10 Adventures You can Have in a Week

Short on time or looking for a quick adventure to round out a longer journey? Here are some incredible experiences that you can have in just seven exceptional days.

Trek to the Mountain Gorillas of Uganda

Join an experienced local tracker and trek through the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda to find the mountain gorillas who call it home. This incredibly unique experience is reserved for a maximum group size of eight on each visit and daily permits are limited, making the encounter even more special. Share a tender moment as you watch these beautiful animals bond, play and eye you curiously. You’ll get an hour to observe the gorillas, but it will take just seconds to give you goosebumps.

Live like a Local in Nepal

Immerse yourself in the local Nepalese life with a homestay in the village of Panauti. Here you’ll stay with a host family who welcome you, teach you how to cook traditional dishes, dine with you, and provide an insight into the daily life here. Explore local villages on foot with your small group and guide, learn about Nepalese customs and traditions, and hear stories of the past and present. There is no better way to get to know a place than to get to know its people, and on this tour, you will get the chance to do so in a more intimate way.

Take Your Family Camping in Kenya

Camping in Africa may not sound like your average family holiday, and that’s exactly the point! This is an incredible experience suitable for children aged 9 – 16 years which provides fascinating wildlife encounters under the watchful eye of your experienced tour leader and crew members. Being a full-service camping trip, you won’t need to worry about setting up camp, so you can just kick back and enjoy time with your loved ones making unforgettable memories. Some favourites may be visiting an elephant orphanage or a giraffe centre, taking a game drive through the Masai Mara, or perhaps seeing the open plains come to life from the sky on a sunrise hot air balloon safari.

Cycle (and eat) Through the Loire Valley

Saddle up for a self-guided cycling trip through the Loire Valley – a beautiful countryside abundant with gastronomic delights. The terrain and route distances are easy to cover, so your short riding days can be punctuated with long lazy lunches, vineyard visits and châteaux stops. A support vehicle will transport your luggage daily and you’ll be provided with route maps and recommendations, however, you will have the flexibility to tailor your day to suit you. Take each day as it comes, stretch your legs at a relaxed pace and alternate pedalling with palate pleasing along the way.

Trek to the Lost City of Teyuna in Colombia

Join an Indigenous Wiwa guide to trek the previously undiscovered route to the Lost City of Teyuna, an ancient archaeological site in the Sierra Nevada region of Colombia. Challenge yourself against a backdrop of stunning jungle scenery, sleep in hammocks in Wiwa camps, and learn the traditions of the local villagers who open their arms to you and your small group of trekkers. This journey is tough but rewards with beautiful social interactions, incredible landscapes, and a fascinating archaeological discovery dating back further than Machu Picchu.

Chase the Northern Lights in Iceland

Charter a course for the land of Vikings and unrivalled natural beauty. Dramatically raw and delightfully pristine, Iceland welcomes you with spurting geysers, thundering waterfalls and stunning glacial lagoons. The scenery by day will have you picking your jaw up off the black sand beaches and glistening ice caps, and by night you will steer your gaze skywards in search for the dancing green lights of the aurora borealis. You’ll enjoy guest houses and farm stays away from the city lights to optimise your viewing.

Experience Poland in Winter

Experience a Polish winter complete with snowshoeing and sleigh rides. Head for the Pieniny Mountains and don snowshoes to explore the beautiful alpine scenery and perhaps try out the other winter activities on offer here. Ski? Snowboard? Snowmobile? The choice is yours. Just be sure to be back in time for a torch-lit sleigh ride through the charming town of Szczawnica. Explore this winter wonderland and enjoy an evening of local hospitality with traditional food and entertainment that will warm your soul.

Cycle England from Coast to Coast

Cross England by pedal power from the Irish Sea to the North Sea, traversing the rolling green landscape of the Lake District, following old railways winding through little hamlets and quiet backroads flanked with stone walls and moorlands. This is a challenging ride with tough climbs and long descents, and while it is not for the faint hearted, it is just as rewarding as it is demanding. You’ll get incredible views, pass through stunningly scenic countryside, and stay in charming villages along the way. Saddle up!

Meet the Wildlife of Sarawak

Borneo is a nature lover’s dream rich with vibrant ecosystems and brimming with wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for proboscis monkeys as you venture deep into Bako National Park and take note of the abundant plant life as you hike through its lush vegetation. You’ll also get an insight into the life deep in the jungle with a night in a traditional Iban longhouse, and if you are lucky, you may just catch sight of an orangutan at the Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. A short trip packed with wildlife viewing potential.

Learn to Surf in Costa Rica

Whether you are a beginner or experienced surfer looking to garnish your trip through Central America with some salt, sand and sunshine, this four day adventure is a winner. Catch some waves in Santa Teresa, a haven for surfers, beachgoers and lovers of incredible sunsets. If you reach the sandy shore ready to hang ten then feel free to hit the surf independently with your board hire included, or if you need a little guidance, then take advantage of your included lessons. You’ll be a pro in no time!