Whether you’re a mountain climber, dirt bike aficionado or just someone who’s more than happy to throw themselves out of a plane – these are the adventure capitals you want to head to!
Queenstown – New Zealand
With every imaginable hair-raising activity on offer; Queenstown has it all and adventure seekers could spend a lifetime exploring all of its fantastic paragliding, skydiving and bungee jumping opportunities and that’s without even having mentioned its exhilarating zip-lining, jet-skiing and white-water rafting!
Moab – United States
If you’re looking for an off-road adventure then Moab is the place for you as you can grab a dirt bike, buggy or 4X4 and tear around its stunning desert scenery.
Arequipa – Peru
With fantastic mountain climbing, white water rafting and mountain biking on offer, Arequipa is a dream for adventurers and Cotahuasi Canyon and El Misti volcano are just two of the spectacular settings that lie nearby.
Shegar – Tibet
The last stop on the way to climbing Mount Everest, Shegar hosts climbers and adventurers from all around the world who spend their last night in the small town before attempting the arduous climb up the world’s highest mountain.
La Fortuna – Costa Rica
La Fortuna’s incredible setting means that it’s very easy to immerse yourself in nature and with zip-lining, white water rafting, abseiling and more all on offer, it is no wonder that it is considered to be one of the adventure capitals of the world.