Adventure

My adventure travel experiences around the world. These bold and exciting experiences are perfect for your bucket list. From hot air ballooning over the Maasai Mara to exploring 4WD tracks in the bush near Brisbane, there’s a whole world of things to do that will give you an adrenalin rush. You’ll find some great ideas for soft adventures and daring escapades. How about driving around Canada’s remote Yukon Territory in winter or diving with sharks in Fiji? Here are some adventures that will bring the thrill of my adventure travel to your doorstep.

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Australia covers a huge area and, compared to other destinations, most of the country is not well-serviced by public transportation. When travelling around, the options are flying or taking a train but driving yourself is the best way to experience the countryside. Here are some tips on how to...
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The Galapagos Islands an archipelago of 14 islands and over 120 islets 1000 km off the coast of South America. The location of these volcanic islands – at the confluence of large currents – has provided unique habitats for over 1300 species making the collection of Galapagos Islands animals...
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Kelly Hill Caves

Ever had the urge to become a cave explorer or underground adventurer? Then you need to check in at Kelly Hill Caves in Kelly Hill Conservation Park on Kangaroo Island. The caves are on the South Coast Road at Karatta, heading towards Seal Bay, 90km from Kingscote and about 1 1/2...
cairns to cooktown
A road trip from Cairns to Cooktown is a driving adventure that you won't forget. The 327km drive takes four hours and is a world of nature, history and fascinating outback characters. Why visit? With a beautiful harbour, warm climate and historical significance as the first European settlement in Australia, Cooktown’s buildings...
Couple at the top of mt barney
Climbing rugged Mt Barney, Southeast Queensland’s second-highest mountain is one of the state’s most spectacular land-based outdoor pursuits. Just don’t underestimate the time, fitness, and skills required to reach the top. Hiking Mt Barney may not be one of the first things to do in Queensland that pops into mind...
how many islands in indonesia
At night I like to sit out under the stars wondering how many islands in Indonesia there are. Not being able to count all the islands, I watch for constellations, planets and satellites. It’s best when the moon is empty and its brilliance doesn’t out-dazzle the night sky. But...

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