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Top 5 Epic Rafting Trips That Redefine Adventure
There’s adventure — and then there’s epic. Epic is waking up to the sound of a wild river echoing through jungle cliffs. It’s hiking into a canyon deeper than the Grand Canyon, paddling through ancient rainforest, or flying into a river that few humans have ever seen. These aren’t just rafting trips — they’re full-blown […]
Why Sailing in French Polynesia Is the Ultimate Way to Explore the Islands
Turquoise lagoons. Jungle-topped peaks. Remote coral reefs teeming with life. French Polynesia is the stuff of postcards — but if you want to experience it properly, you need to see it by sea. While resorts and day tours offer a glimpse, sailing lets you live the islands — not just visit them. From the deck […]
Top 5 Whitewater Rafting Trips That Will Blow Your Mind
1. Cotahuasi Canyon, Peru Trip: Rafting the CotahuasiDates: May – JuneAdd-on: Optional Machu Picchu extension The Cotahuasi River slices through one of the deepest canyons on Earth — yes, even deeper than the Grand Canyon. It’s remote, it’s raw, and it’s absolutely raging. You’ll navigate Class IV–V rapids surrounded by 6,000-meter Andean peaks, Incan ruins, […]
The Best Rivers For White Water Rafting in New Zealand
New Zealand is a haven for adventure enthusiasts, and when it comes to white-water rafting, it’s hard to beat the thrill of its numerous and scenic wild rivers. The country offers a variety of rivers that cater to all ability levels, from adrenaline-pumping challenges to scenic, mellow floats. Here are a few of our picks […]
What To Do In Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik ranks highly on many people’s ‘must visit’ lists. Known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, it’s easy to see why. The UNESCO World Heritage listed old town is a walled medieval masterpiece with glistening limestone streets set against a backdrop of the Dalmatian coastline. Whether you’re visiting for the history, the architecture, the food, […]
Island Highlights of French Polynesia
French Polynesia has over 120 islands and atolls spread over more than 1200 miles in the Pacific Ocean. Split into a number of archipelagos, (Austral, Gambier, Marquesas, Society and Tuamotu) this French collectivity offers a unique experience when exploring by sailboat. Whilst you would need a month (or more) to explore all the islands and […]
The Best Whitewater Rafting in Australasia
The Best Whitewater Rafting Adventures in Australasia Looking for unforgettable whitewater rafting experiences? From remote jungle rivers to epic heli-rafting in the Southern Alps, here are the best rafting spots in Australasia — packed with thrills, scenery, and adventure. Watut River – Papua New Guinea Arguably one of the most remote and adventurous rivers in […]
Getting to and from the river is always an adventure
During my years under my amazing mentor Dave Allardice in Nepal, getting to or from the river was always going to be an adventure. As guides and trip leaders, we always had the peace and tranquility, plus our adrenaline fix of being on the river, but as soon as we got off the river, we […]
Rafting adventures for solo travellers
Considering a whitewater rafting trip but don’t have anyone to go with? No problem. Rafting makes an excellent adventure for solo travellers. And it’s a trend that is on the rise. Before the pandemic in 2019 just under 24% of our guests were solo travellers, however last year that leapt to over 41%. Why the big […]
