Australia, Nepal or Peru: which country inspires you most for your next adventure trip? Our selection for those who love adrenaline, and an irresistible travel experience.
Many people are always looking for new adventurous trips to do, looking for the best places to experience strong emotions, whether it’s jumping from very high rock walls, experiencing extreme weather conditions, coming face to face with large predators or being on top of a volcano… The truth is that sensations of this type can be experienced anywhere in the world, on the other hand there are places which, due to their natural conformation, sometimes due to their remoteness and having been able to equip themselves for tourism in this sense, are the destinations perfect for those who want to take adventurous trips.
From diving to nights under the stars, from wild animal sightings to trekking on the highest peaks in the world, here you will find the right destination for your tastes.
Botswana is for those who love nature and animals
Botswana has many national parks and safari camps, so those who love animals or dream of a safari will surely be satisfied. But the country’s main attraction is the lush Okavango Delta, a 49-million-acre river delta in the north of the country. The area is a true Eden of the world, where cheetahs, zebras, buffaloes and rhinos roam freely. The best time to visit Botswana is during the African winter (our summer), after the rains, when the delta floods. The savannah grasses are low, while the growth along the waterways attracts wildlife, making for an exciting spectacle.
To add an extra touch of adventure, you can decide to spend a night under the stars, camping on Kubu Island, an island made up of a granite rock, a sacred place for the Khoe, on which you can stay in a campsite managed by a local community.
In addition to Machu Picchu, in Peru, there is more
The panoramic views and mysterious stone walls of Machu Picchu alone are worth a plane ticket to Peru, but the country has much more to offer than Inca ruins. Obviously the climb to this ruin is not to be skipped, but once you have crossed this important item off your to-do list, there are many others to choose from: visit the national parks, with their lakes and deserts. In addition to being beautiful spectacles of nature, you will also find fewer people here than at the very famous site of Machu Picchu.
Among the most recommended adventures to do is to admire the penguins in the Paracas Nature Reserve or go on boat trips on Lake Titicaca, ‘hopping’ from one island to another. Peru is one of the most versatile travel destinations on the planet for those who love adventure. You can admire the vast sand dunes, visit the islands, go hiking, visit beautiful beaches and there are also many opportunities for homestays to get to know the local people and learn more about Peruvian culture.
Swimming between two continents in Iceland
It would be enough for someone to know that the landscape of Iceland is so similar to the lunar one that the astronauts prepared here. In reality, in recent years Iceland has become a super popular destination for those who love outdoor holidays. It will literally be a land of fire and ice, where you can go on the most incredible treks of your life, such as the one on Snæfellsjökull, the snow-capped volcano that inspired Jules Verne’s Journey to the Center of the Earth, or you can see the geysers erupt at the Golden Circle and hike huge glaciers, all over the course of one long weekend.
Among the most exciting adventures we suggest trying snorkeling between two continents in Thingvellir National Park: floating on lava, swimming between large volcanic canyons that separate the North American and Eurasian continents. You can then explore the underground ice caves of the Vatnajökull glacier. But in Iceland there is truly an embarrassment of choice for those who love experiencing extreme emotions in the open air.
The beauty of nature in Canada
Canada may be the second largest country in the world, but it has a smaller population than California and 82% of the population lives in large or medium-sized cities. This translates into boundless and pristine lands to explore. One of the most beautiful adventures is traveling (on foot, by bike, on skis or by paddle) the Trans Canada Trail, a 14,864 mile long network of trails, the longest trail in the world. Obviously it would take years to cover it all, but you can be satisfied with a few kilometres.
Depending on the state you visit, there are different things to do and experience. Obviously one of the most spectacular is spotting polar bears in Manitoba and exploring the Arctic tundra (in addition to bears, you can also spot moose and wolves) or snorkeling with beluga whales in Churchill or sailing among the glaciers of the Torngat Mountains National Park .
All you can get in Brazil
Brazil, the largest country in South America, is also known for hosting the famous Rio Carnival, the largest party in the world. But Brazil is also a paradise for explorers and outdoor lovers, with the largest waterfall system in the world, Iguazú, the largest wetlands, at Pantanal, and the incredible Amazon, which includes both the mighty river and the rainforest with its flora and fauna unique in the world.
Certainly for those who love impressive scenery, the Iguazú Falls are worth seeing. For those who love the sea, an interesting destination can be Natal, where you can go buggying on the beautiful sand dunes. And obviously how can we not talk about Amazonia, the largest state in Brazil. It is here that the massive Solimões, Negro and Madeira rivers converge to form the Rio Amazonas, the progenitor of them all. True deep-dive Amazon experiences, from the Mamirauá Reserve to the Baixo Rio Branco-Jauaperi Extrativista Reserve, from the Rio Urubu to the Rio Javari, are where you will encounter the Amazon you have always dreamed of.
Irresistible Australia
It is impossible to talk about adventurous travel and not include Australia, one of the wildest countries on the planet. With over 30,000 miles of spectacular coastline, Down Under is full of adventure opportunities, especially in the Outback and a little place called the Great Barrier Reef. Plus, because the population-to-land ratio is so low (Australia is one of the least crowded countries in the world), you’ll feel like you have huge expanses all to yourself.
Among the most recommended experiences to try, it is recommended for those who love diving to go and discover the seabed on Lady Elliott Island. Another incredibly beautiful and wild place is the island state of Tasmania, where you can hike in the Bay of Fires and spot the so-called Tasmanian devils. Another place for those who love extreme experiences is Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world, a unique ecosystem in the world: here among sharks, dingoes and other wild animals you will truly feel in contact with nature.
Among centenary turtles, sharks and iguanas in the Galapagos
If you love nature and animals of all kinds, the Galapagos Islands are for you. Although they are best known for the Galapagos tortoises, which can live for over 100 years, the islands are home to unique biodiversity and in fact many of the animals found on these islands are endemic, meaning they cannot be seen anywhere else on the planet . There is no shortage of opportunities to relax on beautiful beaches, but also surf, snorkel and even trek on some volcanoes.
Among the experiences most loved by those always looking for adrenaline is the possibility of swimming with sharks (without a cage), but also with sea lions. On Isabella Island you can instead explore the lava fields and its rock cones, while walking to reach the summit of the volcano and its caldera.
Smiles and kindness among the peaks of Nepal
Finally we arrive at the ‘forbidden dream’ for those who love the mountains. If you love climbing mountains and rocks, there are few better places to visit than Nepal. The country is home to most of the world’s tallest mountains, including Mount Everest. It’s a place where all extreme adventurers can challenge themselves against some of the toughest obstacles on the planet.
In addition to the mountains, Nepal offers much more, and you can do everything from rafting to cycling and paragliding. The locals are famous for being incredibly hospitable, and immersing yourself in the culture, particularly Nepali food and music, is a wonderful experience. Traveling across the country is also exciting. The flight to Lukla is considered one of the scariest in the world and guarantees thrills and chills in mid-air. In Nepal you can also go on a safari in Chitwan National Park, which offers
