Our expeditions
Wilderness
expeditions
The level tells you where you will end up, not where you start. The preparation gets you there.
Torn between
two expeditions?
A short call with Miel, our founder, and you will know which one suits you, and whether you suit the group.
Book an introductory call
Wilderness expeditions
for entrepreneurs
A wilderness expedition with Element X takes you far from roads, signal and fixed plans: across the Greenland ice cap, through the canyons of Oman or over the passes of Kyrgyzstan. You go as a small, selected group, led by experienced expedition leaders.
Every expedition starts three to six months before departure with a preparation programme: physical tests, group training sessions and a technical training tailored to the destination. Levels range from Explore, with entry level weekends and Basecamp Adventures for the whole family, to Xtreme, extreme and remote. Prices start from €3,200 per person, always excluding flights.
For companies we also build tailor made expeditions, as a leadership programme for your team.
See tailor madeHow an expedition
with Element X works
Introduction and selection
Before we start, we get to know you personally: why you want to go, what you are looking for and whether the expedition matches your experience. We also check whether you and the group are a good match.
Preparation programme
Starts three to six months before departure, with a minimum of three months. First an individual phase (moving, packing list, medical information), then together with your group: the kick off, group training sessions, a technical training tailored to the destination and a final check.
The full preparation
The expedition
You set off physically, practically and mentally prepared, with the group you have been training with for months. Two expedition leaders lead you on the ground, and our basecamp in Belgium follows you 24/7.
What participants
take home
“In the past ten years, there was not a single day when I did not think about my business. During the challenging Sahara crossing, I was finally able to switch off completely. I learned to put things into perspective again. Back home, I immediately felt the impact: more clarity, better sleep and more rest.”Frederik TalemanFounder & CEO | Hive CPQ
“Very satisfied with the collaboration with Element X. From A to Z, everything was worked out and thought through down to the smallest detail. Our wish to be truly immersed in local culture and adventure was fully met. The guidance was professional and at the same time very warm. Absolutely recommended.”Jan De ClerckAlinso Group
“Our group felt right from the very first minute. Authentic, warm and energetic. I had an amazing time and felt that we truly formed a team. What touches me most: I found the Dieter again that I had lost for 25 years. That realisation alone makes this expedition unforgettable. What an experience.”Dieter HolvoetOwner | Bouwfirma.be
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questions
What is included in the price?
The preparation programme of three to six months, guidance by our expedition leaders, the shared expedition gear, all meals and nights during the expedition and local transport. Flights, insurance and your personal clothing are not included. Each expedition page lists exactly what is included.
Why are flights not included?
We only book flights once the group is confirmed. They are invoiced separately during the preparation programme, as soon as they are booked.
How fit do I need to be?
That depends on the level. Explore needs basic fitness, Adventure requires good fitness, Challenge asks more because of altitude, cold or technique, and Xtreme is extreme and remote. At the kick off we measure your strength, mobility and fitness and you get training advice.
Do I need experience?
For most expeditions, no. What you need technically, you learn during the preparation programme, in a training tailored to the destination. In the introductory call we look together at whether an expedition matches your experience.
How do I sign up?
Book an introductory call or take a free option on the expedition page. You receive an intake questionnaire, and after the call we confirm your place. You pay in two parts: 50% on registration and 50% two months before departure.
Can I go on an expedition with my team or company?
Yes. Most expeditions can also run privately for your team, and we build tailor made expeditions as a leadership programme for companies. See the tailor made options
