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Adventure Tours

Don’t just see the world; experience it! Discover the traditions of local hill tribes, bike or trek over unforgiving yet breathtaking alpine terrain, paddle to island coves only accessible by water, or hang under jungle canopies like sloths on a zipline. From New Zealand's adrenaline-fueled activities to the desert dunes of Africa, the best active tours not only liberate the soul but also satisfy that deep craving for adventure!

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What to expect on an adventure tour

  • Two people stand up paddle boarding along the tropical Australian coastline

    An activity, or two, or three!

    There’s no shortage of fun, exhilarating experiences to be had! Try your luck at surfing, weave through high mountain passes on a bike, or dive deep to discover a colorful underwater world. Or better yet, why settle for just one adrenaline high? With us, you can find an adventure tour that has them all!

  • A woman facing away witha. frangipani in her hair relaxing in a hotel pool

    Good old rest'n'relaxation

    After a day full of activities, there’s nothing quite like soothing your muscles, kicking back, and taking a well-deserved break. That’s the beauty of an organized, active tour. Everything’s taken care of, from a hearty meal ready to fuel the day ahead to a hotel spa calling your name as dusk sets. Yes, please!

  • A group of friends hiking to admire their view in Monument Valley, USA

    Share your adventure

    Book together or go solo and make new friends—those adrenaline-filled moments are best when shared! Connect with other outdoor lovers on a group adventure, recount stories over a beer at an Old English pub, or huddle together over a campfire waiting for the incomparable Northern Lights to reveal themselves.

  • A group of friends having fun as they jump off a cliff into the ocean below

    Chase the thrill

    You can’t quite describe an adrenaline rush until you’ve felt it, that overwhelming sense of pushing your limits, breaking down barriers, and just simply going for it! An Active tour guarantees endorphins and smiles, from shredding fresh-powdered slopes on a snowboard to an action-packed multisport adventure!

Active trips for everyone

  • Senior couple enjoying a walk

    Easy

    Staying active doesn’t necessarily mean climbing mountains or hurling yourself down the rapids. There are plenty of adventure tours you can join without pushing the limits. Expect short hikes, smooth kayaking or rafting trips, and short zip lines across lush forests. Adventure tours aren’t just for thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies!
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  • Kayaking on a lake

    Moderate

    Curated for those who have a reasonable level of fitness, moderate active tours often involve many activities. You can expect kayaking excursions, snorkeling to see underwater life or wild Overland adventures on the African savannah. You should be healthy, reasonably fit, and exercise regularly to enjoy your moderately active trip to the max!
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  • Hiking in the mountains

    Serious

    Here’s where it gets really exciting! If reaching the summit of the highest peaks and tearing down rapids floats your boat, then this is for you! You’ll be traversing mountain ranges, navigating in tough conditions, and experiencing some of the world’s best natural beauty in no time! A great level of fitness is required for these Active endeavors.
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Active tours in Canada

Come with us on an adventure tour!

Travel to Alberta, Canada, in summer for a stunning getaway to culture, history, and majestic landscapes you and your camera will cherish for life! Write your summer saga from biking in scenic Banff and Jasper National Parks to savoring the culture in Calgary and Edmonton. These two cities have grand, green parks and are full of culture and history for you to explore, like the old mines, a jazz festival, Passion Play theater, and local cuisine.

Beyond the bigger cities, the town of Drumheller invites you to a moon landscape you just can't miss, and the lakes and rivers of Canada's sunshine state are ripe for paddleboarding, rafting, fishing and basking in the sun!
 
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Best Active experiences

With so many unique adventures all over the world, it can be hard to narrow down where to go and what to do. Not to worry, we have plenty of filters to guide you as well as reviews on our tours. Here are some of the absolute top activities you should consider for your next adventure—after all, the world is not to be seen but experienced!

  • Two hot air balloons floating over the animals of the Great Migration on safari

    Set off on a hot air balloon safari

  • A man floating on a bamboo raft on emerald green waters

    Wake up surrounded by nature

  • A man bungee jumping next to the thunderous waters of Victoria Falls, Africa

    Embark on an on-piste adventure

  • A man reaching out as if to touch the glowing Icelandic Northern Lights

    Chase the Northern Lights

  • A woman gazing up through the colourful sunlit cracks of Antelope Canyon, USA

    Explore canyons of the United States

  • Two snorkellers swimming over coral in the Great Barrier Reef

    Dive and discover colorful corals

A man and a woman zipling infront of a forest of green trees on an active tour of SpainA man and a woman zipling infront of a forest of green trees on an active tour of Spain

  • Michael on his adventure tour in Spain

    "I would say to someone that is considering this tour that this trip is phenomenal! You simply will not be able to experience Spain in the same way if you travel on your own. Earth Travellers has put together such a fun package of activities that keep you busy and allow you to just enjoy yourself and not stress about travel logistics. I highly recommend this tour. My favourite highlights would be the zip-lining in Beyos Gorge, as well as the cable car ride and hike to Horcados Rojos!"

    Tour: Spain Sur Real by Earth Travellers

  • Iris on her New Zealand active tour

    "I loved absolutely everything about this tour. It was the best time of my life. All the little extras like playing rugby or cricket, some guitar music under the stars or at a campfire, building a one-day beach bar out of driftwood, etc turned this tour into the ultimately epic experience that it was. What I appreciated very much about this tour is that you can build your own itinerary. Some people prefer skydiving, others rafting or canyoning. With Haka Tours, you get the chance to do all of that without actually having to do any of it! I could go on enthusing over this tour forever. I can only recommend it to EVERYONE!"

    Tour: Epic NZ by Haka Tours

  • Jeremy on his Ecuador adventure

    "We visited Quito, trekked through the beautiful Andes, climbed a volcano, biked down a volcano, explored the Amazon jungle, built a raft out of trees and floated down the river, relaxed at incredible hot springs, saw so many cool animals, learned about local cultures, experienced local markets, and were thrilled by the canyoning and rafting in Baños. Ecuador has so much to offer! Truly an incredible place to visit! I would highly recommend travelling with GuidEcuador, and we can’t wait to travel again!"

    Tour: Ecuadorian Treasures: Bucket List by GUIDEcuador Travel

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Your adventure tours questions, answered

  • How do I know an adventure tour is right for me?

    If your favorite thing about traveling is exploring new and exciting destinations where every day is different, and doing activities where you truly experience what your part of the world has to offer, then an adventure tour is for you. Remember that they come in different levels of difficulty, so even as a beginner adventurer, there’s something to get you started!

  • Are the activities included?

    An adventure tour is centered around the activities on tour, so most of the time, they are included in the total cost. Many operators also offer optional activities designed for those who like to step it up a notch and seize the day! For a full list of optional activities on your adventure, just start an inquiry, and the operator will inform you of the possibilities.

  • Do I need to train for an Active tour?

    Not unless you want to! The best thing about booking your adventure tour on TourRadar is that you can decide your own difficulty—from relaxing walks to heart-pumping challenges! Simply use our filters until you find one that ticks all of your boxes. If you’re not sure, just get in touch, and we will be happy to guide you to the perfect adventure for you.

  • What's the difference between an Active and Explorer tour?

    We’ve curated our adventure styles to suit everyone’s taste, so you can easily find your footing. If you love a bit of everything when getting to know a new place, then an Explorer tour is for you, while Active tours tend to have more physical activities involved too, so you might also go ziplining in the jungle and cool off with a dive or snorkel.

  • What about travel insurance?

    Travel insurance is mandatory for most of the tours on TourRadar and must be purchased before you start your travels. It covers trip cancellations, medical emergencies, lost or stolen baggage, and more. As you can imagine, this is extra important when taking an adventure tour, and in most cases, you can add travel insurance with Cover Genius directly to your TourRadar booking when placing it.

  • How do I book an adventure tour on TourRadar?

    Find your next active tour by searching our tours until you find one that tickles your travel bug. You can filter by destination, dates, must-see locations, and level of difficulty. Simply set your preferences and fill out your details to secure your trip. If you have any questions along the way, just make an inquiry, and the operator will respond with answers.

Best tour companies for adventure tours

Much loved by our past travelers, these adventure operators know how to craft the perfect Active experiences!

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Having a change of heart? We've got plenty of Adventure Styles to suit every taste - from the fussiest connoisseur to the hopeless romantic.

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