Discover 10 of the World’s Most Adventurous Travel Destinations
7. Slovenia
Slovenia may be small but it packs a punch and easily holds its own as an adventure travel destination. One of the most famous spots to visit is Lake Bled, the idyllic lake with the church-topped island in the middle.
There is more to do here than just swim leisurely in the turquoise water. You can hike through the nearby Vintnar Gorge, or head over to the nearby Lake Bohinj to discover waterfalls and alpine pastures.
There are hiking trails galore in Triglav National Park, each one leading you through some of the most spectacular scenery in Europe. All the water means plenty of aquatic activities too, from canyoning to whitewater rafting and kayaking down narrow gorges carved out of rock from melted glacier water.
8. Chile
Chile is hands-down one of the most adventurous places to visit because of the sheer diversity of the country. As one of the longest nations in the world, Chile starts off with desert, trails into wine country, before turning into a lush lake region, and finally descends into the Torres del Paine, one of the premier hiking spots on the globe.
Adventure-wise, there’s not a lot you can’t do in Chile.
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9. Kyrgyzstan
The Tian Sian Mountains in Kyrgyzstan are a scenic wonderland. Trekking, whether on foot or on horseback, is the main adventure activity here. Deep valleys, hot springs and glaciers are typical of the region, and the scenery is unparalleled. The area is mostly untouched by outside influences, so you could find yourself sleeping in yurt camps and getting a glimpse of semi-nomadic life.
You can also be adventurous with your taste buds in Kyrgyzstan – in spring you can sample fermented mare’s milk, kumis, a popular traditional drink. Now is the perfect time to go, as Kyrgyzstan is one of the top destinations to visit in 2019.
