The 20 Best Resorts for Adventure Travel Enthusiasts

For those with an insatiable appetite for excitement and a love for the great outdoors, finding the perfect resort can make or break an adventure-packed vacation. From heart-pumping activities to breathtaking landscapes, these resorts offer the ultimate adventure for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike.

Explora Patagonia, Chile

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Nestled in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, Explora Patagonia offers unparalleled access to some of the world’s most stunning landscapes. Guests can embark on challenging hikes, horseback rides through pampas, and even ice hikes on glaciers.

Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand

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This luxurious tented camp in the Golden Triangle region combines adventure with opulence. Visitors can interact with rescued elephants, take long-tail boat rides on the Mekong River, and trek through lush bamboo jungles.

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Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort, British Columbia, Canada

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Accessible only by helicopter or seaplane, Nimmo Bay offers an authentic wilderness experience. Activities include heli-fishing, kayaking among orcas, and bear-watching in the Great Bear Rainforest.

andBeyond Phinda Mountain Lodge, South Africa

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Set in a private game reserve, this lodge offers thrilling safari experiences. Guests can track rhinos on foot, join conservation efforts, or take a night drive to spot elusive nocturnal animals.

Minaret Station, New Zealand

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Tucked away in the Southern Alps, this alpine lodge is a paradise for heli-adventure enthusiasts. From heli-skiing to heli-hiking and even heli-fishing, the sky’s the limit for exploration.

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Amangiri, Utah, USA

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This desert oasis offers adventures amidst stunning red rock landscapes. Rock climbing, hot air ballooning over Lake Powell, and horseback riding through slot canyons are just a few of the options available.

Mashpi Lodge, Ecuador

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A cocoon of luxury in the clouds, Mashpi Lodge is set in a private cloud forest reserve. Guests can soar through the canopy on a sky bike, spot rare birds, or trek to hidden waterfalls.

Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman

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Arrive in style by paragliding into this secluded bay resort. Once there, adventures include rock climbing, mountain biking through rugged terrain, and microlight flights over the dramatic coastline.

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Tierra Atacama, Chile

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Located in the world’s driest desert, Tierra Atacama offers otherworldly experiences. Sandboard down massive dunes, soak in geothermal hot springs, or stargaze in one of the clearest skies on Earth.

Pacuare Lodge, Costa Rica

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Accessible only by white water rafting, this eco-lodge is an adventurer’s dream. Zip-line through the rainforest canopy, rappel down waterfalls, or join a Cabecar Indian hike to learn about indigenous cultures.

Wolwedans Dunes Lodge, Namibia

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Perched atop a dune plateau, this lodge offers a unique desert adventure. Hot air balloon over the vast Namib Desert, track desert-adapted wildlife, or take a scenic flight over the otherworldly Skeleton Coast.

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Ultima Thule Lodge, Alaska, USA

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Deep in the Alaskan wilderness, this family-run lodge offers bespoke adventures. Fly to calving glaciers, land on mountaintops for picnics, or fish in rivers teeming with salmon – all by bush plane.

Fregate Island Private, Seychelles

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This exclusive island resort combines luxury with conservation. Scuba dive in pristine waters, help with turtle conservation efforts, or try your hand at deep-sea fishing in the Indian Ocean.

Deplar Farm, Iceland

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A converted sheep farm in northern Iceland, Deplar offers year-round adventures. Heli-ski on the Arctic Coast, surf in the frigid North Atlantic, or soak in geothermal pools while watching the Northern Lights.

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Nihi Sumba, Indonesia

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On the remote island of Sumba, this resort is famous for its world-class surfing. Beyond the waves, guests can join a spear-fishing expedition, trek to blue waterfalls, or go on a safari to see Sumba’s famed horses.

Fogo Island Inn, Newfoundland, Canada

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Perched on stilts at the edge of the North Atlantic, this inn offers a wild and wonderful escape. Iceberg watches from clifftop trails, forage with a local chef, or try your hand at cod fishing like the locals.

Saffire Freycinet, Tasmania, Australia

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Overlooking the Hazards Mountains and Great Oyster Bay, Saffire offers Tasmanian adventures. Kayak to Wineglass Bay, hike through national parks or don a beekeeper’s suit to visit the resort’s hives.

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Basecamp Antaris Maasai Mara, Kenya

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This eco-friendly camp in the Maasai Mara offers more than just safaris. Join Maasai warriors for a run across the savannah, learn traditional bush skills, or take a walking safari to get up close with wildlife.

Tor Hotel Geneve, Switzerland

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A luxurious base for alpine adventures, this hotel in Zermatt offers easy access to the Matterhorn. Ski on year-round glaciers, try your hand at ice climbing, or take on some of Europe’s most challenging hiking trails.

Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

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Perched on a secluded cliff, this lodge offers a uniquely Australian adventure. Kayak along the rugged coastline, spot sea lions and kangaroos, or explore limestone caves filled with fossils and crystal formations.

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Where Culture and Adventure Meet 

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These resorts prove you don’t have to sacrifice comfort to satisfy your thirst for adventure. Whether you’re looking to push your limits in remote wilderness or try new activities in stunning locations, these destinations offer the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation. 

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