Ahead of International Women’s Day on 8 March, three new Intrepid Women’s Expeditions trips in Peru, Cambodia and Bhutan, departing September 2026, are doubling down on opportunities for female travellers and women in travel.
The launch comes amid major growth in this category for the adventure travel company with a 32 per cent increase in bookings for the Intrepid Women’s Expeditions range in 2025, of which 77 per cent were solo female travellers.
The B Corp also reveals that women now comprise more than half of Intrepid travellers and seek experiences offering deeper connection, community and cultural immersion.
The new Intrepid Women’s Expeditions trips range from eight to 11 days and feature women-led activities designed to break down gender barriers and support women-owned businesses, while delivering memorable travel experiences.
In South America, the eight-day Peru Women’s Expedition trip includes the lesser-known Chichero to Urquillos hike in the Peruvian Andes with an all-female crew.
Meanwhile, the eight-day Cambodia Women’s Expedition itinerary highlights include a women-led tuk-tuk street food tour, and the 11-day Bhutan Women’s Expedition features a traditional herbal hot stone bath at a women-owned farmhouse.
Designed for women, by women, Intrepid Travel General Manager of Experiences Erika Kritikedes said: “As we continue to evolve our Women’s Expeditions range, we’re prioritising destinations where tourism can deliver meaningful positive impact, while offering unique, women-led experiences for our travellers.”
Globally, women represent 36 per cent of Intrepid trip leaders with the aim to reach 40 per cent by 2030 as the company expands its portfolio of women-led experiences.
These latest Intrepid Women’s Expeditions trips will directly develop 12 women-led experiences and support eight new women-owned businesses.
First launched in 2018, Intrepid now offers eight Women’s Expeditions trips worldwide in India, Morocco, Nepal, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and now Peru, Cambodia and Bhutan.
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KARRYON UNPACKS: Intrepid Women’s Expeditions reflect a broader shift towards purpose-driven and solo travel. For advisors, women-led itineraries offer a powerful niche product that combines cultural immersion with social impact for female travellers.
