Noida, 5th June 2025 – The Tarzan Way, an AI-driven travel tech startup revolutionizing how travelers explore the world, has raised ₹2 crore in a funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The round also saw participation from Your Trips Limited (UK), Prateek Maheshwari (Founder, PhysicsWallah), and a network of notable angel investors.
The capital raised will be strategically allocated towards:
- Product Development – 35%
- Operational Streamlining – 25%
- Marketing – 20%
- HR & Administration – 15%
- Miscellaneous – 5%
Founded in 2020 by Shikhar Chadha and Shivank Tripathi, The Tarzan Way offers a smart, AI-powered platform designed to create hyper-personalised, authentic travel experiences worldwide. With a mission to simplify, personalize, and elevate travel, the startup is reimagining traditional trip planning through the lens of technology and storytelling.
“Our passion lies in crafting journeys that turn into lifelong memories. At The Tarzan Way, we don’t just plan trips — we help people create stories,” said Shikhar Chadha, Co-Founder.
With robust features such as AI-curated itineraries, 24/7 live concierge assistance, one-click bookings, and an intuitive booking engine, the platform is positioning itself as a global leader in experiential travel. The startup plans to launch its upcoming Exploration App, further enhancing the user journey with deeper personalization and tech-first engagement.
Ankur Mittal, Co-Founder at Inflection Point Ventures, shared,
“As the world moves toward immersive and meaningful travel, The Tarzan Way is bridging the gap between outdated, rigid plans and the overwhelming task of DIY travel planning. Their tech-led approach delivers experiences that are smart, tailored, and truly memorable.”
The company’s traction underscores its market fit:
- 300% Year-on-Year revenue growth
- 70% Month-on-Month user growth
- ₹13.5 Cr in gross booking value
- 35K+ social followers and 10M+ content views
With a global footprint and growing digital community, The Tarzan Way is rapidly becoming the preferred platform for modern travelers seeking immersive, story-worthy journeys.
The Indian travel and tourism industry, which contributed $199B to the GDP in 2023, is projected to reach $512B by 2028 — and The Tarzan Way is poised to lead this transformation with AI and customer-first innovation at its core.
