etraveladmin The best way to do so was to put yourself in the most unusual situations possible.
1. In the Caribbean, you can go shark diving.
The Caribbean should be at the top of your list of places to go shark diving around the world, and for good reason. It’s not only a great place to dive with Great Hammerhead Sharks, but whale sharks migrate there every year as well. Combine that with the opportunity to dive with many other types of sharks in some of the world’s most unique chain of tropical islands, and there’s no excuse not to get in the water and explore!
2. Nicaraguan Volcano Sandboarding
Anyone can go sandboarding, but have you ever thought about going down the side of an active volcano? If you take a vacation to Nicaragua, you will be able to do just that.
Although strenuous (after all, no one is going to carry you up and down the sand dune), visitors to the area can explore the summit of Cerro Negro volcano and then arrange to sandboard down the extremely steep slopes to the base.
3.In the South Pacific, you can go island hopping.
The South Pacific, splattered with lagoons that are shaded in blue colours to match an artist’s palette, offers a plethora of opportunities that any true adventurer would love to explore.
Spend some time exploring not only the islands of Tahiti, Fiji, the Cook Islands, Mauritius, Seychelles, and the Maldives, but also those surrounding them.
Gather a small group of friends and commit to doing so for at least 4-6 months.
Sure, you’ll have to take a leave of absence from work, but trust me when I say it’ll be well worth the “sacrifice.”
4. Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands Cruise
If you have the time and money, an adventure cruise through Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands should be on your bucket list.
This ultimate polar expedition will take you to some of the world’s most remote wilderness.
You will not only get to see the true beauty of Antarctica, but you will also most likely get to see some incredible wildlife in their natural habitats.
A better Southern Ocean experience could not be found, with king penguin colonies, albatross colonies, elephant seals, and much more.
5. Trek to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley
The trek up to Machu Picchu is considered a right of passage for many travellers around the world, and it is something you should not miss out on on your global adventure.
Of course, you don’t want to take the traditional route up; instead, take the long way around. What I’m referring to is the trek from Vilcabamba to Machu Picchu.
This 5 day overnight trek will take you from Vilcabamba to Asuntina Pass, through Yanochoca, descending into the village of Yanatile, and (eventually) to Machu Picchu.
6. Iceland is known as the “Land of Fire and Ice.”
If you’re at a crossroads in your life and looking for an adventure that will truly leave an impression, the Land of Fire & Ice is the place to go.
As it turns out, there aren’t many places left unexplored on our planet, but Iceland appears to be one of those last untouched destinations, with landscapes that are not only majestic, but also filled with a magical beauty that will captivate any traveller who dares to visit.
Along with Iceland’s peaceful way of life, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views, active volcanoes, glaciers, fish-rich waters, and sensational coastal villages.
7. The Allure of an African Safari
It’s no secret that Africa has some of the world’s best safari destinations. With good reason!
This is the part of the world where you go to see the “Big 5”: South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Uganda, and many other countries. But what makes this trip so special?
The fact that many of these animals are becoming extinct as a result of the ongoing poacher crisis.
8. In Southeast Asia, go off the beaten path.
If you’ve ever gone backpacking in Southeast Asia, you’ll quickly fall in love with the place.
During my eight-month tour of this part of the world, I spent the majority of my time trying to find those hard-to-reach places that were rarely visited by other travellers.
As you might expect, in a place so well travelled by other travellers, this could be difficult.
If you go to some of the villages in Northern Laos, you might be in luck. Just remember to think outside the box and venture further off the beaten path than you might think necessary!
