Expedition guide at Element X
Element X stands for adventure. Not the standard tourist adventure, but raw, transformative expeditions that take you physically and mentally out of your comfort zone. We take entrepreneurs and ambitious individuals to the most remote places in the world to help them grow, away from the daily rush. But such an expedition does not guide itself. We need you for that.
We are looking for (future) guides with a strong social and/or adventurous feeling, who want to grow in leadership, self-awareness, and professional skills. People who are ready to guide others in challenging circumstances - with respect, courage, and responsibility.
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Expedition guide at Element X
Element X stands for adventure. Not the standard tourist adventure, but raw, transformative expeditions that take you physically and mentally out of your comfort zone. We take entrepreneurs and ambitious individuals to the most remote places in the world to help them grow, away from the daily rush. But such an expedition does not guide itself. We need you for that.
We are looking for (future) guides with a strong social and/or adventurous feeling, who want to grow in leadership, self-awareness, and professional skills. People who are ready to guide others in challenging circumstances - with respect, courage, and responsibility.
TRAINING PROGRAMME
EXPEDITION GUIDE
Who is this programme suitable for?
Profiles with strong social skills
- Facilitators, outdoor guides, mentors, or coaches with a background in physical effort and adventure.
Experienced experts in adventure
- Ex-military personnel, professional divers, mountain guides, elite athletes, captains, top sportspeople, rope access specialists, … who can function smoothly and connect well in a group alongside their technical expertise.
Send your contact details, motivation, and CV to jobs@elementx.travel. We will include you in the communication for the next selection process in autumn 2026.
Selection Week
An intensive selection week in the ‘stress zone’, where you will be challenged physically, mentally, and socially.
We analyse group dynamics, initiative, and your resilience against cold, sleep, and food deprivation. Everything takes place in a safe, supportive context - guided by experts with both military and coaching backgrounds.
Follow-up Programme
After the training week, a very close selection will be made from all candidates. The selected candidates will start in our follow-up programme, with training, courses, and challenges that will prepare them to lead expeditions worldwide.
TRAINING PROGRAMME
EXPEDITION GUIDE
Training Week
A training week in the ‘stretch zone’, where you are challenged both physically, mentally, and socially. We test your endurance (food, sleep, cold), group dynamics, initiative, and your ability to learn in practice. Everything takes place in a safe, supportive context - guided by experts with military and coaching backgrounds.
This week is experiential: by doing, you learn techniques, get to know yourself, and discover your natural leadership style. At the end, you will receive a personal analysis of your strengths and growth opportunities.
Follow-up programme
After the training week, a very selective process is carried out among all candidates. The selected candidates will start in our follow-up programme, with training such as WAFA and WRT, where they will be prepared to lead expeditions worldwide.
Who is this programme suitable for?
- (Future) guides, mentors, or coaches with a feel for people and adventure.
- Socially strong, eager to learn, and open-minded profiles.
Other vacancies
Check out our open vacancies below and
discover how you can become part of our team.
Other vacancies
Check out our open vacancies below and discover how you can become part of our team.