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WA-70003

Intrepid Travel / Wild Bush LuxuryWA-70003

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Processing timeline

16

days

Filed

20 Jan 2026

Notification waiver determination published

Decision

5 Feb 2026Notification waiver determination published
Type
Waiver
Outcome
Not approved
Stage
Waiver application
Status
Assessment completed

Parties

Acquirer(s)

INTREPID TRAVEL PTY LTD ABN - 35 007 172 456

Target(s) or Vendor(s)

EXPERIENCE CO LIMITED ABN - 56 167 320 470, WILD BUSH LUXURY EXPERIENCE PTY LTD ABN - 47 648 431 734

Other parties

INTREPID GROUP PTY LTD ABN - 30 131 952 513

Summary

Intrepid Travel Pty Ltd, a global experiential travel company, acquired 100% shares in boutique Australian tourism operator Wild Bush Luxury Experience Pty Ltd from Experience Co Limited. Wild Bush Luxury manages unique walks and luxury lodges across Tasmania, South Australia, and the Northern Territory.

Acquisition details

This application relates to the Acquisition by Intrepid Travel Pty Ltd ( Intrepid ) of 100% shares in Wild Bush Luxury Experience Pty Ltd ( Wild Bush Luxury ) held by Experience Co Limited ( ExCo ). Intrepid Group Pty Ltd ( IG ) is a global, purpose-led experiential travel company, specialising in small group tours and travel experiences. IG has 31 offices around the world and operates more than 1,000 small group adventures in 118 countries. Intrepid is a subsidiary of IG. Wild Bush Luxury is a boutique Australian tourism operator that manages and operates the 'The Maria Island Walk' (in Tasmania), 'Arkaba Walk (in South Australia), 'Arkaba Homestead' (in South Australia), and 'Bamurru Plains' (in the Northern Territory).

Industry

Broad:Hospitality & LeisureANZSIC 4400:AccommodationANZSIC 5010:Scenic and Sightseeing TransportANZSIC 7220:Travel Agency and Tour Arrangement ServicesANZSIC 8922:Nature Reserves and Conservation Parks Operation

Decisions and key events

5 Feb 2026Notification waiver determination publishedAttachmentPDF150.3 KB

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