Intrepid wins SLT Awards 2024
View(s):Intrepid Travel the world’s largest adventure travel company, a key player in Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, has been awarded at the Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024, winning the Best Destination Loyal Partner, Under Travel and Tourism Operator category and being shortlisted as a finalist in Best Sustainable Practices in Specified Tourist Services. These accolades reflect the company’s unwavering commitment to promoting Sri Lanka as a premier travel destination while embedding sustainability at the heart of its operations.
Winning the Destination Loyal Partner category highlights Intrepid’s long-standing partnership with Sri Lanka, bringing thousands of international travellers to experience the island’s unparalleled beauty, diverse culture, and rich heritage. The company’s innovative itineraries prioritize authentic local experiences while driving economic benefits to communities and preserving the environment.
Intrepid team with the award
Adding to the celebration, Natalie Kidd, Managing Director – Asia for Intrepid Travel, shared her thoughts: ‘This recognition is a testament to the incredible work of our team in Colombo and Globally. It highlights how Intrepid’s dedication to sustainable travel and meaningful connections with local communities continues to elevate Sri Lanka as a destination of choice. Together, we’re not just inspiring travellers but also creating lasting impacts for the people and places we visit.”
Poornaka Delpachitra, Intrepid’s Country General Manager receiving the Best Destination Loyal Partner award
In 2024, Intrepid achieved remarkable growth, welcoming over 4,000 travellers to Sri Lanka, a 209% increase from 2023, surpassing pre-COVID-19 levels. With ambitious plans to welcome over 15,000 travellers by 2030, the company aims to run 550+ small group adventure trips in 2025 which is over 75% growth from 2024, contributing significantly to Sri Lanka’s tourism and growth.
Poornaka Delpachitra, Intrepid’s Country General Manager for Sri Lanka, emphasised the significance of this achievement: “We are incredibly proud and humbled to be recognised at the National Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024. This achievement reflects our ambition to continue growing Sri Lanka as a key destination in our source markets, driving more travellers to the island and ensuring that the benefits are shared with local communities, while prioritising responsible and sustainable tourism practices.”
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