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Who doesn’t love a bit of adventure? It’s never hard to find when traveling, but with so much to choose from, you might end up spoilt for choice. We’ve put together a list of the best destinations for those who thrive off adventure and are looking for the ultimate way to sate their appetite.
Belize
Off the Eastern Coast of Central America lies a place not many seem to have heard of, making this the perfect place for those looking to avoid the crowds and get stuck into the action. Belize is home to beautiful tropical scenery, featuring rainforests, jungles, mountains, caves, underwater waterfalls and more for you to sink your teeth into. The variety of different areas means you can take part in a multitude of activities, from exploring ancient ruins to chocolate making with a local family to scuba diving in the blue Caribbean Sea. With incredible places to explore at your fingertips – the likes of which you’ve never seen before – and a whole new culture to immerse yourself, this is the perfect place for travelers who want something different. The benefits don’t stop there, either – if you choose to stay somewhere like this Belize Eco Resort, you can help preserve the local culture and environment, and do your bit to keep tourism eco-friendly without sacrificing on comfort.
Arizona, USA
The USA is perfect for any traveler, but no state is better suited to those looking for a wild adventure than Arizona. Here, there are plenty of options for those who like to get out into the fresh air, the most iconic being the Grand Canyon. Take it one step further than just sightseeing – with River Adventures, you can raft through the canyon along the Colorado River, learning about the history of the river while splashing up white foam, rushing through rapids and seeing the Grand Canyon from a point of view many don’t get the chance to experience. Arizona is also home to sites such as the Petrified Forest, where you can explore stunning scenery like the Blue Mesa and see the countless weird and wonderful petrified tree trunks and fossils, and Monument Valley, which is great for hiking as well as stepping back and taking in the beauty of these towering red sandstone formations.
Namibia
Namibia may not be the first place you think of when you think of adventure, but this is the place for those who are looking for somewhere truly magical. Here, you can travel to NamibRand Nature Reserve, which has some of the best dark skies in the world – this means that during the evening, the sky is alight with stars and constellations like you’ve never seen. Since Namibia is so sparsely populated, and the nature reserve is so far from civilization, you’ll be able to lie under the stars and view the night sky like you’ve never seen before – there isn’t a better landscape to hit the hay under.
These three destinations are bound to give you the adventure you’re looking for, whether that’s a thrill-seeker’s paradise or a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
