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With 1284 adventure holidays you’ll be sure to find an adrenalin hit to suit your taste. If you are a water lover, try your hand at sea or river kayaking; surfing or windsurfing; white water rafting or sailing. Alternatively you can opt for a more relaxing flotilla holiday. Prefer a land based adventure holiday? We have cycling, trekking, horse riding or volunteering holidays to choose from. Whether you are looking to join a small group of like-minded travellers or experience a more bespoke adventure holiday, no corner of the globe is left unturned by our collection. Climb to the dizzy heights of Mount Kilimanjaro, Everest or Machu Picchu, experience the unforgettable wilderness of the Galapagos or take in the vast desserts and rich culture of the Middle East. Whatever your dream adventure holiday, let us help with planning that memorable journey.

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1902 reviews for adventure holidays4 star overall rating

These full and frank independent adventure holidays reviews are from travellers who have booked directly through responsibletravel.com. They are not edited by us or any of the companies we work with. Find the real story, from real travellers below.

Peru holiday, Inca Trail, Cusco & Lake Titicaca
The most lasting memory will probably be our stay on Amantani Island on Lake TitiKaka. We stayed with a family without water and electricity and it was both enjoyable as well as being an eye opener.  (more)
From £2155 excluding flights
Rajasthan tours, India
The whole trip was unforgettable - especially loved the rural parts we visited and stayed in and the various transport and accommodation - much fun and very unique! Every day waking up was like Christmas morning, so exciting. (more)
From £740 - £820 excluding flights
Adventure holiday in Nepal
Most memorable? Climbing up the Annapurna Mountains. It evoked all sorts of emotions; fear, apprehension, joy, excitement and relief. One of the most memorable experiences in my life and I will look back on it with fond memories. (more)
From £1869 - £2319 including UK flights
National Parks holidays in America
There were lots!! But Yellowstone NP does stands out...Great: best locations of the West US.  (more)
From £2499 excluding flights
Water sports activity holiday in Croatia
Practically all of it however the most exciting part was when we went kayaking on higher waterfalls. We give it a high rate since this was the best holiday we have had, kids loved it as well and we consider re doing it, maybe in a different season. (more)
From €560 - €740 excluding flights
Northern Lights holiday in Finnish Lapland
The most memorable part was the sled trip with our own dogs - magical - out there in the wilderness with a dog team.  (more)
From £1375 - £1425 including UK flights
Japan holidays, tailor made
It's hard to say just which part was the most memorable because it all was (more)
From £3500 including UK flights
South Africa holidays, Johannesburg to the Cape
Kruger National Park was the most exciting - we saw absolutely everything there was to see - Rhino, Hippo, Lions, Elephants, Leopards, Crocodiles, Hyenas, Baboons, Water Buffalo, Impala, Wart Hogs, Kudu, Springbok and Birds too numerous to mention. (more)
From £2349 - £2649 including UK flights
Patagonia overland tour, Villarica
Amazing holiday. Very varied and interesting with a good mix of people of all ages and nationalities. We saw all of the top sights in the area and good trips were organised e.g. horse riding.  (more)
From £1970 excluding flights
Orangutans and Ibans tour to Borneo
Fantastic experience, unforgettable. It surpassed all expectations.  (more)
From £3750 including UK flights
Thailand tour, Bangkok and Chiang Mai
Most memorable was trekking in Chang Mai, without a doubt. The itinerary was amazing and we'll never forget the bamboo rafts being made right in front of us, the elephant trek and the hospitality of the hill tribes. (more)
From £590 - £690 excluding flights
Self guided canoeing holiday in Ireland
As a family, the sense of teamwork was really noticeable... Occasionally we managed to stop the loud singing from our children and caught sight of kingfishers, herons, cormorants and all manner of wildlife... A fantastic family holiday – so glad we booked. (more)
From £134 - £302 excluding flights
Kayaking holiday in Montenegro, Lake Skadar
The most memorable was the great kayaking, birding, and hospitality of our hosts. It was one of the most adventurous holidays we have ever been on. The beauty is astounding. It was a grand adventure and would definitely recommend it to anyone interested.  (more)
From £515 - £660 excluding flights
Langtang Valley trekking holiday, Nepal
The most memorable part - Everything from arriving at the airport till leaving the airport. The Nepalese guide was FANTASTIC.  (more)
From £890 excluding flights
Coast to coast self guided cycling holiday in England
Hmmm, so many good bits. Seeing such diverse parts of the country with such different landscapes - all within 140 miles; having the route to ourselves most of the time; meeting the challenge of a three-day cycle with quite a lot of big hills; meeting lovely people; great B&Bs etc. (more)
From £295 excluding flights
Tailor made holidays to Jordan
We were really impressed with the genuine warmth of greeting from this Bedouin based community project, the welcome tea drink, the sunset walk with more tea around a camp fire! The candle light, with candle made by local Bedouin women was enchanting. (more)
From £1470 including UK flights
Tailor made tours of Oman
The desert camp and seeing the turtles were amazing...A fantastic family adventure with great contrasts. (more)
From £1299 excluding flights
Snowshoeing in the French Alps
Well organized, interesting, hassle free and great fun- the ideal introduction to the activities. (more)
From €579 - €798 excluding flights
South America tour, coast to coast
Our holiday met our expectations and we had a wonderful time. Now we'll recoup and plan the next one! (more)
From £3498 - £3728 including UK flights
Cuba adventure tours
Drinking rum and coke out of a coconut while swimming in beautiful sea waters at sunset, simply brilliant...Loved it. Been on many tours, the tour guide was good and it was lovely to travel in a manageable group size. (more)
From £339 excluding flights

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5 stars
I am reborn! Simply the best holiday I have ever been on
4 stars
Some great stories to tell the grandchildren. Would recommend to a friend
3 stars
Very enjoyable
2 stars
It was OK
1 star
A bit disappointing really
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