Hosting opens soon — Q3 2026

Turn the trip you’d already plan into a business.

For now, every trip on Tripmates is hosted by the founders. We’re gradually opening up to invited hosts — micro-creators, ex-tour-guides and just plain great planners. Get on the waitlist.

Average host earns ₹40,000–₹1,20,000 per trip
We run a private onboarding call with every approved host
Bring your own group or list publicly — your choice

Why host with Tripmates

Bring your audience, we bring the rest

We handle payments, refunds, group chat setup, customer support and legal — you focus on running an unforgettable trip.

Keep more of what you earn

10% platform fee. No listing fee, no subscription. Payouts after the trip ends.

Built-in trust

Verified-host badge, joiner reviews, ID verification on every booking — so people actually trust you with their plans.

Who we’re looking for

✓At least 21 years old
✓Valid government-issued ID (Aadhaar / Passport / Driving License)
✓Past travel / event organising experience (formal or informal)
✓Comfortable communicating with a group on WhatsApp
✓Plan trips within India (international hosting coming later)

Wondering how we set prices, handle refunds, or what the platform fee covers? Read the trust & safety policy first.

Join the host waitlist

Takes 60 seconds. We'll reach out as we open hosting.

Not ready to host yet? Travel with us first.

Join a Tripmates trip as a guest to see exactly how we run things — the best hosts are usually the best joiners first.

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