The Intrepid Travel Take on the Indian Inbound Travel Market

In this episode of the Skift India Travel Podcast, Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia speaks with Rama Mahendru, India general manager of Intrepid Travel, about the company’s bold 2030 strategy to grow inbound tourism in India by 300%. Mahendru shares insights into why India is pivotal for Intrepid’s focus on immersive and sustainable travel, the infrastructure challenges impacting inbound tourism and how Intrepid is empowering women through its growing team of female tour leaders, addressing perceptions of India among single women travelers.

India’s Tourism Potential: India is on a growth trajectory for both international and domestic travel demand. The country boasts of diverse offerings, including the Himalayas, rivers for rafting, national parks for safaris, oceans for adventure sports, and deserts for expeditions. There is a rising interest in meaningful and experiential travel, especially among younger generations.