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Discover The Global Scavenger Hunt

Step into the unknown. Compete without compromise. Travel differently.

Where Curiosity Becomes Connection

GSH is more than a race — it’s a gateway to the extraordinary. Part cultural immersion, part competitive odyssey, and part luxury escape, GSH challenges curious travelers to go far beyond guidebooks and routines.

Born from the belief that travel should push you beyond the ordinary, we’ve spent over two decades taking global adventurers on mystery races across continents. There are no itineraries. No tour buses. Only cryptic clues, culturally rich scavenges, and surprise destinations revealed just before takeoff.

Our races are designed to test strategy, adaptability, and curiosity. Whether you're racing globally or regionally, GSH transforms strangers into teammates — and destinations into life-changing discoveries.

GSH At A Glance

  • 85+ countries since 2002
  • Teams of two compete for points, not speed
  • Global race across mystery countries
  • Regional races for shorter, lower-commitment adventures
  • New route designed each year — no race is ever the same
  • Solve clues & complete cultural scavenges
  • Stay in premium accommodations
 

At GSH, We Believe Travel Should Challenge, Surprise, and Transform You.

Where It All Began

Every epic race starts with a bold idea.

Since that very first race, GSH has continued to evolve — expanding in scale, impact, and global reach. What started as one man’s adventure has grown into a worldwide movement spanning decades and continents.

See how it all unfolded by swiping through the key moments that shaped GSH.

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1989 - A Race That Sparked It All

Founder William Chalmers races 40,000 miles around the world in just 17 days, winning The HumanRace. This triumph inspires his vision for a global competition where adventure and purpose meet.

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1999 - The Vision Takes Shape

While trekking through Nepal, William imagines a new kind of challenge: part cultural immersion, part strategic competition. The Global Scavenger Hunt is born from this desire to experience travel without limits.

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2002 - The First Global Scavenger Hunt

The inaugural race launches, sending adventurers across secret destinations. It’s a bold new way to compete — where instinct, strategy, and cultural curiosity define success.

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2002-2024 - Building a Global Legacy

GSH grows to span over 85 countries. Year after year, new routes, new champions, and a thriving community of travelers prove that adventure is best experienced unscripted.

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2024 - A New Chapter Begins

Former participants Charles and Anne step into leadership, bringing fresh vision and passion. They introduce Regional Races, offering new ways for travelers to compete and connect.

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Present Day - The Adventure Continues

Today, GSH remains committed to challenging travelers, fostering global connection, and delivering unforgettable journeys — with even bigger plans ahead.

Redefining Travel Today

GSH isn’t just a game. It’s a transformation.

Every year, we design a brand-new, top-secret global and regional courses that blends iconic landmarks with off-the-grid gems. No one knows where they’re going next. And that’s the point.

GSH strips away the predictability of modern travel and replaces it with strategic challenge, cultural immersion, and the thrill of the unknown. But while the destinations may surprise you, your experience is always premium.

What Makes GSH Different

  • Mystery Itineraries
    No pre-set paths. Every destination is revealed just in time — making instincts your best guide.
  • Luxury Without Compromise
    Travel hard, rest well. Each race includes premium stays, seamless logistics, and curated hospitality.
  • Challenge Meets Culture
    Solve real clues. Complete missions that deepen cultural understanding and build global perspective.
  • A Global Tribe
    Meet like-minded adventurers. GSH alumni span continents, united by grit, stories, and camaraderie.
 
We don’t just run the race.We’ve lived it.

Meet The Team Behind The Adventure

After competing in the race themselves, a new generation of champions stepped forward. They didn’t just fall in love with the challenge — they became its future. 

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Charles Brown

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Anne Eubank

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David Paley

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Adam Carlson

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Carla Flores

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Alli Droge

Are You Ready To Travel Differently?

Whether you’re a lifelong globetrotter or chasing your first passport stamp, this is your invitation.

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