On any continent, thrill-seeking vagabonds will find adventure. Rush to South African game reserves and prepare to roar alongside the lions. Set sail for the Galapagos Islands and marvel at the rich biodiversity found nowhere else. Make a volcanic playground out of the entire Portuguese archipelago. Whatever gets your heart racing, you’ll find it on these daring small-group trips.
Immerse yourself in the animal kingdom of the Galápagos Islands
This five-day adventure travel tour would be approved by David Attenborough: immerse yourself in the animal kingdom of the Galápagos Islands. You’ll travel with a small group on an intimate tour of the famous archipelago. Uninhabited islands are yours to explore while writing your own travelogue about every endemic species you come across. Each night, the giant tortoises at your glamping site will patiently review your log, ensuring that your classifications are rich in Darwinian detail.
The complete South Africa experience
How do you get an authentic taste of Africa’s southernmost country? This trip is a satisfying three-course meal, thanks to the expert guidance of our Local Insider. To begin, we’ll look at Cape Town’s cultural diversity, which was forged in the crucibles of the country’s complicated history. Following Table Mountain, of course, is an exploration of the Garden Route’s sublime natural bounty, which includes limestone caves, luscious national parks, epic coastlines, and endless vineyards. What’s for dessert? A luxurious stay on a stunning safari game reserve where you can join us in our search for the Big Five and bask in the glory of South Africa’s wilderness.
Atlantic Azores
This six-day adventure on Europe’s westernmost aisles is about as daring as it gets. Hike, bike, and kayak through the mesmerizing landscapes of this unique volcanic archipelago, which includes crater lakes, verdant forestry, and mineral-rich hot springs. In the rich subtropical forest of Ribeira dos Caldeires, abseil across waterfalls and canyon down mountain streams. You can also go whale and dolphin watching on an optional marine safari; the surrounding waters are home to blue whales, the world’s largest animals.
Spot tigers on a Jeep safari in Nepal
Spend 11 days in Nepal and your heart will get plenty of exercise. The thump in your chest will quicken as a rickshaw whisks you through Kathmandu’s streets. Your heart rate will rise once more as you raft down the Seti River, with who knows what watching you from the dense jungle surroundings. As you lock eyes with the elusive Bengal tiger in Chitwan National Park, the beat will crescendo into silence. The Himalayas are without a doubt one of the best locations for adventure travel tours.
Explore ancient temples and encounter wildlife in Sri Lanka
Do you want to discover the quieter, more authentic side of one of Asia’s most beautiful destinations? Then this Sri Lanka jungle adventure is for you. On a 4WD safari drive through Minneriya National Park, spot herds of wild elephants, climb the winding cliffside steps to the wondrous fifth-century rock fortress, Sigiriya, and after a Sri Lankan feast in Kandy, whitewater rafting and waterfall abseiling await. Do you still want more? End your trip by watching whales from Kosgoda before burning off the last of your energy by dancing the night away to DJ beats on the beach.
