RGS Explore Weekend 2025
Calling the next generation of explorers!
The 49th edition of the RGS Explore Weekend takes place from Friday 31 October to Sunday 2 November in London. Find out all about this unique exploration community event.
Your next great journey starts here
Tickets for the RGS Explore Weekend 2025 are now on sale. Use the code EARLYEXPLORE2025 by Friday 1 August for 20% off!
Ready to turn your expedition and field project ideas into achievable, actionable plans?
Join the vibrant exploration community at the Society for the UK's only dedicated event for planning expeditions, field projects and purposeful journeys, packed with inspiration, practical advice, and networking.
Whether you're a student planning an overseas venture, a budding field researcher with a new idea, a curious traveller seeking to make a positive impact, or an adventurous content creator looking to tell transformative stories – if you’re inspired to explore the world in a challenging and meaningful way, and to give something back by doing so, this weekend is your launchpad.
- Learn from over a hundred world-leading expedition professionals, researchers and communicators.
- Attend diverse workshops from planning your itinerary and managing risk to ethical travel and sharing your discoveries.
- Get tailored guidance for your specific idea or project, big or small.
- Meet like-minded people united by a passion for discovery and making a difference.
It has opened my mind to a huge range of possibilities and avenues. I suddenly have faith that I can pursue what I am interested in and make it happen.
Get a sense of the RGS Explore Weekend
Relive the vibrant atmosphere of RGS Explore 2024 as you meet some of the distinguished speakers and passionate attendees who breathed life into the most recent edition of this annual gathering.
Hear first-hand accounts from seasoned attendees and first-time visitors alike, as they share their experiences and reflections on what draws them back year after year.
Find out more about the RGS Explore Weekend
Is Explore for me?
The Explore weekend brings together a diverse community united by a belief in geographical exploration as a force for good. Find out what to expect from being part of this unique gathering.
What do Explore attendees say?
In this collection of video testimonials, speakers, participants, and exhibitors share what makes attending Explore a life-changing experience.
Frequently asked questions
Attending the RGS Explore Weekend in London can seem a major commitment. We respond in detail to commonly-voiced questions and concerns.
More information and resources for attendees
Programme
Find out the full details of the weekend's programme, including main-stage speakers, workshops and facilitators, schedules, and locations.
Speakers
Meet the expert speakers and facilitators who have generously shared tales, insights and advice from their involvement in expeditions and fieldwork at the Explore weekend.
Exhibiting and advertising
Find out more about the benefits of exhibiting and advertising your product or service at Explore 2025.
Accommodation
Attendees of the Explore weekend seeking accommodation in or around South Kensington have a variety of options that suit every preference and budget.
Stay updated on thr RGS Explore Weekend
Be the first to hear when new speakers and workshops are added to the RGS Explore Weekend programme by joining our expeditions and fieldwork mailing list.
- You will be asked to create a free RGS account if you haven't already done so.
- Once logged in, navigate to My preferences and select News and events about fieldwork and expeditions.
