The Intrepid Travel story
Intrepid Travel was founded in Australia in 1989 by Darrell Wade and Geoff Manchester and is owned today by Private; co-founders Darrell Wade and Geoff Manchester hold a majority, with French investor Genairgy as a minority shareholder. It is one of 12 Mobility & Auto brands in this year's ranking, where it places #5.
Why people trust Intrepid Travel
It has been a certified B Corporation since August 2018 and its 2026 results release reports a 2025 Net Promoter Score of 83.
The watch-out
Intrepid does not publish how much of its sales are made direct versus through travel agents, and its revenue is a company-stated figure from a private company, not a filed account.
Why Intrepid Travel ranks #17
Consumer Trust & Sentiment, scored 86 out of 100.
Brand Recall, scored 74 out of 100.
The WCRC D2C Trust Score gives 80% of the weight to Consumer Trust, Brand Recall, Positioning and Brand Love. Intrepid Travel scores 82.74 overall.
Pillar profile
Versus its nearest rivals
Questions people ask
What rank is Intrepid Travel in WCRC's Australia & New Zealand's Most Trusted D2C Brands 2026?
Intrepid Travel ranks #17 of 100 in WCRC's Australia & New Zealand's Most Trusted D2C Brands 2026, with a WCRC D2C Trust Score of 82.74 out of 100.
Why is Intrepid Travel trusted?
It has been a certified B Corporation since August 2018 and its 2026 results release reports a 2025 Net Promoter Score of 83.
What is Intrepid Travel's revenue?
A$809.3M revenue (2025), as stated by the company.
Who owns Intrepid Travel?
Intrepid Travel is owned by Private; co-founders Darrell Wade and Geoff Manchester hold a majority, with French investor Genairgy as a minority shareholder. It was founded in 1989 in Australia and is based in Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
What is Intrepid Travel's biggest challenge?
Intrepid does not publish how much of its sales are made direct versus through travel agents, and its revenue is a company-stated figure from a private company, not a filed account.
Key facts
| Brand | Intrepid Travel |
|---|---|
| Company / owner | Private; co-founders Darrell Wade and Geoff Manchester hold a majority, with French investor Genairgy as a minority shareholder |
| Headquarters | Melbourne, VIC, Australia |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Founder(s) | Darrell Wade and Geoff Manchester |
| Latest revenue | A$809.3M revenue (2025), as stated by the company |
| Sector | Mobility & Auto |
| Country of origin | Australia |
Sources
- Revenue figure published by the company in its own announcements
- Company website, official announcements and press releases
- Published interviews and statements by the founders and leadership
- WCRC Business Intelligence Unit research: consumer ratings and reviews, complaint records, search demand and social data