
Mongol Derby, Mongolia: This 1,000-kilometer horseback adventure takes travelers through some of the most remote country in the world, herding horses between 25 traditional horse stations.

Kayaking and piranha fishing, Amazon: Paddling a dugout canoe through some of the most remote parts of the Amazon in Colombia, Peru and Brazil, this trip involves sleeping in the jungle, meeting indigenous tribes and trekking through the forest at night.

Swimming with whale sharks, Maldives: Whale sharks are abundant just off the Maldives' South Ari Atoll. Local experts lead expeditions from the Mirihi Island Resort on a 55-foot wooden yacht.

Dive to Museo Atlantico gallery, Lanzarote: The underwater Museo Atlantico off the coast of the Spanish island of Lanzarote is the perfect place for those who want to indulge their love of art and adrenaline simultaneously.

Heli-exploring, Canadian Rockies: The high country of Banff's Purcell Mountains is the destination for three days of heli-filled adventures, with experts leading hikes across snow fields and valleys.

Paraw sailing, Philippines: This trip pairs travelers with the crew of a local "paraw" trimaran to explore uninhabited islands near Borocay.

Tuk-tuk challenge, Sri Lanka: A trip with a mission, this 10-day adventure challengers teams of travelers to find local hotspots and glean information from locals, all in the name of friendly competition.

Rhino trekking, Namibia: Accompanying experts from Save the Rhino, travelers set off before sunrise in 4x4s from Namibia's remote Desert Rhino Camp in search of endangered creatures.

Ice Run motorbiking, Russia: The Ice Run takes travelers along remote forest tracks, the snowy steppe and the icy expanse of Lake Baikal via a motorcycle and sidecar. With The Adventurists.

Cycling from Mount Fuji to Kyoto, Japan: This 12-day cycle trip is a slower way to take in a more traditional side of Japan, via the Fuji Five Lakes and traditional villages near Lake Biwa, before ending in the ancient capital of Kyoto.

Cave diving, Tuscany: The luxury Grotta Giusti Tuscan villa stands over an underground thermal lake, where guests can try cave diving.

Glacier walking, Norway: This adventure begins with a hike across the vast Haugabreen glacier, followed by sea kayaking among towering fjords and hike through the spectacular Jostedalsbreen National Park. With Flash Pack.


