2020 WORLDWIDE FAMILY ADVENTURES SMALL LOCAL SUSTAINABLE GROUPS LEADERS TRAVEL Every Intrepid adventure starts with curiosity. A desire to understand, to learn something new, to challenge beliefs and push boundaries. To say farewell to daily routines, to have fun. For some families, being Intrepid means travelling as a solo parent for the first time, or trying a new spice with your meal. It’s camping in a South African game reserve or hiking the last leg of the Inca Trail. WeIntrepid are all For others, it’s travelling with a group of people, getting out of that bubble of familiarity, and making new friends in all corners of the globe. Whether you’ve been travelling with your kids for years or you’ve never left home, we want to lead you to those moments of discovery, to satisfy that curiosity, to be Intrepid. Because now, more than ever, the world needs more Intrepid people. more destinations, more ways to travel There’s no one way to make a holiday, and that’s 01 why we offer family adventures in a diverse range of destinations and styles. Whether you’re a solo parent travelling with a teenager who loves ancient history, an active bunch who like nothing Why better than family bike rides, or animal lovers of all ages who want to go on choose safari, we’re committed to delivering travel experiences Intrepid that fit your family. 04 Aroumd, Morocco The ultimate Legendary 03 itineraries local leaders We know every family holiday is precious, the Get ready to go beyond the main streets and chance to make lasting memories with the into the heart of a destination. Travelling with people you love. We’re committed to making it our expert local leaders means your family unforgettable. Our itineraries strike the perfect can focus on being in the moment instead balance between the group time and ‘family time’, of worrying about missing the last train out with a focus on experiences only made possible of town or where you can safely stroll. It’s when you’re travelling with a local leader. You want adventure travel with all the boring details taken freedom and flexibility as well as the highlights – care of, guided by a local who wants to bring Pyrenees, Andorra that’s why we craft tours that give you both. Cairo, Egypt you into their world. Travel 02 for good 05 Smaller groups Travelling as a family is a fun way to make a positive difference in the world. From Our groups are perfectly sized – on a meal made with produce grown on a average, just three to five families – to let family-run farm to visiting an elephant you feel like you’re exploring a destination rescue centre, when your family travels independently, but big enough to create a with us you know that your journey is giving good social vibe for kids and adults alike. back. Don’t just take our word for it – as the Whether you’re swapping stories at a local world’s first travel B Corp, we follow strict homestay, or making pizza with an Italian ethical standards on sustainability, supply family in their farmhouse, our small group chains and social responsibility. size opens up big opportunities the larger groups can only dream of. Ait Benhaddou, Morocco Myaing, Myanmar 2 Intrepid Family Adventures Intrepid Family Adventures 3 Travel has the power to expand minds, both young and old. But when there are language barriers to overcome, borders to GET AROUND, GO DEEPER HOW WE cross and cultural differences to navigate, We supplement the use of private vehicles you can spend a lot of energy just getting with local transport when possible. It’s better for the environment and a great way from A to B. Intrepid’s family adventures to immerse your family in another culture. allow you to make the most of your From overnight sleeper train adventures precious time together. Leave the stressful to cruising the Nile on board a traditional felucca, we choose ways to get you there bits to us and focus your energy on sharing that take you deeper. Travel the family experience of a lifetime. Authentic food Ait Benhaddou, Morocco Food is a great entry point to a new culture, whether you’re making bread in an earthen oven during a Berber homestay or watching your kids help a STAY REAL local Yangshuo chef select produce for dinner at the market, our trips include We pick accommodation that gives you a real feel food experiences that enhance your of the country you’re in, while remaining family adventure and give your family a taste of friendly. Like spending the night on a traditional the local flavours. junk boat in Halong Bay or a homestay with a family on a floating island on Lake Titicaca. No matter where we stay, we always choose locally run accommodation. Vietnam train Essaouira, Morocco Local connections By sharing laughter, stories and adventures with local people, you The iconic and the unexpected and your kids can learn about different ways of life, together. More importantly, you’ll find common Sure, exploring the pyramids with your kids is ground. We believe experiences like incredible, but so is finding yourself in the middle hanging out with Maasai warriors of a village football game or making traditional kites around a campfire or spending with Sri Lankan craftspeople. Our trips combine time on a Mexican hacienda help to the iconic with the unexpected to give your family raise the next generation of socially genuine insight into local life. conscious explorers. Bijaipur,Mexican Indiatacos SacredAroumd, Valley, Morocco Peru 4 Intrepid Family Adventures Intrepid Family Adventures 5 choose your style Every one of our trips has a particular style. It’s a way to help pick the adventure that best suits you, whether you’re after just the essentials, a whole bunch of inclusions or a little bit of both. The choice is yours. BASIX You’ll find Basix trips in the Africa section of this brochure. These safari trips involve an element of camping, though WhyA family do trip almost every site will have facilities available. WITH INTREPID ORIGINAL These are the trips we’ve built our reputation on! A mix of included activities and free time, using centrally located Intrepid’s family adventures are a chance to travel the world with the centre hotels that’ll have your family in the thick of the action when of yours. Take your education outside the classroom to places where you want to be, and relaxed resorts away from the crowds textbooks come to life, every local is a teacher and the most important when you need it most. There’s some meals on us and the chance to follow your nose. lessons aren’t necessarily planned. From the preserved history of Pompeii to Morocco’s wild, windswept dunes, these global adventures are the perfect COMFORT More inclusions, cushier accommodation and a more way to inspire the next generation of global citizens. relaxed pace – comfort trips are adventure travel with some of the rough edges smoothed away. Designed just for families TRIPS FOR TEENAGERS Forget crammed schedules and sweaty dashes to the train station. Our teenager trips have been specifically designed to These holidays are designed specifically for families, featuring keep young people engaged and having a good time well-paced itineraries with engaging activites and plenty of free (along with their parents). Whether it’s hiking the Inca time to explore together. Trail or rafting in Croatia, these trips include an element of physical activity and offer challenging itineraries to Safe, shared experiences keep older children occupied. FAMILY CYCLING We get that parents and kids want different things out of a There’s nothing better than an action-packed adventure holiday, so our itineraries include cultural experiences and active to keep the kids entertained and challenged. That’s why pursuits with safety at the forefront. Best of all, travelling with this year we’ve introduced our brand new family cycling other families means there’ll be other adventurers, both young trips. There’s no better way to get closer to a country and… well, slightly older, to share the journey and memories with. than weaving through villages and wheeling down hills, with nothing – no phone screen, no bus window – Families of all shapes and sizes between you and the world. Whether you’re a large family, solo parent, grandparent or single- child family, it can be stressful organising a holiday that’ll please PHYSICAL RATING everyone. We cater for every sort of family so sit back and we’ll take care of the logistics, from activities to accommodation, while Each of our trips has a physical rating, so you can tell how you spend more time with your kids and like-minded parents. exerting a trip is and how fit you’ll need to be to enjoy it. As a guide: Global citizens Easy and relaxing Bring your walking shoes Exploring the globe through adventure travel contributes to the development of worldly young people. Whether it’s sharing a meal An average level of fitness required with a local family during a homestay, learning about conservation Action-packed, physically demanding on a Kenyan game drive or getting to know other travellers, these Intrepid Family Adventures promote education through Full-on active adventure for the more experience, which will continue to benefit your kids long after agile traveller they return home. 6 Intrepid Family Adventures Intrepid Family Adventures 7 Meet your Our award-winning leaders are a diverse bunch with one thing in common: a passion for their part of the world.Leaders Here are just some you might meet on your travels.