Amira Patel – Leading UK Mountaineer, Expedition Leader & Founder of The Wanderlust Women

Amira Patel is one of the UK’s leading mountaineers and expedition leaders, dedicated to making the outdoors more inclusive for women. She is the founder of The Wanderlust Women, one of the UK’s largest outdoor adventure communities, empowering women through hiking, mountaineering, and global expeditions.

29K Followers on Instagram

Based in the Lake District, Cumbria, Amira is passionate about breaking barriers in the outdoor industry. As a professional expedition leader, she has guided groups through some of the worlds most challenging landscapes. Her work as a content creator and speaker has made her a key advocate for diversity in adventure.

Amira is also a TEDx speaker and community leader, inspiring women from all backgrounds to embrace nature, adventure, and personal growth. Through her expeditions, storytelling, and public speaking, she continues to lead the way in encouraging more women into the outdoors.

Key Skills & Expertise

  • Expedition Leadership – Experienced in guiding groups through challenging

  • terrains.

  • Outdoor Advocacy – Promotes diversity and inclusivity in adventure.

  • Content Creation – Engaging storytelling across social media and media platforms.

  • Public Speaking – TEDx speaker and motivational leader.

  • Community Building – Founder of The Wanderlust Women, inspiring thousands.

Amira Patel, UK Mountaineer, Expedition Leader, Outdoor Adventure, The Wanderlust

Women, Women’s Hiking Groups UK, Lake District Hiking, Diversity in the Outdoors,

Female Adventurers UK, TEDx Speaker.