Jill Ferguson is an environmental activist who consults diverse organizations on responsible and sustainable practices. Also, as a co-creator of Vaayu, she has been an integral part in building a dynamic community space for water sports, art, wellbeing, and consciousness, on the shores of Goa. In this episode, listen to her journey from the wes ...…

Puja Mitra is a professional conservation practitioner who carries experiences from stints at World Wildlife Fund (WWF India), The Kishkinda Trust, and Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations (FIAPO) among others. She founded Terra Conscious to spearhead responsible and ethical dolphin watching practices on the Indian waters. In th ...…

Experience the interesting world of Ceylon tea when in Sri Lanka. From train rides through plantations, High Tea sessions, colonial planters bungalows, tea museum visits, tea tastings, and tea estate-covered vistas in the Hill Country. In this episode, get an auditory glimpse of the typical tea making process, on tours at the Ceylon Tea Museum ...…

Raja & The Whales is among a handful of responsible whale watching tour operators in Mirissa, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Expect to see different species of the largest animal on the planet including blue whales, sperm whales, humpback whales, and porpoises, dolphins, turtles and more. In this episode, I just introduce Raja & The Whales ...…

Tashiya de Mel is a story teller at heart. Her passion to explore off the beaten paths is evident on her Instagram profile called Lost in Ceylon! Also, as a freelance communications specialist, she advises across various industries in organisations including the United Nations Population Fund among others. In this episode, get a glimpse of her ...…

Listen to the rhythmic sounds of the Dances of Sri Lanka from a cultural show at the Kandy Lake Club. In this episode, enjoy an hour-long audio performed by the Kandy Lake Club Dance Ensemble! ******* Kandy Lake Club Visit their website Like them on Facebook Follow them on Instagram Nearby Helga's Folly Royal Bar & Hotel Temple of the Sacred To ...…

Kamal is a local guide and destination expert on his hometown Ella and its scenic surroundings. Passionate about showcasing the best of Ella, he has created an unique experience called Ella Tuk Tuk Safari, by offering customised tours on his fleet of tuk tuks. In this episode, he talks about why Ella is a must visit for both locals and travelle ...…

Jeremy Klynsmith is a surfing and skateboarding enthusiast who dabbled in a couple of high-paying professions before settling down for a simpler life. As the heart of Verse Collective, with the soul being his wife, Peni Wick, they are building a community of creatives, and encouraging a collaborative digital nomad lifestyle. In this episode, he ...…

Listen to the ambient sounds of Galle Face Green, Colombo's mile-long stretch of urban park with an oceanfront promenade. In this short episode, get an audio teaser of what the bustling Galle Face Green has to offer! ******* Galle Face Green Port City Colombo NearbyCapsule by SalaGalle Face Hotel Shangri La Star Anise The Kingsbury World Trade ...…

Maria Victor is a travel experiences curator, who hopped between corporate finance jobs before taking a plunge into the travel industry. She started Make It Happen to bring different perspectives to your travels across India. In this episode, she talks about ancient rock carvings in Goa, santoor musicians and ice stupas in Ladakh, and tribal we ...…

Join us as we relive our memories of a week-long trek in the Langtang Valley, Nepal. From sighting wild bee hives, bears and Himalayan flowers to making friends over ginger honey lemon tea, momos, and apple pies, this was a trip worth the pain! In this episode, listen to anecdotes and rants about a short adventure on the fringes of Langtang Nat ...…

Lantang (3,430 m) and Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 m) are two picturesque villages in the Langtang valley, north of Kathmandu, Nepal. Part of a popular trekking route on the fringes of the namesake national park, it attracts adventurers from around the world. In 2015, and earthquake triggered an avalanche that completely levelled Langtang village, and ...…

Jason Shah is a travel ideator fascinated by cultural narratives, food heritage and identity. Over the past few years, he has been actively involved in promoting such ideas, highlighting similar interests, and inspiring several individuals in Nepal. As one half of SherpaShah, he, along with like-minded friends and patrons, creates immersive tra ...…

Here & There is a recurring series on Get Out podcast where we feature remote and isolated accommodations from my own travels. In Room #1, we look at five such experiences from across Nepal. ******* Annapurna Eco Village - Astam, Nepal 28°17'38.0"N 83°54'33.0"E Australian Camp - Dhampus, Nepal 28°18'19.7"N 83°49'48.2"E Gurung Cottage - Ghandruk ...…

Listen to the ambient sounds of Boudha, a religious site housing one of the largest stupas in Nepal. In this short episode, get an audio teaser of what the atmospheric surrounds of Boudhanath Stupa have to offer! ******* Boudhanath NearbyAnanda Tree House Cafe Kopan Monastery Mechung Taragaon Museum Un Día Blanco ******* Incidental music captur ...…

Christopher Guest has been climbing since the tender age of nine. As an experienced mountaineer and Ironman triathlete, he has scaled a few peaks around the world. Now, occasionally, he does leisurely treks introducing amateurs to the mountains. In this episode, listen to his journey from rock climbing in his neighbourhood during weekends as a ...…

Dzükou Valley is a picturesque region that graces the borders between Nagaland and Manipur in Northeast India. Here's my trekking experience across this pristine landscape featuring rainforests, streams, caves, and misty rolling hills covered in dwarf bamboo and seasonal wild flowers. I got to see the indigenous Dzükou Lily too. In this episode ...…

Krishna VG has been riding his bike for over a decade. As the co-founder of Free Spirits Motorcycling Club, a close-knit community of passionate bikers in Bangalore, he brings families - including kids and pets - together on riding experiences across India. In this episode, listen to his journey from heading out on short day rides around the ci ...…

John Pollard pioneered recreational white water rafting in peninsular India nearly two decades ago. As the founder of Southern River Adventures, a rafting company, and the co-owner of Off The Grid, a remote jungle homestay, ‘The Riverman’ has been encouraging folks to enjoy the outdoors since his teenage years. In this episode, listen to his fa ...…

Neil D’souza won Gold at the IMF Mountain Film Festival in 2018 for his film that documented the adventures of All India Overland. Founding Neil Productions among his other startups, he now exclusively covers outdoors, water sports and adventure activities across India. In this episode, listen to his multifaceted journey from being a web develo ...…

Alex Sebastian is a leading fixture in the Bangalore Ultimate and the Indian Ultimate scene. After founding the Bangalore-based Ultimate team Air Traffic Control in 2012, which blossomed amid the lush environs of Cubbon Park, he occasionally manages the young folks who represent the country at Ultimate tournaments abroad. In this episode, liste ...…

Anup Joseph Kattukaran, an underwater photographer and cinematographer, has won a bunch of awards including the Cannes Lions and CLIO Award among others. After co-founding the boutique production studio 1st December Films in Bangalore about a decade ago - which counts Nike, Suzuki NEXA, Nike, and a few others as their clients - between shooting ...…

Welcome to the Get Out podcast. In this short episode, I introduce the show, so you know what to expect. Cheers! Show cover jingle courtesy of Icons8 Music by Nordgroove from Fugue