KALMAR Beyond Adventure was founded by Jan Kalmar – adventurer, passionate coachbuilder, and lifelong petrolhead. After decades spent exploring some of the world’s most remarkable destinations on four wheels, Jan developed a simple belief: many of the planet’s most extraordinary places remain out of reach for most people. His mission became to make the seemingly inaccessible, accessible.
Throughout his career, Jan has travelled across continents, tackled remote landscapes, and created unique driving experiences for automotive manufacturers, private clients, and fellow enthusiasts. These experiences revealed something important: the most memorable moments are rarely found on the beaten path. They happen far from crowded tourist routes, in places where discovery, challenge, and adventure come together.
In 2019, that vision became KALMAR Beyond Adventure. The goal was to create a new kind of travel experience, combining the excitement of driving with genuine exploration. Rather than simply moving from one destination to another, each adventure is designed to immerse participants in the landscapes, cultures, and stories that make every region unique.
Guided by the philosophy “We start where others stop,” KALMAR Beyond Adventure takes participants beyond traditional driving tours. From the deserts of Africa and the mountains of South America to the Arctic wilderness of Finland and the remote roads of Asia, every route is carefully crafted to deliver experiences that few people ever have the opportunity to enjoy.
Today, KALMAR Beyond Adventure is powered by a team that shares Jan’s passion for exploration. Travel specialists, automotive enthusiasts, logistics experts, and event professionals work together to turn ambitious ideas into reality. Every member of the team brings a combination of expertise, creativity, and attention to detail, ensuring that each adventure runs seamlessly while retaining its spirit of discovery.
What unites us is a belief that adventure is about more than reaching a destination. It is about the people you meet, the roads you travel, the challenges you overcome, and the memories you create along the way. Whether crossing a continent, navigating remote wilderness, or experiencing the thrill of driving on snow and ice, our aim is always the same: to create experiences that stay with you long after the adventure ends.
