Adventuring has never been more important. As John Muir put it, over a century ago, “thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilised people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity.” In 2024 we sought solace in trips that took us back to basics. We savoured wild camping in some of the world’s remotest spots and looking up at a sky full of stars, instead of a computer screen. We enjoyed the adrenaline rush of white water rafting, and the challenge of climbing rugged, cloud-wrapped peaks.

2025 will be no different. We’re planning some epic adventure challenges and we’d love for you to come along for the ride. Make this year the one you book the adventure you’ve always dreamed of, be it an ascent to Everest Base Camp or an expedition into the heart of the Amazonian jungle. We’ve got 25 different trip ideas for you, to some of the world’s wildest corners. If you’re up for the challenge, that is…

1. Trek the Annapurna Circuit, Nepal

• Duration: 16 days
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Best for: Himalayan peaks

Explore one of the most incredible trekking routes in the Himalayas, a 145km route that winds through forest and past small, remote villages high in the hills, before reaching the high mountains. You’ll cross through the thrilling Thorong La Pass (5416m), the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek, and enter Kali Gandaki, the deepest gorge in the world.

2. 120Km Desert Expedition, Jordan

• Duration: 9 days
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Best for: Desert trekking

Explore this fascinating country of vast otherworldly deserts, rugged peaks and ancient cities on foot as you hike part of The Jordan Trail, the Middle East’s ultimate hiking adventure. You’ll trek through the canyons and dunes of Jordan’s desert wilderness, camping in the desert with Bedouins and entering Petra through the ‘Back Door’. You’ll finish at the Dead Sea, where you can soothe tired limbs with a soak in the salty water.

3. The 3 Peaks Challenge, Morocco

• Best for: a three peaks challenge on summits over 4000m
• Duration: 5 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Tackle three 4000m+ summits back-to-back on this tough but rewarding traverse of the High Atlas Mountains. Scramble with Berber guides to the top of Mount Toubkal (4167m) and the double summits of Mount Ouanoukrim: Timzguida (4089m) and Ras (4083m) and stay in scenic mountain refuges along the way. You’ll be treated to amazing sunrise and sunset views of the craggy Atlas Mountains, a part of the world untouched by mass tourism.

4. The 5 Volcano Challenge, Guatemala

• Best for: volcano lovers looking for a physical challenge
• Duration: 9 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Climb to the top of five of Guatemala’s volcanoes – dubbed ‘The Ring of Fire‘ – on a fiery summit-bagging expedition. You’ll tackle Tajumulco volcano (4220m), the highest point of Central America, Acatenango volcano, where you can see the continuously erupting Volcan de Fuego, and the sacred crater lake at Chicabal Volcano (2858m). After a challenging expedition, relax by the dreamy azure waters of Lake Atitlán.

5. Canoe Expedition in the Yukon, Canada

• Best for: wilderness camping and canoeing
• Duration: 10 days
• Difficulty: Moderate

A canoe expedition that takes you into the heart of Canada’s Yukon Territory, as you spend your days paddling the pine-fringed Teslin and Yukon Rivers. You’ll share this remote landscape with bear, moose, caribou and eagles, and camp out under the stars every night. A true taste of the wilderness.

6. 100km Canoe Expedition, Scotland

• Best for: wild Scottish scenery
• Duration: 5 days
• Difficulty: Moderate

If you’re keen on a UK adventure challenge, then we recommend this 100km kayaking expedition, which takes you across Scotland from Fort William in the west, to Inverness in the east along the Caledonian Canal. You’ll paddle the Great Glen Trail, crossing the legendary Loch Ness, and wild camp on the water’s edge surrounded by some of the UK’s highest mountains. While you need to be physically fit to take part, kayak training will be provided.

7. Climb Mount Toubkal: Winter Edition, Morocco

• Best for: sub-zero summit bagging
• Duration: 4 days
• Difficulty: Tough

If you’re an experienced hiker wanting to push yourself to your limits over a long weekend, then this is the adventure challenge for you. You’ll climb Mount Toubkal (4,167m), Morocco’s highest mountain, in the height of winter. To reach the top you’ll battle high winds, sub-zero temperatures and trails covered in snow. But the feeling when you reach the top is unsurpassed.

8. The Balkan 3 Peaks Challenge, Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro

• Best for: exploring the high places of the Western Balkans
• Duration: 7 days
• Difficulty: Tough

This one’s a toughie: you’ll tackle three summits across four countries in the wild heart of the Western Balkans. Trek remote trails and over mountain borders as you scramble to the summits of Mount Gjeravica (2656m), Mount Zla Kolata (2534m) and the shared summit of Mt Korab (2764m) – the highest points in Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro and North Macedonia. Sail across Lake Koman, bed down in a shepherd hut and fuel up on ‘slow’ food in the heart of the Accursed Mountains as you go.

9. Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Lakes Circuit, Nepal

• Best for: iconic Himalayan scenery
• Duration: 18 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Hike through the otherworldly landscape of the Himalayas as you climb to Everest Base Camp – the hard way. It’s a longer and more challenging route than the standard Everest Base Camp hike, but you’ll be rewarded with quieter trails and gorgeous views. Navigate cairns, ice and moraine as you trek the famous Ngozumpa Glacier – the longest in the Himalayas – to reach the top of Cho La Pass (5420m). You’ll ascend Kala Patthar (5550m) and Gokyo Ri (5357m) for a stunning view of Everest’s summit and the turquoise waters of Gokyo Lakes.

10. Coast to Coast Traverse, Madeira

• Best for: forests, black sand beaches and mountains
• Duration: 6 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

An epic trek across the island of Madeira, that will see you hiking from one coast to another through astonishingly varied scenery. You’ll navigate along the famous levada trails and through misty laurisilva forest. You’ll summit the island’s three highest mountains – Pico do Arieiro (1817m), Pico das Torres (1851m) and Pico Ruivo (1862m) – eventually ending up at the black sands of Seixal Beach.

11. Climb Mount Kilimanjaro and Go on Safari, Tanzania

• Best for: those who want to climb the highest mountain in Africa
• Duration: 11 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Climb to the summit that’s on every adventurer’s hit-list – the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro, all 5895m of her. Trek through forest, over moorland and under a glaciated precipice via the Machame Route, considered to be the most scenic way to the top of Africa’s highest peak. And there’s no need to go home as soon as you’ve descended – stick around for a few days and head out on safari. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to some 25,000 mammals, including the endangered black rhino.

12. Arctic Circle Fat Bike Expedition, Norway

• Best for: cyclists who want a change of scene
• Duration: 5 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Spend five days on an Arctic cycling tour across the Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau in the Arctic Circle, accompanied by a team of huskies. You’ll pedal up remote snow trails and across frozen lakes. You’ll pass by migrating herds of reindeer and indigenous Sami herders, and if you’re lucky you’ll catch sight of the northern lights. Treat yourself to a sauna after a hard day of pedalling, before bedding down in a remote hut or cosy canvas igloo.

13. 250km Self-Powered Coast to Coast Expedition, Costa Rica

• Best for: a multi-activity challenge
• Duration: 12 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Hike, bike and paddle 250km across one of the world’s most biodiverse countries, travelling from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea. Journey through cloud forest and virgin rainforest teeming with wildlife before heading up and over the Continental Divide. Rest up in eco-lodges on the banks of the Pacuare River and cool down in secret swimming spots along the way.

14. Isle of Rum Expedition, Scotland

• Best for: exploring a remote island
• Duration: 5 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

A Scottish adventure challenge that will take you to Rùm in the Scottish Inner Hebrides, an island of no roads, forgotten castles and a mere 29 residents. Traverse the six rocky peaks of the Rùm Cuillin ridge, wild camp in deserted spots alongside rocky shorelines, and keep watch eagles, otters, seals, dolphins and the ubiquitous red deer.

15. Climb Mont Blanc, France

• Best for: first forays into mountaineering
• Duration: 8 days
• Difficulty: Tough

Tackle the mountaineer’s mountain. Sitting at 4,180m, Mont Blanc is the highest point in western Europe, regarded by many as the birthplace of modern mountaineering. Climb in a group of just four people and summit Mont Blanc on a Monday, the quietest day to attempt this legendary peak. You’ll push yourself to the limits – completing the challenge will provide you with a sense of achievement you’ll carry with you for years.

16. Trek the Tian Shan Mountains, Kyrgyzstan

• Best for: experiencing Kyrgyz culture
• Duration: 9 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

You’ll hike the spectacular Tian Shan Mountains, exploring red sandstone canyons and swimming in the pristine water of the Issyk Kul high alpine lake. You’ll cross the epic Jukku Pass (3,800m), which is surrounded by glaciers on either side. Nights will be spent wild camping or experiencing the legendary hospitality of the Kyrgyz semi-nomadic shepherds by spending a night in their yurt camp. You’ll also meet Aitbek, one of the last remaining Eagle Hunters in Kyrgyzstan.

17. Climb Mera Peak (6461m), Nepal

• Best for: climbing your first 6000m+ peak
• Duration: 18 days
• Difficulty: Tough

Tackle Nepal’s highest trekking peak, which towers at 6461 metres. On the expedition, you’ll learn to scramble across glaciers, traverse snow and climb Mera Peak safely and successfully. You’ll be in the heart of the Himalayan wilderness, with spectacular views of towering peaks, glacial lakes, and high passes.

18. 100km Jungle Expedition, Colombia

• Best for: exploring untouched tropical rainforest
• Duration: 8 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Trek through tropical rainforest and raft one of the world’s last truly wild rivers. Blaze a trail through the wilderness as you descend into the mysterious Magdalena Basin and pass through one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. Be one of the first to set foot in this remote and untouched corner of Colombia.

19. Summit Yala Peak, Nepal

• Best for: A Himalayan ascent with no technical skills required
• Duration: 12 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Climb Yala Peak (5,550m), one of the few non-technical peaks in Nepal and experience the mighty Himalaya away from the crowds. Trek through the Langtang Valley, past towering peaks and tumbling glaciers then grab your crampons, ropes and ice axes as you set off by torchlight and navigate the tight ridge to the top.

20. The Laugavegur Trek, Hut to Hut, Iceland

• Best for: exploring Iceland’s otherworldly interior
• Duration: 5 days
• Difficulty: Challenging

Trek through one of the world’s most iconic landscapes on a multi-day hike which has been included in National Geographic’s ’20 Best Hikes in the World’. You’ll cross the otherworldly Landmannalaugar mountains, formed of multi-coloured rhyolite, where fumaroles eject steam into the air. Enjoy the pristine silence of Álftavatn, the black volcanic desert of Mælifellssandur and the more verdant ‘Valley of Thor’ . You’ll spend the night in comfortable hiking huts, surrounded by gorgeous scenery.

21. Trek the Haute Route, France & Switzerland

• Duration: 10 days
• Difficulty: Tough
• Best for: An iconic route in the Alps

Take on one of Europe’s toughest and most prestigious long-distance hut to hut trails. Experience the remote wonders of the Alps as you trek to epic viewpoints and through traditional mountain villages all the way to the Matterhorn, one of the most iconic mountains on the continent.

22. The Ultimate Trekking Adventure, Madagascar

• Duration: 11 days
• Difficulty: challenging
• Best for: lemur-spotting

A hiking trip through the otherworldly canyons, plains, forests and peaks of the Isalo and Andringitra National Parks. You’ll hike and scramble to the summit of Madagascar’s second-highest mountain, the imposing Pic Boby (2658m), wild camp, and swim in natural pools. You’ll also get a chance to see the island’s famous ring-tailed lemurs and tiny mouse lemurs.

23. Cycle, Safari and Stargazing Adventure, Namibia

• Duration: 9 days
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Best for: riding from the desert to the sea

Ride through Namibia’s dune desert beneath enormous open skies, cycle along the Skeleton Coast – the world’s largest shipping graveyard – and stand on top of Spitzkoppe Mountain, the highest point in the country. You’ll camp under the milky way, enjoying campfire-cooked food before a spot of stargazing. End it all off with a safari, on the look out for lions, elephants and rhino.

24. 100Km Hiking and Kayaking Expedition, Greenland

• Duration: 7 days
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Best for: the ultimate Arctic challenge

Kayak and hike this icy wilderness during the Arctic summer on a self-powered adventure named a ‘Life-Changing Adventure’ by The Telegraph. You’ll paddle down Greenlandic fjords, passing looming icebergs and looking out for seals, caribou and whales. You’ll hike across the immense Qaleralig Glacier and wild camp in the wilderness, enjoying views of ice fields and glaciers from your tent.

25. The Great Dahar Crossing, Tunisia

• Duration: 12 days
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Best for: Mixing mountains and history

The Great Dahar Crossing is a 120.5 mile (194km) hiking route across the remote Dahar region of southern Tunisia. The route begins in Tamazrat, a village inhabited by the indigenous Amazigh people, who live in underground homes carved into the rock. It passes through desert, over ochre-coloured peaks, through tiny villages and by date and olive groves. You can see fossilised dinosaur footprints on the dusty valley floors, while climbing up the surrounding mountains will earn you far-reaching views out over thise arid landscape and rocky world.

“Crossing the Dahar, you’re going to discover the Amazigh villages and learn about their culture,” says local guide Amor Gharab. “You’ll also discover many archaeological sites, like the ‘ksours’. You’ll see many geological sites where dinosaurs were discovered – there are fossils of seashells everywhere in these mountains.”

Feeling inspired? Check out our collection of wild adventures, from one-nighters and weekenders to full weeks and longer.