Intrepid Travel has acquired two new properties – the 20-room Edge of the Bay resort in Tasmania, Australia, and a 17-room riad in Marrakech, Morocco.
Edge of the Bay is located in Coles Bay on Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula, set on 7.3 hectares overlooking Wineglass Bay. Established in 1980 by Jill and Ray Johnston, the family has operated the resort since then. Intrepid plans to integrate its foundation partner Greening Australia at the property, introducing nature-based guest experiences and fundraising efforts for the environmental organisation.
In Marrakech, Intrepid Travel’s newly acquired traditional Moroccan guesthouse covers 470m² and is situated within a five-minute walk of the medina. Purchased from a private owner, Intrepid will begin full operation in July 2025. Guests will have access to culinary experiences both onsite and in the medina, with chefs recruited through Intrepid Travel’s foundation partner, the Amal Association, which offers culinary training to women in Morocco.
These acquisitions form part of Intrepid Travel’s accommodation strategy to build a portfolio of small-scale properties focused on community impact. All accommodation, available for independent booking outside of Intrepid tours, aim to provide authentic experiences while supporting local communities.
With these additions, Intrepid Travel’s accommodation portfolio expands to four properties. The company acquired the Daintree Ecolodge in Tropical North Queensland in 2023 and holds a multi-year lease on a hotel in Hoi An, Vietnam. It plans to increase to 20 properties worldwide over the next three years.
Intrepid Travel CEO James Thornton said: “Our approach to accommodation is underpinned by a commitment to preserving culture, fostering connection, supporting communities and boosting travel’s economic contribution within the local community.”
“At the heart of this strategy is Intrepid’s accommodation philosophy: to offer an immersive stay that acts as a gateway to explore the destination and connect meaningfully to its community, culture and environment, while providing a comfortable base to relax,” added Celine Hurelle, general manager of accommodation at Intrepid.
