The Best Places to Travel for Adventure

How do you begin to get an authentic taste of Africa’s southerly nation? Well, thanks to the expert guidance of our Local Insider, this trip is a satisfying three-course meal. To start, we’ll delve into the cultural diversity of Cape Town, forged in the fires of the country’s complex past. Next on the table – after Table Mountain, of course – is an exploration of the Garden Route’s sublime natural bounties, from limestone caves to luscious national parks, epic coastlines and endless vineyards. Your dessert? A luxurious stay on a stunning safari game reserve, where you can join us in search of the Big Five and bask in the glory of the South African wilderness.

This adventure travel tour is one that David Attenborough would approve of – five days spent immersing yourself in the animal kingdom of the Galápagos Islands. You’ll join a small group for an intimate excursion to the famed archipelago. Uninhabited islands are yours to explore as you write your own travelogue detailing every endemic species you stumble upon. The giant tortoises at your glamping site will patiently review your log each night, ensuring that your classifications are rich with Darwin-level detail.