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Why settle for exploring a new country from the ground when you can gain a whole new perspective from up high? Climbing adventures can transform an ordinary trip into an opportunity to learn new skills, push your limits, and feel that sweet rush of accomplishment. Whether you’ve never been on a rope before, are a pro at sending hard routes, or just want to stand on top of a really tall peak, incorporating rock climbing adventure travel into your time abroad is guaranteed to be a memorable experience.

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Spending time in the outdoors and disconnecting from social media was also a highlight.

by: Hayden BakerProgram: Adventure Guide Program | Queenstown, New Zealand
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All the climbing, especially around Wānaka. I got to develop and learn skills I’ve been wanting to know for a while like building anchors and setting up climbs for myself and my friends. Spending time in the outdoors and disconnecting with from social media was also a highlight.

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No matter where you’re interested in traveling, chances are there’s climbing nearby. With steep limestone crags in Spain, alpine peaks in Patagonia, and pumpy tufa climbing in Greece, each climbing destination is as unique as the culture and people that surround it.

Thailand is a traveler’s dream for all sorts of outdoor adventures, and this Southeast Asian country has climbing in spades. Be ready to scoot up limestone cliffs above the Andaman sea at Railey and Tonsai beaches, or head inland to central Thailand for tower climbing and bouldering.

It’s difficult to talk about climbing without mentioning Nepal, home to the world’s tallest mountain. While scaling Everest is too ambitious for most travelers, there are many other mountain climbing expeditions for novice and experienced climbers to get a taste of the alpine environment. Trekking to Everest base camp is a popular option, while other excursions allow you to explore the Annapurna range.

If standing on top of a summit is more your style, Tanzania boasts the tallest peak in Africa. Thousands of visitors tackle the Mt. Kilimanjaro climb every year, and while it is less technical than other alpine climbs, getting to the top is still a serious undertaking.

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