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.

where to see manatees
Swimming with manatees in Florida is something I've dreamt of doing for a long time. The prospect of sliding quietly into Kings Bay’s spring-fed waters is a daunting one this mid-December morning. The outside air temperature is 4C – definitely not inspiring. And although I know the water temp...
Queensland road trips
A driving holiday opens doors to memorable and personal experiences, from the yarn with the bloke that owns the pub to seeing world-heritage listed scenery. From waterfalls to deserts, along the way, you’ll learn a little history as you settle into a relaxed tempo on the road on these...
4wd tracks
Most people who visit Brisbane are impressed by the city attractions around the Brisbane River. But venture a little further away from the city and head off-road to discover a world of nature just begging to be discovered. Where to go? Winner of the Australian Society of Travel Writers...
desert safari dubai reviews
One of the most authentic ways of experiencing the culture of the Emirates is to escape to the desert. A classic Dubai desert safari usually includes several activities in a day, half-day or evening safari tour.  Activities can include camel riding, dune bashing in a 4WD, quad biking over sand...
lanzarote volcano and other lanzarote attractions
There is so much to do and see in white-washed Lanzarote, which is in the Canary Islands, an Atlantic territory of Spain. So do yourself a favour and either book a bus tour, hire your own car or, if you are feeling very energetic, hop on a road bicycle...
Kuranda Scenic Railway, Freshfield Station, field of sunflowers, Cairns
The Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the Kuranda Scenic Railway are both attractions worth doing. Of course, you can't do these two without eating and shopping your way around Kuranda Village itself. Experience a World Heritage-listed tropical rainforest, artisan markets of romantic Kuranda Village and ride on a stunning century-old historic...

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