IRTA 2022 Pathfinders Gold Winner - Pradeep Murthy

The Gold Award for Pathfinders goes to Pradeep Murthy!
Widely acknowledged as a pioneer in adventure travel in North Kerala, the founder of MuddyBoots Vacations, Pradeep Murthy, put popular destinations such as Wayanad on the active tourism map, and offered activities like zip lining and kayaking to a completely new set of travellers. Working closely with local and public stakeholders, he inspired a culture of professionalism, while opening up new places, introducing communities to tourism, and making sure that it remained sustainable, scientific, and safe.