The world is full of opportunities for adventure. Adventure vacations push us beyond our comfort zones and teach us to embrace the unknown—you always learn something about yourself in the process. Whether it is bungee jumping or descending into a volcano, the world is waiting for you to explore it. Discover places and activities that challenge you. How brave can you be?
If you’re looking for adventurous things to do, you need to add these 15 unique bucket list adventures to your list.
I’ve included links to book below. Keep reading to learn more about each adventure
Have you ever looked out the window of a plane, staring at the wings, wondering what it’d be like to be out there?
If you have…I have the perfect crazy bucket list idea for you! Located near London, at Headcorn Airfield, The Wing Walk Company allows you to live out that fantasy. For ten solid minutes, you’ll be securely strapped atop the wing of a Boeing Stearman biplane as it flies 135 miles per hour.
You’ll walk away with an adrenaline high and a certificate to flaunt your wing-walking adventure.
Note: This activity runs from April to October, and you must meet certain health and size requirements to participate.
Where to Stay: The Londoner – Book Here
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Next on the list of things to do if you love adventure vacations, try hang gliding in the Swiss Alps!
Hang Gliding Interlaken offers varying levels of adrenaline-filled hang gliding above the beautiful Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. Are you looking to glide peacefully as you take in the sights – they can do that. Are you in the mood for something more heart-racing, like spins and dives? They can make that happen, too!
Bonus points for this bucket list adventure: you will take off from one of the highest commercial sites in the world!
Where to Stay: Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel and Spa – Book Here
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Paramotoring is one of the lesser-mentioned items on bucket list adventure tours but it is absolutely worth trying!
A paramotor is a lightweight aircraft with a motorized propeller that allows you to soar high above the rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, and dramatic mountain ranges of the Canary Islands – without having to wait for the perfect wind conditions!
Sky Rebels is a pioneering company offering this adventure in Gran Caria. During your 15 minute paramotor ride you will enjoy beautiful sights like the stunning Aegate, Las Canteras coast, and La Laja beach.
Remember the child-like feeling of sledding down a hill? The Pfingstegg Toboggan Run in Grindelwald, Switzerland, is here to keep your inner child alive. They offer a toboggan experience surrounded by iconic alpine views. This high-speed ride stretches for 725 meters downhill through colorful grasslands and against a backdrop of breathtaking mountains. You can take the ride solo or with a friend. If you get to the bottom and don’t want the fun to end. A lift can take you back up to the top for another go!
It’s a fun ride for all ages, accessible by cable car or a scenic hour-long hike, with no reservations needed. Of all my crazy bucket list ideas, this Toboggan Run through the picturesque village of Grindelwald in the Swiss Alps is at the top of my list!
Where to Stay: Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel and Spa – Book Here
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If you’re looking for adventurous things to do in Amsterdam, try the Over The Edge swing at A’DAM Lookout. The Over The Edge swing is Europe’s highest, hanging 100 meters in the air. It’s a unique and heart-pumping way to see the city from above.
Note: Get your tickets before arriving to skip the line!
Where to Stay: W Amsterdam – Book Here
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Singapore’s Skypark Sentosa by AJ Hackett is a multi-experience park for adrenaline seekers. The park includes a 50-meter bungee tower overlooking Siloso Beach. This is Singapore’s first and only Skypark bungee. There is also a Skybridge which offers a unique vantage point and a Giant Swing that speeds you towards the beach. This place promises an experience filled with excitement and breathtaking views.
Where to Stay: Marina Bay Sands – Book Here
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Just a short drive from downtown Vancouver, The Capilano Suspension Bridge allows you to take in gorgeous nature-filled views while suspended 230 feet above the Capilano River. But there’s more, including Cliffwalk, where you hug the side of a cliff and Treetops Adventure, which lets you take in the tallest Douglas-firs. Plus, it’s packed with history and culture, making every step across that swinging bridge an incredible adventure.
Where to Stay: Hilton Vancouver Downtown – Book Here
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AJ Hackett’s Kawarau Bridge Bungy allows you to bungee jump from the home of the original bungee in New Zealand. Located in Queenstown, this iconic jump site holds the title of the world’s first commercial bungee operation. AJ Hackett has set the bar for bungy jumping since 1988, combining adrenaline-pumping experiences with top-notch safety. Feel your heart racing as you stand on the edge of the historic Kawarau Bridge, suspended 140 feet above the Kawarau River (there’s also the chance to touch the water if you’d like!) Conquer your fears and experience the exhilarating sensation of a freefall as you take the plunge head-first, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Where to Stay: QT Queenstown
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Hiking Gros Piton in St. Lucia isn’t just a trek; it’s an experience that puts you on top of the world, or at least it feels that way when you’re standing 2,619 feet above sea level. This adventure trip starts in Fond Gens Libre, a village steeped in history, and leads you up the mountain, where every step reveals a new layer of St. Lucia’s stunning landscape, including views of the Caribbean Sea.
Note: The hike is challenging, with steep parts that will test your stamina, but the reward is unparalleled. Be sure to stay hydrated!
Where to Stay: Buya Futhi B and B – Book Here
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Check out the world’s largest ZipRider at Icy Strait Point, Alaska. The ZipRider will launch you at speeds over 60 mph and keep you soaring 300 feet above the rainforest. Experience breathtaking landscapes of the pristine Alaskan wilderness, towering mountains, forests, and ocean as you zip through the air. This makes for the perfect family or group activity as six guests can descend simultaneously!
Where to Stay: Norwegian Cruise Line
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Paragliding in Cape Town is an adventure you can’t miss. Your twenty minute journey will take off from Lion’s Head and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of Cape Town, South Africa, with stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, pristine beaches, and lush landscapes.
Note: The best part of this bucket list adventure? It doesn’t require any previous experience!
Where to Stay: Taj Cape Town – Book Here or One&Only Cape Town
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Embark on an exhilarating Mario Kart-like adventure through the bustling streets of Shibuya, Tokyo, with Street Kart Shibuya. Feel the thrill of racing through the iconic Shibuya Scramble, the world’s busiest pedestrian crossing, as you navigate in your go-kart. And, yes, there are optional Mario Kart-themed costumes! It’s two hours of pure fun and a unique way to see the city’s sights – from the hustle of the shopping districts to the calm of the historic spots.
Where to Stay: Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel – Book Here
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Explore a Volcanic Cave in Iceland, where you’ll journey toward the center of the earth.
Inside The Volcano guides you as you descend into Þríhnúkagígur, the only accessible lava chamber on planet Earth. You will begin with a moderate, two-mile hike with breathtaking scenery to reach the entrance. Then, you will descend a 400-foot cable lift where you’ll have the rare opportunity to explore the interior of a dormant volcano, viewing stunning geological formations and remnants of ancient eruptions frozen in time.
Where to Stay: The Reykjavik EDITION – Book Here
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Experience the adrenaline-pumping SkyJump at The STRAT Hotel in Las Vegas, the tallest observation tower in America. Standing at 1,149 feet, the STRAT offers breathtaking panoramic views of the famed Las Vegas Strip for the more faint-hearted adventure travelers. For the more advanced thrill-seekers looking to make the literal jump, venture to the STRAT’s 108th floor, where you can experience SkyJump.
Where to Stay: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – Book Here
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Skydiving is an obvious bucket list adventure for many, but how many of those people can say they’ve skydived in Spain? Skydive Spain is located near the lively city of Seville and gives you a skydiving thrill like nowhere else in Europe. You will jump from an aircraft at 15,000 feet in the air before free-falling through the sky at speeds of up to 120 miles per hour. You will feel the rush of wind against your skin as you plummet towards the earth, surrounded by stunning panoramic views of the Spanish countryside below. Skydive Spain is top-notch for learning how to skydive, with expert instructors who’ll make your free fall something you’ll never forget.
Where to Stay: Hotel Alfonso XIII, a Luxury Collection Hotel
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