Top Guided Hiking Trips for Singles and Solo Travellers

Hike off into the sunset with these ramble-ready trips, where you’ll never walk alone.
Guided hiking trips around the globe are a great shout for solo travellers wanting to see the world safely, while taking the trail less trodden. Walks with local insider guides will literally take you off the beaten path, deep into the heart of each region. Imagine conquering Yosemite’s Sentinel Dome, hiking through the sands of the Sahara and exploring the Himalayas of Nepal with Everest looking over your shoulder. Looking for your next solo guided hike? These top trips are perfect for solo travellers.

Treasure Island: Ancient Temples & Wildlife Encounters in Sri Lanka
Adventures in Sri Lanka are even better when travelling with a small group. On this 12-day singles-ready hiking tour, you’ll see much of the country, including both Minneriya National Park and Yala National Park. Guided treks cover you from heel to toe, taking you step by step through sites like the Sigiriya fortress and the Buddhas at Buduruwagala. When you need a break, you’ll find respite at a Ceylon tea estate and a private tea plantation in Kandy.

Riches and Ruins: Wine, Dine and Step Back in Time in Rural Georgia
Georgia is a gem for off-the-beaten-path adventures. If trekking in the Caucasus mountains is on your bucket list, you won’t want to miss our epic nine-day trip. After exploring the capital city, Tbilisi, and the Unesco World Heritage Sites in Mtskheta, you’ll head to Lagodekhi National Park for a spectacular five-hour hike. Next, trek up to Gergeti Trinity Church – underneath the shadow of Mount Kazbegi – from Stepantsminda, close to the Russian border. You’ll have the option to hike near Juta to catch a glimpse of the mountainous Chaukhi Massif, before returning to Tbilisi for a well-deserved soak in the sulphur baths.
Maja Proescholdt contributed additional reporting to this article.