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Pioneering Adventure Travel for 45 Years

Since 1978, we’ve remained dedicated to designing innovative trips to the most fascinating corners of the world. Our adventures offer something for every adventurous spirit—from African safaris to hiking odysseys in the Alps to expedition cruises in Antarctica. We invite you to join us!

Award-Winning Journeys

Crafting Trips for Every Travel Style

Browse our trips based on your specific interests. Whether you are looking for hiking and trekking adventures, snorkeling excursions, in-depth cultural encounters, or more, we have the trip for you.

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We have more than 200 trips in over 80 countries throughout the world. Check out some of our most popular destinations below or browse our full selection.

Experience Tanzania

Take a classic wildlife safari with skilled trackers in Serengeti National Park or climb Kilimanjaro—the roof of Africa! Enjoy expert guides, exclusive private camps, and luxury lodges.

Join us in the Alps

Experience the Alps the right way with our world-class mountain guides. Hike among soaring peaks, hidden hamlets, and lush valleys—this is the way to see the Alps.

Explore Peru

Savor fine hotels and cultural exploration in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, hike the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and trek the spectacular alpine trails of the Cordillera Blanca.

Discover Egypt

Enter a mysterious world of soaring temples in a timeless desert landscape, from the Great Pyramids to Abu Simbel to a luxury cruise on the Nile.

Hike the Himalayas

Be welcomed in tiny villages and mountainside temples, meet red-robed monks, explore colorful markets, and discover a unique Shangri-La kingdom.

Providing Unparalleled, Best-in-Class Service

Thoughtful Itinerary Design

Meticulously planned and artfully executed itineraries, perfectly paced and with the ideal balance of activities, including unique off-the-beaten-path experiences.

Sustainable & Meaningful Travel

We are committed to environmentally conscious, locally focused travel, offsetting our trips’ carbon emissions and working to preserve the cultures and ecosystems we visit.

Best Trip Leaders in the Industry

Our Trip Leaders all have an extraordinary knowledge of their destinations, and a passion to share their worlds with you.

Request a Free Catalog

Get inspired for your next journey with our 2024-2025 Catalog of Adventures! With award-winning photography and over 200 journeys around the world, it is truly a Dream Book that will grace your coffee table and feed your wanderlust.

REVIEWS FROM OUR CLIENTS

“Absolutely EVERYTHING about this trip was perfect: itinerary, food, lodgings, trip leaders, educational opportunities. A perfect example of why Wilderness Travel will always be our first choice when planning adventures.”

“We were taught so much beyond the usual viewpoint given to a tourist that I felt I had a much deeper understanding of the culture and history than I would have if traveling with a different company.”

“An incredible variety of activities was packed into the trip, yet we never felt rushed. It would be impossible to do what we did in the same period of time without the expertise of WT guides.”

“I have dreamed of taking this trip for years. Truly this journey exceeded my expectations on all fronts. The wildlife, terrain, people, staff and fellow trip mates made it an adventure to always treasure. I feel blessed and fortunate. Thank you Wilderness Travel. You have my complete confidence.”

“Because of our Trek Leader’s vast experience in the area, we used several trails that aren’t known to many trekkers and we were invited into Sherpa homes, which was wonderful. I had been dreaming of this trip for 30 years and now those dreams are fulfilled.”

“Couldn’t have asked for a more interesting trip and two outstanding guides, accommodations, and meals. This was our fourth trip with Wilderness Travel and one of the best (although we say that about every trip we have been on!)”

“I love Wilderness Travel! You select the best guides, a variety of special places to stay, the food is always plentiful and cultural, and the adventure is top drawer! Thank you for offering trips that expand one’s knowledge of other cultures while making it enjoyable and fun.”

“We are still on a high a month after the trip, having had wonderful guides, camp crew, co-travelers, and the right mix of comfort and authentic experience.”

“WOW! This was an extraordinary trip. It was meticulously planned, but allowed for many spontaneous interactions and delightful surprises. Another WT success story.”

“This was my first trip to India and I cannot imagine a better introduction. Because of the care with which the trip had been planned and organized, I was able to relax, enjoy, and try to fully absorb the experience without spending even a moment concerned about the quotidian details of the trip. What a luxury.”

“Everyone was so thorough and helpful. It was like being whisked around on a magic carpet. Doors opened, every wish fulfilled, amazing service!”

“It was an indescribable, life-affirming experience that I will always cherish. In particular, I wanted to commend your selection of Trip Leaders. Their skill, thoughtfulness, and dedication made the entire trip seem effortless even though the challenge was great.”

Talk to an expert

Our Area Specialists know every detail about our adventures around the world. They will be happy to answer any questions and help you choose the journey that’s right for you. Contact us to learn more or book your trip today!

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Bespoke Travel – Our luxury travel curators create life-enhancing travel experiences by cultivating your travel dreams, curating the best destinations, and bringing people and cultures together.

We have been making travel dreams come true since 1996—if you are looking for luxury travel experts, you’ve come to the right place.

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Client experiences.

“We can’t more effusively praise the professional services of Outdoor Travel Adventures — especially Roseann Iovine, who so diligently helped us to plan our family dream vacation to Australia. She spent countless hours with us from beginning to end, helping us to explore various potential itineraries, highlighting the pros and cons of each potential destination. She is so thoroughly knowledgeable about everything ranging from the quality of a given activity, event or landmark to the pragmatic details of transportation, timing, and lodging alternatives.

We never felt pressured or pushed into an option we weren’t excited about; instead, Roseann was intent on ensuring that our vacation itinerary would be just right for our family and our particular interests. She helped us plan the trip 11 months prior to our departure, and she stayed in touch throughout the months leading up to our departure date. As we neared our departure date, she reviewed our entire itinerary and made sure that all of our flight documents were in order. During the trip itself, she checked in to make sure we were enjoying ourselves without any difficulties.

We happened to be in Australia during the peak of the bushfires, and Roseann was super helpful (together with their local affiliate) to help us make a couple of detours that turned out to be great experiences in the end. We absolutely loved our trip to Australia, especially our Great Barrier Reef experience on an amazingly beautiful island. We can’t thank Roseann enough and wholeheartedly endorse her super travel agent services. Highly recommended, without reservation!!!”

— The Reilly Family

“We just came back from an epic five weeks tour of Australia, New Zealand and Bora Bora. We could not be more pleased with the arrangement from Sue Rovegno. Thanks to her we had a smooth and trouble free trip. Five weeks across different time zones and countries, it’s easy to be confused but she set up the trip perfectly and had tours that fit our interests. Sue had a lot of experience and can help you with whatever your adventures you want. Thank you Sue we’ve had a great time.”

“There are not enough words to describe how pleased we are with service Outdoor Travel provided for our recent trip to Austraila.

Sue Rovegno and the entire team against many challenges fires ..weather and virus. The guidance and care Sue provided to create an agenda that meet our needs was flawless. When we were concerned about whether to go on the trip due to the fires..smoke and early virus warning .. Sue made sure we had all the information to make the decision ..right for us. The new agenda provided us with a few unquie opportunities…to see a different perspective of this amazing country.

Thank you for staying on point with us until we landed back home.”

“I found Outdoor Travel Adventures in San Diego. Lindsay Santoro and I spoke at length about our goals, time frame, budget, likes and dislikes, preferences, travel experiences and more.  I was extremely impressed by her knowledge of both countries as well as the questions she asked.

Our experience with Outdoor Travel Adventures was extraordinary.  Indeed, they exceeded our expectations in every aspect of our adventure and we are beyond grateful for their herculean efforts handling our transition back to the US.  They converted what could have been an extraordinarily stressful and time consuming situation into a very manageable conclusion to our New Zealand trip.”

— Vivian L.

“From the very first contact email to the last, Sari was extremely professional, asked for our input, followed through, asked for confirmations, looked to save us some money, and showed her expertise to arrange things to the smallest details. She went out of her way to make sure that she helped us with our dream vacation by listening to what we would like to do and by suggesting other things that we did not think of.  We just returned from our 18 day trip and everything went super smoothly; from reservations to all the airport/hotel pickups (even on official holidays).  We could not be more pleased!  Even our teenager noted that our Travel Agent did a great job. We could not agree more!  We will certainly use our Outdoor Travel Adventures  in the near future. I cannot recommend them highly enough!”

— Natasha T.

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Few travellers make it to this icy continent, but the lucky ones who do get to explore a frozen Eden ruled by the elements and teeming with wildlife.

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G adventures sailing & cruises, g adventures private travel.

Whether it’s a family retreat or a girls trip, you can surround yourself with a hand-picked crew and customize a tour that fits you all perfectly.

The Geluxe Collection

Our new line of premium active adventures is officially here. With perfectly paced itineraries, one-of-a-kind accommodations and elevated dining, this is adventure at its finest.

National Geographic Journeys

Go deeper into the cultures and habitats of the places we explore. More is included and you’ll enjoy greater hands-on exploration, interactions with local experts, and freedom to roam.

National Geographic Family Journeys

Are you an adventure-loving family in search of meaningful ways to discover the world together? These tours are specially designed for travellers seven and up and their inquisitive families.

Jane Goodall Collection

Step deeper into the animal kingdom while respecting all of its inhabitants. Our incredible collection of wildlife-focused tours is endorsed by the world-renowned ethologist.

Roamies by Hostelworld

The thrill of adventure. The awesomeness of hostels. Get ‘em both on these immersive small group trips for 18 to 35-year-old travellers.

Why choose us

As the leader in small group travel for 30 years, we know how to do it right: flexible itineraries, freedom to roam, safety, peace of mind, and locally based guides.

Change the world just by having the time of your life. When you travel with us, you become a force for good by acting responsibly and creating positive impact.

Together with our non-profit partner, Planeterra, we ensure local communities touched by our tours benefit from our visits in as many ways possible.

Trees for Days

Leave your destination even greener than you found it! For every day on tour, we’ll plant a tree in your honour and ensure that our forests get to live their best lives.

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Looking to have the time of your life in the next 90 days or so? You can save big if you’re ready to book now.

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Eligible passengers shall receive 10% off per person on guaranteed departures of the following small-group tours, for select dates departing between 21 Dec 2024 and 21 Dec 2024 XVQCSX241220 Valid towards the following cabin categories: Cat 3 Twin, Cat 4 Twin, Cat 5 Double. Valid for new bookings only and must quote promo code G25GAV010ANT02 at time of booking. Bookings must be made by calling G Adventures, visiting gadventures.com, or by contacting your local travel agent. Cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions or discounts and is subject to availability. Does not apply to private groups, Independent trips, pre- or post-tour accommodation, insurance, airfare not included in the itinerary, upgrades, extras, ""My Own Room"" or ""My Own Tent,"" transfers, theme packs, or other in-country or on-board services. G Adventures reserves the right to withdraw this offer from sale at any time without prior notice. G Adventures reserves the right to cancel any booking due to unauthorized, altered, ineligible, or fraudulent use of discount. G Adventures is not responsible for technical or system errors that may interfere with or otherwise prohibit the use of the promotion. All G Adventures tours are subject to G Adventures' full booking conditions, found here: gadventures.com/terms-conditions-policies/.

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Why travel with G Adventures?

As the leader in small group adventure travel for 30+ years, we've redefined the way travellers see the world. Check out how we’re creating the future of travel.

Small groups

Join a small group of like-minded travellers that, like you, are eager to safely and confidently experience all the things that make our world worth exploring.

100% guaranteed departures

Pack those bags and don't break a sweat because we guarantee every single one of our departures. As long as it's safe, you're going!

Locally based guides

At G Adventures, we don’t have tour guides — we have Chief Experience Officers. And they are all locally based, meaning they know the area you’re exploring like the back of their well-travelled hand.

Built to support local communities

We have always created our tours by building meaningful relationships with local communities, directly benefiting the people and places we visit.

Flexibility, freedom, fun

No matter the Travel Style, our tours balance well-planned itineraries with the flexibility to do your own thing and make the experience your own.

When you travel with us, you experience first-hand our commitment to making travel a force for good is in everything we do.

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"With Outguided, I get bookings sent for my approval in my sleep. I can spend more time doing what I love and less time managing my back office."

"I love how I can search by different filters. Outguided makes it super easy to plan and book the next adventure."

2% for Conservation

We are proud to support organizations that work to preserve our wild spaces. 2 percent of our revenue is donated to Conservation NGOs.

Natural Habitat Adventures

Conservation through exploration.

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African Safaris

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Trips by Region

Polar Bear Tours

Meet the King of the Arctic roaming its wild tundra home on the edge of Hudson Bay in Churchill, Canada

Intimate wildlife adventures featuring uncrowded private reserves and remote luxury bush camps

Galapagos Tours

Meet unique and amiable wildlife up close on expertly guided small-group explorations in the Enchanted Isles

Get close to brown bears, explore Denali and see abundant marine life by private boat in Kenai Fjords & Prince William Sound

Look for wolves in Yellowstone, gape at the Grand Canyon, hike Glacier's alpine heights, watch the sunrise in Acadia...and more!

Watch whales, heli-hike in the Canadian Rockies, see icebergs calve in Greenland, witness the northern lights

Explore the wild side of Europe as we leave big cities behind to explore less-discovered natural wonders

Mexico & Central America Tours

Ecotourism adventures with gray whales, monarch butterflies, sea turtles, scarlet macaws & more!

From the Amazon to the Andes, from the Pantanal to Patagonia, explore this continent's amazing biodiversity 

View endangered pandas, tigers, orangutans, pygmy elephants, rhinos, koalas & other wildlife

Antarctica & Arctic Journeys

Commune with penguins, puffins and polar bears in the most remote wilderness areas on the planet

Photography Expeditions

For avid photographers of all ability levels, with coaching from an expert naturalist–photographer guide

Small-ship expedition voyages to the ends of the earth: explore polar regions, Amazon, Alaska & beyond

Women's Adventures

Led by Nat Hab's top women Expedition Leaders, these departures have a special focus on the contributions of women in our destinations

Discover, explore and have fun in nature as you build lifelong memories across generations!

Check out our newest trip offerings and first-run adventures all around the world!

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Together, Natural Habitat Adventures and World Wildlife Fund have teamed up to arrange nearly 100 nature travel experiences around the planet, while helping to protect the magnificent places we visit and their wild inhabitants.

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DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL ALASKA OUTDOORS HAS SUSPENDED ALL RESERVATIONS FOR THE 2024 TOUR SEASON.

We apologize for the inconvenience. It is unclear at this time if this will change and encourage you to look for other Alaska travel options. We have been serving our guests continuously since 2001 and are very disappointed. We look forward to resuming operations as soon as we are able.

Alaska Outdoors Adventure Tours

Award Winning Tours since 2001

Alaska Outdoors’ award-winning, small group adventure tours combine travel to Alaska’s world-famous National Parks and protected areas with active outdoor exploration and adventure. Our smartly designed, activity-oriented adventure travel packages feature the perfect blend of comfortable camping at established campgrounds (all equipment included) and occasional indoor accommodations at hotels/ lodges. The best of both worlds.

At each of our destinations, we participate in guided outdoor multi-sport adventure tours that showcase the best adventures Alaska has to offer. And, unlike many tours with rigid itineraries, our trips provide choice. Each of our tours include unscheduled days for you to choose activities that best suit your interests, desires, and budget. Customize your trip experience and fulfill your dreams!

Some of the Adventure Tours available on our trips: hiking, wildlife/glacier cruises, river rafting, glacier trekking, ice climbing, sea kayaking, flight seeing, dog sledding, horseback riding, historic tours, ziplining, ATV tours and more!

Travel with a small group, avoid the crowds, view wildlife, challenge yourself, and travel worry free. You choose your adventure; we’ll take care of all the details! Learn more about our small group tours . Our trips offer an enriching and economical adventure tour option in Alaska and are outstanding value!

Give us a call 907-357-4020 or Contact Us today.

We’d be happy to answer all your questions.

Classic Alaska Tour

Denali State Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Denali National Park, Anchorage and more!

Glaciers Mountains Fjords

Matanuska Glacier, Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Valdez, Prince William Sound and more!

Alaska Family Adventure

Denali National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Denali State Park, Anchorage and more!

Wildlife Tour

Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Kenai Fjords National Park, Prince William Sound, Valdez, Tangle Lakes, Denali National Park, Anchorage and more!

Grand Alaska Tour Combo

The Grand Tour Combo is a combination of the Classic Alaska Tour and the Glaciers Mountains Fjords Tour and explores a broad cross section of Alaska’s biotic regions!

Custom Tours

Our unique method of travel allows a great deal of customization with respect to location, activities, and interests of trip participants!

Each Trip Features

• Small groups
• Full time guide
• Comfortable transportation
• Healthy, hearty meals
• Top of the line equipment
• National Parks and protected areas
• Worry free travel

Conscientious/ Sustainable Alaska Travel

Our tour group sizes are small and our hearts are big. Learn more about our commitment to low impact sustainable travel .

Alaska Outdoors is a certified Green/ Sustainable business by Adventure Green Alaska. Adventure Green Alaska recognizes and promotes model Alaska tourism businesses who practice economic, environmental, social and cultural sustainability.

Since 2001, thousands of happy campers

★★★★★ Everything was perfect! I would rate my trip an 11! -Teresa Vinson

★★★★★ Thank you for three of the greatest weeks of my life. -Doug Cutler

★★★★★ I can’t stop talking about my trip! -Barbara Matievich

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We all crave the big outdoors—vast spaces, few people, lots to see and soak up. We scoured the US for the best new trips. Et voilà: 21 great escapes in the US, for everyone from the laidback to the daredevil.

Henry David Thoreau, the American naturalist and philosopher, called our desire for big nature "the tonic of wilderness." We sure all need it now. Below are 21 great outdoor adventures—on the East coast, the West coast, the Midwest, and the South. We have organized them by degrees of physical difficulty involved: From almost none (Part 1, Adventures Lite), to some (Part 2, Active Adventures), to substantial (Part 3, Challenging Adventures), to, well, daredevil territory (Part 4, Extreme Adventures). Booking information is provided. And just this bit of advice: Know thyself.

PART 1: ADVENTURES LITE (for when you don't really want to break a sweat)

Snowmobile to hot springs in Idaho

The country around Shore Lodge, the historic lakefront resort two and a half hours from Boise, is rugged: the Salmon River Mountains, glacial lakes, and 2,600 skiable acres. But the area’s real bragging rights are its 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, on which the resort organizes private daylong, 30-mile backcountry adventures. Go at a leisurely pace to spot elk and moose—or chase your guide, kicking up snow at 50 mph. The endpoint: rustic Burgdorf Hot Springs, which has three mineral-rich pools that have been lowering blood pressure since 1870. TO BOOK : Shore Lodge

Road trip to a blue bayou in Louisiana

Few places in the U.S. feel as “abroad” as Acadiana, where french toast is called pain perdu, alligators and egrets lurk and flit, and Cajun music is on surround sound. The road trip specialist All Roads North will curate a six-day itinerary that includes: a stay on the shores of Lake Martin at the Maison Madeleine , a gorgeously atmospheric two-bedroom Cajun home from the 1840s that’s now a B&B where James Beard–nominated chefs come to cook; kayak tours of the mazelike waterways of the vast Atchafalaya Basin; seaplane excursions; and visits to Breaux Bridge, New Iberia, and Jefferson Island, the heartland of the Cajun way of life. End, if you wish, in New Orleans, with a stay at the new Chloe , a 14-room Queen Anne–style mansion turned hotel. TO BOOK : Sam Highley, [email protected]

Spy golden eagles in flight in Montana

The much delayed Green O , the adults-only sister retreat of the Resort at Paws Up, the pioneering glamping getaway, opens in June on the secluded southern edge of the 37,000-acre Paws Up property. The 12 stand-alone glass-and-wood cabins are architecturally stunning (no Western clichés here), but the real draw is the endless opportunities for tranquil outdoor pursuits. Equestrians can join cattle drives or explore pine-shaded trails. Anglers have the Blackfoot, Bitterroot, and Missouri rivers to cast in. And hot air balloon flights double as wildlife safaris; from the air you might spot golden eagles soaring in the distance or a herd of elk in a meadow below. TO BOOK : Rob Karp, [email protected]; thegreeno.com

Explore from the chicest caravan park ever—in Oregon

Set on 103 acres along Oregon’s wildest stretch of coast, Bay Point Landing is a fashionable New Nordic twist on the traditional caravan park. Every sleek, modern prefab cabin (all with patios and private firepits), tricked-out Airstream, and RV site has dramatic views of Coos Bay. The mild climate makes for year-round adventures: Fall brings consistent surf to Bastendorff Beach, just up the road; in winter you can whale-watch, harvest clams, or cast for steelhead; in spring and summer, take a day trip to the dunes or explore the old-growth forest of Golden and Silver Falls State Natural Area. Contemplating one of those Goss RVs that have been all the rage (some have interiors rivaling suites at the Four Seasons)? This is the place to park it. TO BOOK : ­ Bay Point Landing

PART 2: ACTIVE ADVENTURES (when physical activities matter but stunning scenery is a must)

Wake up in a wonderland in the Southwest

The only way to spend the night in the magically colored and contoured national parks of the Southwestern U.S. used to be basic DIY camping. No longer. When the pioneering glamping company Under Canvas opens its newest camp in April—on the edge of Canyon Rim Plateau in Lake ­Powell–Grand Staircase, on 220 acres of red, orange, and yellow land—you’ll be able to book a circuit that also includes camps in the Grand Canyon, Moab, and Zion parks. The stylish tents sleep up to seven, have hot water and daily housekeeping, and include the services of a personal “adventure concierge,” who will arrange every imaginable activity, including rugged Jeep tours, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and more. TO BOOK : ­[email protected]

Bike like you're in Burgundy—on the East Coast

DuVine Cycling & Adventure Co . has a loyal following among discerning cyclists. New trips in Vermont, Maine, and New York have been planned with the same attention to detail as the signature small group DuVine itineraries in Burgundy and Tuscany. The four-day Hudson Valley trip, for example, includes overnights at Troutbeck, an estate that hosted Hemingway and Thoreau; farm-to-table meals; artisanal whiskey tastings; and rides ranging from 20 to 48 miles a day. TO BOOK : Sybille Steiner, [email protected]

Paddleboard the fjords in Alaska

The Within the Wild company is a rare thing, two remote Alaska lodges owned by one of the state’s most revered backcountry guides, Carl Dixon, who also happens to be married to an award-winning chef. Winterlake lies at the entrance to the Alaska Range, and Tutka Bay comprises six cabins on a private cove outside Homer, open from May to September. Big nature activities abound at both. Winterlake has a new High Mountain Camp, a base for ridgeline and downhill glacier biking. Tutka Bay launched a new helicopter daytrip to the outer coast of the Gulf of Alaska for bear viewing by boat and standup paddleboarding on the fjords. No worries if you work up an appetite: Three-course meals back at the lodge might feature reindeer tenderloin with blueberry gastrique or black cod. TO BOOK : Kirsten Dixon, [email protected]

Test drive a base camp for type A's in Rhode Island

Just three hours by car from New York City, the five-month-old Preserve Sporting Club & Residences in Richmond has 500 acres of fields, wetlands, and rolling hills, with 100 miles of woodland trails for hiking, mountain biking, and ATVing. When they’re covered in snow, they can be explored by snowshoe, snowmobile, or Nordic ski. Fishing fanatics can cast for trout in 10 on-site ponds; there are also a zipline, four tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course. The team behind Relais & Châteaux’s Ocean House manages the property (the service is five-star), and there’s not a whiff of stuffy country club dining: Private meals can be served in tents, Hobbit-esque cottages, or a treehouse. TO BOOK : Jack Ezon, Jack@­embarkbeyond.com

Hike amid pueblo ruins in New Mexico

The outfitter Extraordinary Journeys built its reputation on safaris in Africa, pivoting to U.S. adventures during the pandemic. All trips are custom, but New Mexico–born co-owner Marcia Gordon especially recommends: 1) Hiking among the Puebloan archaeological ruins in Bandelier National Monument, either along the mellow 1.4-mile Main Loop, dotted with sites, or the 12-mile roundtrip to the Yapashi Pueblo, which has some arduous ascents from pine-shaded canyons; 2) Experiencing the Rio Grande Gorge, New Mexico’s answer to the Grand Canyon, either from a hot air balloon or by riding its class III rapids. Lodgings include luxe tents in dark sky–designated Chaco Canyon (as “roughing it” as Gordon’s trips get), Santa Fe’s landmark Bishop’s Lodge (reopening in April after a complete makeover), and Ted Turner’s 550,000-acre Vermejo ranch , where you can hike, mountain bike, and ride horses. TO BOOK : Elizabeth Gordon, [email protected]

PART 3: CHALLENGING ADVENTURES (when you want off the grid and out of your comfort zone)

Own the great unknown in Alaska

Ancient Greeks called the realm beyond the northern bounds of their maps Ultima Thule. Experiencing that terra incognita privately is the promise of Ultima Thule Lodge . Its five cabins are 100 miles from the closest road and have Wrangell–St. Elias National Park as a 13.2 million–acre back yard. Guests have daily access to a fleet of bush planes and pilots—i.e., a pass to a wilderness the size of Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Switzerland combined. Not enough? After a few nights at the lodge, set off in a Cessna 185 to any national park in the state. Kayak on alpine lakes, hike volcanoes, or observe polar bears in the Arctic, staying along the way in private homes, villages, and old-fashioned tents—true adventure on an Alaskan scale. TO BOOK : Ellie Gray, [email protected]

Redefine road warrior in Tennessee

The cabins may be stocked with kombucha, and the spa offers crystal reiki, but don’t for a second think Blackberry Mountain is just another woo-woo wellness resort. The sister property of celebrated culinary destination Blackberry Farm, situated on 5,200 acres of Smoky Mountain beauty, has some seriously pulse-raising activities. The off-road driving circuit is designed to hone your reflexes. A guide will instruct you in navigating seven challenges—including the log crawl, hill descent, and axle twist—and put you in a Lexus. Trust us, you will need a cocktail—afterward. TO BOOK : Lee Robinson, [email protected]

Feel all “out of Africa” in Utah

Tour operator Black Tomato excels in trips that let you get your hands dirty by day and sleep in style at night. The ­seven-day Southwest “safari” (with bush planes) aims to rival African exploits. An overnight at Sorrel River Ranch in Moab, amid red rock mesas, will transport you to Namibia; the class IV rapids on the Colorado River are a match for the Zambezi’s. The popup “blink tents” along the shore are fully staffed and accoutred with vintage trunks and Sferra linens. The trip ends with two nights at Amangiri’s Camp Sakira, which, except for wildlife, rivals anything in Kenya or Botswana. TO BOOK : [email protected]

Gallop for your supper in Oregon

Just getting to Minam River Lodge is an adventure. Set in the 360,000-acre Eagle Cap Wilderness, it’s accessible only by a half-day horseback ride, an 8.5-mile hike, or a charter flight. Skilled equestrians can make a multiday trip of it with Del Sol Outfitters , who will match you to a horse, set up a camp with a chef-run kitchen, and suggest rides to nearby alpine lakes and meadows. At the lodge, wilderness luxuries await: cabins with waterfall showers, Willamette Valley wines, and multicourse meals made from ingredients from the on-site greenhouse and smokehouse. TO BOOK : Barry Cox at Del Sol Outfitters, [email protected]; Minam River Lodge

PART 4: EXTEME ADVENTURES (when you want your inner daredevil to run free)

Play hard with water in Maui

The island’s north shore is a water sports paradise, home to the windsurfing hotspot Ho’okipa and the legendary surf break Jaws. The recent opening of Haiku House , a nine-room estate on 20 acres that once belonged to sugar magnate Henry Alexander Baldwin, finally gives visitors a luxe base close to the waves—plus access to some of Hawaii’s top athletes. Downwind paddleboard with world champion Connor Baxter, windsurf with former pro Kevin Pritchard, free-dive with five-time national record holder Kurt Chambers, or try Hawaii’s latest craze, wing foiling (on a board with an attached fin with wings), under the tutelage of Zane Schweitzer. While you acquire new skills, you’ll also pick up a truly local perspective. TO BOOK : Marilyn Clark, [email protected]

Summit a monster in Colorado

Hiking 14,000-foot peaks—14ers, locals call them—is a rite of passage in Colorado, which has 58 of them. But taking even the easiest route to the top requires planning and preparation. Hotel Jerome in Aspen has launched a three-day program to help guests bag the peak of their choosing. Mike Schneiter, a certified mountain guide, assisted by his daughter Selah, one of the youngest people ever to climb El Capitan, will put you through boot camp, train you on a via ferrata, and then lead your ascent. If you choose a mellower route, you can bring a naturalist and a gourmet picnic lunch. Supertechnical climbs require complete focus, but they can later be celebrated at the JBar, back at the Jerome. TO BOO K : Hotel Jerome

Take on chutes and cliffs in Wyoming

Earn your turns—and experience the magnificent solitude of the backcountry—on an overnight skiing adventure in Grand Teton National Park. Yes, you’ll have to leave your cushy digs at the Caldera House , an eight-suite hotel in the heart of Jackson Hole Resort. But you’ll be rewarded with mind-boggling terrain. Caldera House will outfit you with gear, and an Exum Mountain Guide will lead you to Baldy Knoll Yurt, a fully stocked backcountry camp at an altitude of 8,800 feet, with access to glade skiing (between trees), open bowls, chutes, cliffs, and couloirs. Good luck. TO BOOK : calderahouse.com

Tackle rapids, peaks, and glaciers in Washington

North Cascades National Park, nicknamed the American Alps for its jagged peaks and 300-plus glaciers, offers as many adrenaline-fueled challenges as those Alps in Europe. The outfitter Embark Beyond ’s new customizable 14-day itineraries might include a guided three-day, 23-mile trek over Cascade Pass, camping old-school along the way; or a seaplane flight to fjordlike Ross Lake, the park’s crown jewel, for four days of kayaking, camping, and hiking up Desolation Peak (at some serious elevation). Stay at the adults-only riverfront Post Hotel & Spa in the Bavarian-themed village of Leavenworth, or in a well-appointed private cabin at Mountain Home Lodge, where you can tackle the 17-mile Enchantments trail as well as whitewater. Whatever you do, you’ll feel like a contestant on The Amazing Race . TO BOOK : Josh Geller, [email protected]

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A crowd gathers Sept. 2, 2023, along the Kennebec River, behind Water Street businesses, for the Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival in downtown Skowhegan. Morning Sentinel file

SKOWHEGAN — Beer lovers from around the country are expected to head to Skowhegan on Saturday for the town’s annual Labor Day weekend brew festival.

The Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival is set to feature more than 100 Maine-made craft beers, wines, ciders and spirits from 24 beverage producers, along with local food vendors and four musical acts, according to an announcement from the event’s organizer, the nonprofit organization Main Street Skowhegan.

The festival, which began in 2016, is expected to draw people from Maine, 13 other states and Canada, according to the announcement. So far, people from as far away from Texas, Arizona and Nevada have bought tickets, the organization said.

“We’re thrilled to draw people from near and far to Skowhegan for our annual brew festival,” Kristina Cannon, president and CEO of Main Street Skowhegan, said in the statement. “Not only do events showcase our growing community and all that we have to offer visitors, but they also bring people to town who spend money at our locally owned businesses. Brew fest, in particular, brings people back again and again to our community.”

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Tickets are required to attend the brew festival, and can be purchased online at skowhegancraftbrewfest.com . A $50 general admission ticket includes unlimited beverage samples from 3 to 7 p.m. and a souvenir tasting glass. “Designated driver” tickets for those who do not wish to drink alcohol are $10.

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A “VIP hour” at 2 p.m., featuring free food samples, other goodies and live entertainment, is sold out.

The brew festival is to be held along the Kennebec River in downtown Skowhegan, where the event moved last year from its previous location on Water Street .

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Organizers said last year that the move was intended to help promote ongoing economic revitalization efforts along the town’s waterfront, including the planned River Park. Other events, such as the annual River Fest in August , are intended to achieve that goal, too.

With a contractor on board and the permitting process in its final stages, construction of the in-river whitewater park portion of the overall development is expected to begin in spring 2025 , Cannon said recently.

Construction of Skowhegan whitewater River Park delayed until 2025

Main Street Skowhegan uses proceeds from the brew festival to support its ongoing economic development efforts, according to organizers. The event is sponsored by more than a dozen local businesses and organizations.

The festival is expected to take place no matter the weather. As of Thursday, the National Weather Service was predicting mostly cloudy skies in Skowhegan on Saturday, with high temperatures in the mid-70s, and a 50% chance of rain showers after 2 p.m.

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