Intrepid Travel has launched a special edition fundraising cycling trip along Colombia’s Caribbean coast, raising funds for The Intrepid Foundation’s partner, World Bicycle Relief.
The eight-day Buffalo Ride Colombia trip, will run from 28 August to 4 September 2026, taking travellers from Cartagena to Santa Marta, with the journey designed to showcase World Bicycle Relief’s impact on the ground. World Bicycle Relief is a non-profit organisation that provides durable, locally assembled bicycles to help remove barriers to mobility in rural regions. Through Intrepid Travel’s fundraising trips and traveller donations, the organisation continues to expand its reach and impact.
Highlights of the Colombia trip include cycling to Minca in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, visiting a wildlife sanctuary in the fishing village of Camarones, and riding alongside World Bicycle Relief’s local team to learn firsthand about their work.
Ahead of departure, each traveller will fundraise AUD $2,500 through The Intrepid Foundation enough to provide 10 Buffalo Bicycles to rural communities, supporting access to education and healthcare, particularly for women and girls.
The Colombia trip follows the success of Intrepid’s inaugural Buffalo Ride Kenya, in 2025, which raised more than AUD $40,000 and connected 14 travellers with communities benefiting from their support. The Kenya trip will return in 2026 from 27 May to 4 June, while The Intrepid Foundation has set its largest fundraising goal yet for World Bicycle Relief, after raising more than $120,000 for the organisation last year.
Biheng Zhang, General Manager of The Intrepid Foundation said: “We deeply believe in the power of travel to drive meaningful, lasting change. Through our partnership with World Bicycle Relief, these fundraising trips allow travellers to see the real impact they’re helping to create – connecting with communities whose lives have been changed, while experiencing incredible destinations by bike.”
In addition to the fundraising trips, Intrepid supports the work of World Bicycle Relief through its annual Buffalo Ride, now in its fourth year. Taking place on 3 May, the global fundraising event gives riders around the world the opportunity to ride for good and raise funds to help mobilise more women and girls in rural communities through the provision of bicycles.
Di Mason, Managing Director World Bicycle Relief Australia said: “Nearly one billion people living in rural communities remain so isolated they’re forced to walk hours to access essential services – yet something as simple as a bicycle can be life-changing, opening up access to healthcare, education and livelihoods. We’re excited to continue working with The Intrepid Foundation to launch these initiatives and put more bikes into the hands of people in low-income rural communities around the world.”
Designed by World Bicycle Relief, the Buffalo Bike is built to withstand rugged terrain and heavy loads, offering a durable and sustainable transport solution. Over the last 20 years, World Bicycle Relief has distributed more than 868,000 bicycles in rural regions and supported more than four million people to thrive.
Travellers can find out more and secure their spot on Intrepid’s Buffalo Ride Kenya or the Buffalo Ride Colombia here (spaces are limited). Registration for the annual Buffalo Ride event is now open, and those who wish to participate can sign up here. Donations to World Bicycle Relief can be made through The Intrepid Foundation, with Intrepid Travel dollar-matching all monthly donations.
