Top 7 Adventure Travel Destinations in 2024 Recommended by Experts

Whether it’s a trek to the highlands, a mountain bike challenge across an undiscovered country, an expedition to the majestic Serengeti, or a boat ride through icebergs, an adventure trip has the power to improve your physical and mental health.

Adventure travel is breaking booking records around the globe, with a number of interesting destinations emerging as clear rivals to traditional hotspots.

Here are the 7 most trendy destinations in 2024, according to travel experts on different sides of the world.

Greenland

This remote land has proven to be a true paradise for adventure lovers and nature photographers alike.

Some of the most popular activities to do in Greenland include sailing and kayaking in Ilulissat Icefjord and the long Nuup Kangerlua Fjord, paddling along stunning blue icebergs, hiking in remote cold mountains and going dogsledding during the winter.

Given the challenges this territory possesses, most activities should be arranged and done with a tour guide.

“The polar regions have always inspired intrepid explorers and for many, visiting Antarctica and the Arctic are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities,” said a Viking spokesperson. 

Bhutan

This Buddhist kingdom, located in the Himalayas, is known for its ancient monasteries, historic fortresses and diverse landscapes.

The recently restored Trans-Bhutan Trail is luring visitors who want to experience the mythical Himalayas firsthand. By engaging in this unique hike, you contribute to maintaining some of the world’s best-preserved cultures in the only carbon-negative country on the planet. 

Other amazing activities this country offers include paragliding, rock climbing, archery, hot-air ballooning and river rafting. Tours to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery and Thimphu City are also popular.

“Due to its famed Himalayan landmarks and picturesque natural landscape, Bhutan has become a well-known paradise for adventure travelers… The region provides visitors with thrilling activities such as mountain biking, hiking, camping, white water rafting, and even archery,” said James Low, General Manager of COMO Bhutan. 

Mongolia

Mongolia’s nomadic people and untouched remoteness have always caught the attention of adventure travelers.

Once you leave its growing capital, Ulaanbaatar, you will find yourself in a whole different world where wild nature takes control.

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