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ABOUT WILD AXIS
BUILT FOR ADVENTURE
REAL EXPEDITIONS. SMALL TEAMS. BIG EXPERIENCE.
BUILT ON EXPERIENCE
Wild Axis Expeditions was founded by James and Shannon, two adventure-driven explorers with a shared passion for remote and wild travel experiences.
James is an Armed Forces veteran with over 20 years of experience operating in some of the world’s most remote, challenging, and unpredictable environments from high mountain ranges to far-flung oceans. His background brings a calm, methodical, safety-focused approach to expedition planning, with real-world expertise in navigation, field operations, and remote readiness developed through years spent working at the sharp end.
Shannon is an experienced diver and operational frontline medic, with extensive time spent working in high-pressure and demanding environments. Her medical knowledge, preparation skills, and focus on resilience and wellbeing ensure every journey is supported by a high standard of duty of care.
Together, they created Wild Axis Expeditions to offer small-group adventures that are authentic, challenging, and grounded in respect for the landscapes and cultures they explore.
Wild Axis Expeditions is fully insured, operates in accordance with UK and European travel regulations, and partners with trusted local operators to deliver safe, responsible and professionally managed adventures around the world.
WHY CHOOSE US?
EXPERT LOCAL PARTNERS
We work side by side with trusted local guides training them to align with our expedition ethos and high safety standards. That way, you get both local knowledge and Wild Axis quality.
THE WILD AXIS DIFFERENCE
Climb. Ride. Dive. Paddle. We bring multiple disciplines into our journeys making every trip unique, progressive, and unlike anything you'll find in a standard package.
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ADVENTURE WITH PURPOSE
Our trips aren't about mass tourism. They're immersive, challenging, and designed to leave you with stories that last a lifetime not just a stamp in your passport.
CURATED, RECCED AND PROVEN
Every route, camp, and activity is personally scouted and recced by us. If we don't believe in it, it doesn't make it into the expedition.
DESIGNED FOR DISCOVERY
Our expeditions aren't off-the-shelf. We mapthem, scout them, and test them ourselves so every moment feels raw, real, and rewarding.
SOLO-FRIENDLY, TEAM-MINDED
Whether you join solo or with friends, you'll be part of a small, close-knit team. No big buses or cookie-cutter itineraries here. Just explorers sharing the wild.
Your Money is Protected
FINANCIAL PROTECTION FOR EVERY EXPEDITION
WILD AXIS EXPEDITIONS IS COMMITTED TO YOUR PEACE OF MIND.
All customer payments are securely held in a Trust My Travel protection account, ensuring your funds are safe until your trip is completed.
This means that in the unlikely event of company insolvency or supplier failure, your money and your booking are protected - guaranteed under UK and EU travel regulations.
PROUD TO SUPPORT THE ARMED FORCES COMMUNITY
COMMITTED TO THOSE WHO SERVE
WILD AXIS EXPEDITIONS IS A PROUD SIGNATORY OF THE ARMED FORCES COVENANT.
As a veteran-owned business, the Armed Forces community is close to our hearts and something we’re proud to support.
Signing the Armed Forces Covenant is our way of showing that commitment and recognising the service and sacrifices made by serving personnel, veterans, reservists and their families.
We offer dedicated discounts across our expeditions and are proud to create opportunities for the Armed Forces community to get outdoors, take on new challenges and share some incredible adventures.
RESPONSIBLE & SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
EXPLORING THE WORLD - PROTECTING IT TOO
At Wild Axis Expeditions, adventure and responsibility go hand in hand.
We believe that every journey should leave a positive mark - on people, places and the planet.
We work with local guides, small communities, and family-run lodges to ensure tourism directly benefits the regions we explore. Our expeditions are low-impact, small-group, and designed to respect culture, wildlife and the environment.
From reducing single use plastics to supporting local conservation initiatives, were committed to travelling better, not just further.