13 Epic Adventure Vacations You'll Want To Take

The world is your oyster, so get outside and become a citizen of the world! TOMS is all for exploration, one step at a time.

1. Take a dog sled tour in Greenland.

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What better way to experience the arctic than by dog sled?! Sled tours range from a day to several days in the wild.

2. Hike up the Indian Watchtower at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

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The ancient watchtower has breathtaking views, and if you're lucky, you might even witness a cloud inversion or spot some Arizona wildlife, including deer, bobcats, and mountain lions!

3. Climb around Railay Beach in Thailand.

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The rock formations surrounding Railay in Thailand will take your breath away! Take a dip in the tropical waters, snorkel around, or rock climb the surrounding rocks.

4. Go horseback riding through volcanoes in Lanín National Park in Argentina.

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Lanín National Park holds the famous Lanín volcano, with a cone-like snowy peak. Horseback is the ideal setting to take in the vast Patagonian landscapes, complete with stunning lakes and glaciers.

5. Take the peak-to-peak gondola ride and ski down the powder in Whistler Blackcomb.

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The world-renowned slopes are worth the trip to the West Coast. The epic peak to peak gondola ride is the longest and highest lift in the world!

6. Surf the colossal waves off Byron Bay in Australia.

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Byron Bay is the perfect blend of stunning coastal scenery, epic waves, and laid-back beach culture.

7. Swim through the cenotes in Riviera Maya.

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The Riviera Maya is filled with incredible cenotes, sinkholes caused by the collapse of bedrock, revealing incredible pools of water.

8. Mountain bike around Lake Tahoe's Rim Trail.

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Go full circle around Tahoe's Rim Trail, an incredible loop hike across lush forest with the glistening Lake Tahoe below.

9. Trek the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley in Machu Picchu.

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Take in the stunning mountains, lush forests, and subtropical jungle. The final destination of the trail is the unbelievable Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.”

10. Hike through the stunning Laugavegurinn Trail in Iceland.

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Iceland's most popular hiking trail offers an amazing variety of landscapes, from glaciers to hot springs to rivers and lakes.

11. Bike through the flower fields in the Netherlands.

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The Netherlands were built for biking! Both the cities and the countryside are incredibly flat and bike-friendly, with picturesque scenery along the way.

12. Trek up the breathtaking Himalayas to Mount Everest base camp.

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The climate ranges as you explore the Himalayas, going from tropical at the base to snow and ice at the peaks.

13. Go on an African Safari, and camp out with the wildlife in a tented camp.

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With its rugged landscapes, lush wilderness, and colorful wildlife, African safaris are perfect for those seeking adventure. What better way to immerse yourself in the experience than by sleeping with the local wildlife?