Intrepid Travel completes Haka Tours takeover, rebrands to Intrepid DMC

Intrepid Travel managing director ANZ Brett Mitchell says New Zealand is an important part of its regional strategy. (Image: Supplied)

John Anthony

Fri, 08 Aug 2025

Intrepid Travel has bought the remaining shares of small group tour operator Haka Tours, moving from 60% to 100% ownership and rebranding the business under its name.In October 2021, Intrepid Travel, a privately owned Australian company, acquired a 60% majority stake in New Zealand’s Haka Tours and its sister brand, ANZ Nature Tours.Name changeFounded in 2007 by Ryan Sanders, Haka Tours offers package travel itineraries that include accommodation, transport, guides, and breakfast. Group sizes are capped at 16 to ensure a close, like-minde...

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