s done.
As one of the first female e-rickshaw drivers in Jaipur, India, Renu is breaking down gender barriers to put women in the driving seat.
Sumitra is one of the few female trekking leaders in Nepal, inspiring other women to follow in her footsteps.
Aneeqa is an expedition leader and operator who is forging the way for women in Pakistan’s male-dominated tourism industry.
Leitah and the Black Mambas are deterring poachers and inspiring a new generation of wildlife warriors while they’re at it.
Sara is the co-founder of two tour companies and created the itinerary for Intrepid’s Saudi Arabia Women’s Expedition – a trip that shatters stereotypes by showing the country from a woman’s perspective.
When it comes to driving change, it’s full speed ahead for Khoy, owner of Driver Srey – a tuk-tuk business that empowers local women.