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IBEX EXPEDITIONS

Bespoke Adventure Journeys, Cultural, Safari & Luxury Travel in India and Overseas

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Adventure & Luxury Holidays in India & Overseas

In 1979, we transformed our own love of maps into the aspirations of Adventure & Luxury holidays in India and distant lands.

Ibex Expeditions is among the best discerning travel outfitters in India, creating handcrafted, award-winning journeys in the sphere of adventure expeditions, Himalayan journeys, wildlife safaris, experiential holidays, and luxury travel in India.

We also curate journeys to overseas destinations, from Mongolia to the Antarctic and Madagascar to the Arctic!

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Special Edition Journeys

REFLECTIONS OF A RIVER -THE BRAHMAPUTRA
28 NOVEMBER – 7 DECEMBER 2024

The Brahmaputra is the third largest river in the world and the largest in India. It originates from the northern side of the Himalayas, in Burang County of Tibet and flows through the ranges before breaking through Arunachal Pradesh and Assam finally entering Bangladesh.Through its journey it has different names – Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, Jamuna in Bangladesh, and the Brahmaputra in Assam.The Tsangpo flows into Arunachal Pradesh as the Siang on which we will raft.



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MEKONG - THE RICH TAPESTRY OF RIVER LIFE
27 MARCH - 6 APRIL 2025

Indeed there can be no more striking cultural contrast than between the tranquility of Cambodia and the bustling Vietnam delta. We start from Siem Reap in Cambodia, with Angor Wat, to the vibrant French colonial port of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) in Vietnam. All through the vast delta, rich in human life and endeavour, we travel along the main channel through the rich countryside of Cambodia & Vietnam.

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SPRINGTIME IN SVALBARD ARCTIC EXPEDITION CRUISE
11 – 20 MAY 2025

Join PolarQuest and award-winning photographer and cameraman Doug Allan for an unforgettable expedition cruise through the magnificent wilderness of Svalbard! Ibex trip leader, Himraj Soin will also accompany our group. It's spring in Svalbard, and it's an awe-inspiring experience to be there when the archipelago comes to life: the Arctic fox and the Svalbard reindeer still wear their winter coats, walruses are often seen resting on the ice floes, and if we're lucky, we might see the polar bear hunting for seals. Birdlife is beginning to return to Svalbard, and it's a good time to view king eiders and rock ptarmigans. Glittering ice formations, snow-capped mountains, fjord ice, and pastel-coloured skies dominate the fairytale winter landscape.

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BEYOND MONKS AND MONASTERIES: JEEP SAFARI KASHMIR TO ZANSKAR TO KULU
10-21 AUGUST 2025

Experience a treasure trove of unique landscapes and cultures - from scenic alpine lakes and the snowcapped peaks of Kashmir, rafting on the Drass river, to visiting ancient tribes and villages.

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OMAN - THE LAND OF SINBAD
1-9 OCTOBER 2025

The Wind that moves the Bedouin ~ a journey to the heart of ancient Arabia.
From spectacular mountains, wind-blown deserts and a pristine coastline, Oman is the obvious choice for those seeking out the modern face of Arabia while still sensing its ancient soul. The story of Sinbad comes from the Arabian Nights and talks of his 7 voyages with the first being in Oman.

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GOD'S OWN COUNTRY - A RIVER BOAT CRUISE IN STYLE
08-15 NOVEMBER 2025

Anita & Mandip Soin will lead this magical boat journey from Kochi through the charming backwaters for 7 nights in Kerala. Ibex Expeditions brings this new experience on the stylish riverboat.

Ibex Expeditions organises boat journeys on the Brahmaputra, Hooghly and Mekong and is now delighted to offer this through Kerala’s backwaters.

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ANTARCTICA - CRUISE SOUTH, FLY NORTH
20 FEBRUARY - 2 MARCH 2026

Revel in the excitement of crossing the famed 800-km wide Drake Passage after embarking from Ushuaia, Argentina, with the convenience of a northbound return flight at the end of your 10-day expedition. Minke and humpback whales or Adélie penguins floating on ice floes may greet you as you pass, en route to the northernmost tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. Sailing one way and flying the other gives you the best of both worlds! Led by Anita and Mandip Singh Soin.

The surreal silence in this vast wilderness may at first overwhelm you, but playful, charismatic wildlife and your intrepid travelling companions keep you grounded. You will develop a new appreciation and understanding of Antarctica’s extreme contrasts: harsh, rugged mountain peaks and fragile ecosystems; stark, lonely icescapes and incredibly large colonies of gregarious penguins.

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SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED SPECIAL EDITION JOURNEYS



BEYOND MONKS AND MONASTERIES: JEEP SAFARI KASHMIR TO ZANSKAR TO KULU
10-21 AUGUST 2025

Experience a treasure trove of unique landscapes and cultures - from scenic alpine lakes and the snowcapped peaks of Kashmir, rafting on the Drass river, to visiting ancient tribes and villages.

A PASSAGE INTO HISTORY: ADVENTURE RIVER CRUISE KOLKATA TO FARAKKA
17-26 JANUARY 2024

The seven-day cruise delves into the history book of Medieval India, under the Hindus in the 12th century and the Mughals as the Eastern India capital from the 14th to the 16th centuries.


CROSSING BORDERS ~ SIANG & BRAHMAPUTRA ~ 11 NOVEMBER 2022

A voyage through Assam on the tempestuous Brahmaputra River is an indelible experience. Once it reaches Assam, it becomes the Brahmaputra or son of Brahma...

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A HIMALAYAN STORY - 25 DECEMBER 2022

With its snow-capped giants and delightfully charming people, Nepal is home to monasteries, yaks, and eight of the world’s highest mountain peaks, including the world-renowned Mount Everest....

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THE IBEX EXPEDITIONS ARCTIC EXPEDITION MAY 2023

Experience an unforgettable Svalbard adventure with the small and comfortable expedition ship. In June, the midnight sun reigns supreme, the bird colonies are teeming with life, and the peaks of the dramatic mountain ranges are beautifully snow-covered...

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INDIA’S WILD HEART

On this exciting new adventure, Anita & Mandip Soin invites you to celebrate the outdoors and the freedom to explore it with a deep sense of gratitude and respect for the wilderness we must protect...

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INTO THE WILD: BORI & SATPURA NATIONAL PARKS

Tucked amidst the lush and rustic locale of Dhapada village, Bori Safari Lodge is a charming resort in Madhya Pradesh on 7 ½ acres of farmland. Bori is the new emerging tiger landscape...

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STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN, BHUTAN
27 SEPTEMBER - 5 OCTOBER 2023

Bhutan is no ordinary place. It's the last great Himalayan kingdom, shrouded in mystery and magic. This 8-night journey begins with travelling to the capital city, Thimphu, onto Punakha, and to the scenic valley of Gangtey, home of the endangered black-necked cranes. We then return to Paro and hike to the fabled 9th-century Taktsang Monastery, called the Tiger’s Nest.
Accommodation in Bhutanese charming local hotels

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THEMES

Name your fantasy, and we’ll fashion a route bearing your particular passions, quirks and sleep schedules.

PLACES

Adventure Travel with Ibex Expeditions

We have personally scoured the corners and crevices of the diverse cultures and countrysides of the world. We found kind hosts and breath-taking landscapes to guide you towards the adventure tours.  We are constantly renewing, refreshing, re-imagining our trove of curiosities. All our collaborators share our aesthetics, our ethics and our joy.

Journeys In India

Journeys Around The World

Ibex Departures

Led by photographers, explorers, writers, environmentalists, yogis, artists and locals of the land.

OUR PLEDGE

Sustainability is not simply part of our ethos, it forms the very essence of what we do and why do it. With every walk you take, every community you visit, we invent ways to travel for a greater good. Leave no trace even as you make an impact.

  • Indo-Pak Friendship Expedition in the Swiss Alps, supported by the UN.

  • Travellers bring items to communities, contributing to local projects.

  • Remote area communities, Ladakh. Photography by Martin Hartely.

  • “Pack for a Purpose” enables travellers to make informed decisions about items to bring.

  • Visiting local communities in Ladakh. Photography by Martin Hartely.

  • Tribes of Andaman & Nicobar Island.

Memberships

TESTIMONIALS

  • Expedition to Mt Meru

    ” Anita and Mandip, Thanks again for the wonderful logistics and great staff for the Meru expedition. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed our experience in India. Ibex – the best game in town”

    –Conrad Anker, USA

  • Humanitarian tour in South India

    “The humanitarian projects were a good idea and I do appreciate that you were able to use the money to make great sewing kits. Seems that they were much needed and much appreciated. We found other ways to give out the reading glasses to many in the villages. The group loved being with the women in the Tsunami project, and I think it was a highlight for them to learn how to make the dolls. Thank you for all your help in setting up this adventure.”

    -Susan Eckert, USA

  • Wildlife Tour to Ranthambhore and Corbett

    “Of all the 13 tours I’ve led, our 3 Ibex escorts were by far the best – friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and a tower of strength.”

    -Joan Robb, New Zealand

  • Expedition in Garhwal

    “We had a very successful trip with the 2nd ascent of Shivling East ridge. Very smooth and professional service – great people! Definitely return with Ibex.”

    -Mark Richey

  • Trekking in Kishtwar

    “It is our opinion that care of the environment is at the very heart of Ibex Expeditions business philosophy. This is the main reason why we choose to travel with Ibex since we know that the beautiful mountain environment is safe with them.“

    -Dave & Dawn Hatton, UK

  • Luxury holiday in India

    “As a lover of luxury, I was nervous (to say the least) about my forthcoming trip in India. What a mistake. The people, the views, the air, the atmosphere, the organisation… now that is what I call luxury!” -Samiya Sheridan, Oman

  • Cultural holidays in India

    “Together with friends, I have made four trips in India with Ibex—cultural explorations of Rajasthan and Orissa, and treks in Sikkim and Ladakh. They were all beautifully designed and flawlessly executed. Anita and Mandip understand my tastes and interests, and show us the best of India. I would not consider travelling in India without Ibex!”

    -Jim Stent, Thailand

  • Trekking in Sikkim

    “I am extremely pleased to tell you that our adventure in Sikkim was just wonderful thanks to a perfect organisation of IBEX. I would like to confirm my personal appreciation for the special kindness and friendship received when we were your guests in India and the outstanding professional support during the entire trip. We all hope to see you again in the near future.”

    -Don Arturo Bergamaschi, Italy

  • A trek in the Garhwal Himalaya retracing the steps of Frank Smythe

    “Just a message to express my post travel sense of a fine ‘mission accomplished’ and the excellent way you and your organisation made my nostalgic visit to my old Garhwal haunts. Such a memorable experience.”

    -John Millar, UK

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