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THE LUMINAIRE FOUNDATION
PROTECTING THE PLACES WE SHARE
Through deeper understanding of the places and communities we visit, we cultivate a yearning to protect them. The Luminaire Foundation was established to invest in the legacy and sustainable future of these locations - and the planet as a whole.
From the purpose-led projects we are embedding across each of our destinations, to the positive impact we drive through our local relationships - The Luminaire experiences are designed to heighten that instinct of preservation and to keep all that is captivating about the places we share completely intact.
The Luminaire Foundation is funded by 1% of our sales and provides cultural stewardship for future generations across three core pillars: natural conservation; cultural preservation; and education.
FOUNDATION JOURNEYS IN 2026
Join us on one of The Luminaire Foundation trips in 2026, from Everest Base Camp to the Bhutan wilderness. Register your interest now.
EVEREST BASE CAMP
October 2026
BHUTAN TREK
September 2026
KILIMANJARO CHALLENGE
December 2026
NEW COLLABORATION
SUPPORTING VIRGIN UNITE
The Luminaire is proud to announce a philanthropic partnership with Virgin Unite, the independent non-profit foundation of the Virgin Group. The Luminaire will donate 100% of profits from its upcoming Foundation trips to support Virgin Unite’s global initiatives, such as The Elders, an independent group of global leaders working for peace, justice, human rights and a sustainable planet, founded by Nelson Mandela.
“I'm really excited about this new partnership between Virgin Unite and The Luminaire. We are turning travellers into passionate advocates and ambassadors for important Virgin Unite projects.”
Richard Branson, Founder and Chairman of the Virgin Group
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START PERSONALISING YOUR FOUNDATION TRIP
We believe in the power of travel to nurture personal growth. Our goal is to explore and build upon the interests of our guests, while igniting newfound passions along the way.
And there's no better way to experience this than on a journey which benefits the people, places and cultures we explore. Our Travel Designers can customise your Foundation trip, and recommend ways to extend the experience before or after - from safaris to wellness weekenders.
IN SUPPORT OF U-GO
THE 2025 KILIMANJARO CHALLENGE
In December 2025, embark on an unforgettable adventure to Tanzania and the incredible Mount Kilimanjaro. At 5895m, it’s the highest mountain in Africa, the tallest freestanding mountain in the world, and one of the famed ‘Seven Summits.’
All profits from the trip will go to support the work of U-Go, a charity that provides scholarships for talented young women in developing countries around the world. Proceeds from the Kilimanjaro Challenge will specifically support university places for 27 of U-Go's Tanzania scholars.