Europe has been known for its culture,
cuisine and history, but it is also a continent known for its adventure. Thrill
seekers from across the globe flock to this fabled land for a piece of action
that is totally unique. From the icy heights of the Alps, to the depths of the
Arctic Ocean, adventure lovers have endless options to choose from!
Out of all the wonderful places, here are the best five locations with the highest level of adventure quotient. It doesn’t matter if you are a thrill seeking bride-to-be, picking outbachelorette locations or a once in a lifetime honeymoon destination, or a solo traveller in search of an adrenaline rush, these places
have something for all you adventure lovers out there. So strap on tight and
let the adventure begin!
Bobsledding in Prague,
Czech Republic
You’ve always seen this done at the winter olympics and now it’s your turn to
experience breakneck speeds. This gravity powered sport has been fascinating
people across the world. With no engines involved, you will be steering the
bobsleigh through the track with some good old elbow grease.
With the highest clocked speed on a bobsled
being 125 miles per hour, this sport can get pretty darn fast. If speed is what gets
your adrenaline pumping then bobsledding should be right up there on your list.
Glacier Hiking and Volcano
Tour in Reykjavik, Iceland
If you don’t mind frigid temperatures then
Reykjavik is the place for you. The Icelandic capital has been drawing hordes
of adventure travelers in the recent past. Here you can climb to the top of a glacier
and see firsthand the rugged beauty of this frozen paradise.
Hikers can choose to
climb Sólheimajökull, the closest glacier from Reykjavik. Yes, its name might take a few tries to pronounce, but the adventure on offer here will be totally
out of this world.
Travelers can also get close
to an active volcano in Iceland. This is the fire part of the moniker “The Land
of Fire and Ice”, given to the country. About 120 km from Reykjavik is the
famousEyjafjallajökull volcano. It
is known for its eruption in 2010 that led to air traffic disruption across
Europe. It is safe for travel now though and offers a close look at nature’s
destructive force.
Canyoning in Marbella,
Spain
Explore the picturesque gorges and canyons in
the Andalucian mountains. Rappel, swim and climb across the canyons for a
totally unique experience. Nature lovers will find this activity especially
great.
Make your way down a river gorge or jump into
clear natural pools after sliding down a rock slope. Canyoning does not require
you to be an expert, since all tours include a professional guide you will be
given hands on training while you enjoy the sight and sounds inside the canyon.
Coasteering in Newquay,
England
The Cornish coast is home to this totally wild
outdoor activity. The rugged coastline at Newquay offers some of the best
adventure in south England. Coasteering has now gained popularity as an offbeat
adventure sport with the maximum thrill. Newquay offers many routes including
low tide walks for the family, to the exhilarating cliff jumps for boys as one
of their destination bachelor party activities.
You can find professional operators in the area
who will readily provide wetsuits, helmets and other safety gear for your
coastal adventure.
Caving in Budapest, Hungary
While in the Hungarian capital of Budapest, do not miss the
chance to explore the caves underneath. Budapest is known for its thermal
springs, this flowing hot water has carved an extensive labyrinth of caves
under the city.
The caves offer a unique opportunity for adventure
enthusiasts to explore how nature has worked its way through the limestone
rocks. The Palvolgyi-Matyas Hegy cave system in Budapest offers up to 19 km of
caves where you can check out some awesome rock formations.
Traveling for adventure is one of the best ways
to meet new people, explore new places, and make valuable memories. So get your bags packed and say hello
to a new adventure right now! Which adventure catches your interest most? I think I’d love to go glacier hiking and caving!
