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Adventure Travel

Experience the world through one-of-a-kind excursions! Hike, canoe, skydive, safari, and surf your way across the globe.

What better way to add a serious helping of adventure to your life than by going abroad? Sure, you can find adventure at home, but the best adventure tours will exist far outside your comfort zone. Surfing at Bondi Beach? Ziplining through the rainforest canopy in Costa Rica? Hiking to Everest Base Camp? The ideal adventure will leave you smarter, more fulfilled, more worldly, and (of course) wanting more. Here’s everything you need to know to have the adventure of a lifetime abroad!
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MAXIMO NIVEL

9.52

2829 reviews

Volunteer Adventure—2 weeks in Latin America

The Volunteer Adventure program combines 1 week of volunteering with 6 days of travel and exploration in Guatemala. This is an excellent option if you are interested in learning more about international volunteering and you want to ensure you visit the...

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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

9.67

103 reviews

Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more than 40 years, we have offered unparalleled educational voyages where students spend a semester at sea sailing between islands, countries, and even continents. We design our programs to pro...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

9.55

2051 reviews

World's #1 Affordable Volunteer Programs Trusted By 140,000+

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally—fro...

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Gapforce

9.26

149 reviews

South America Explorer with Gapforce

Visit two of South America’s most iconic countries—Peru and Ecuador—and discover the lost lands of the Incas! Start your adventure in South America with intensive Spanish lessons, then step up the adventure with an epic trek across the Andes to Machu P...

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African Horse Safaris

10

8 reviews

Horse Riding Working Holiday Zimbabwe

This is the perfect opportunity for anyone passionate about horses! It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to make a meaningful contribution or develop relevant skills for academic (or work) purposes, we welcome participants across all riding levels. Taki...

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Paris-French-Immersion

9.92

12 reviews

Learn French & Stay at Your Teacher’s House (Near Paris)

Escape to the charming countryside of Paris, just 30 km southwest of the City of Light, in the heart of the breathtaking Vallée de Chevreuse.Welcome to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, a hidden gem where nature, history, and culture blend harmoniously. Here, ...

How to Adventure Travel Abroad

What is adventure travel?

Adventure travel is a type of meaningful travel that revolves around exploration, whether that be the adrenaline-junkie type (like bungee jumping and hang-gliding) or the slower, more intentional type (like homestays and cultural immersion).

Typically speaking, adventure tourism activities include a physically challenging element, cultural exchange, and/or the opportunity to get up close and personal with Mother Nature herself.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Adventure travel is meaningful travel that takes you out into the world for active, hands-on experiences. Popular types of adventure travel include scuba diving, hiking, eco-tours, and white-water rafting.

This depends on your goals and preferences. However, some of the most iconic adventure trips include trekking in New Zealand, surfing in Australia, cooking classes in Italy, and going on safari in South Africa.

To go on an adventure trip, you need to think about where you want to go, what you want to do, and what your budget is. Once you've set some goals for yourself, it'll be easier to find and apply to adventure travel programs.

Latest Program Reviews

The Best of Kenya with IMA: Watamu Beach Safari and Masai Mara Game Reserve and Nairobi Overnight Trek

December 14, 2025by: Ryan Egan - United StatesProgram: Group & Student Travel | IMA Safaris Africa & South America
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Another unforgettable part of my trip was the safari excursions. During the past three weeks, I had the amazing opportunity to embark on two safaris: the Watamu Beach Safari and the Masai Mara Game Reserve and Nairobi Overnight Trek. The wildlife and culture showcased on each safari were incredible to encounter. Masai Mara was particularly memorable, as I have never seen so many animals thriving together in their natural habitat all in one place. Additionally, visiting the local Maasai villages was a fascinating experience, as it revealed how the Maasai people build a strong community despite their limited resources. Overall, both the Watamu Beach Safari and the Masai Mara Game Reserve and Nairobi Overnight Trek were amazing, and the wildlife and culture showcased on each safari were truly unforgettable.

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Lilas Hampe

Lilas Hampe

RealStep

Alumni

I was inspired to go abroad by the idea of experiencing something completely different from my everyday routine. The thought of waking up just steps a...

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Olivia Haan 2018

Olivia Haan 2018

Travel For Teens

Alumni

I have been abroad a few times now but I was very drawn to China based on its history and culture. I have been to Thailand before but wanted to explor...

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