Who doesn’t love a good adventure? These once-in-a-lifetime experiences are worth remembering until you’re old and wrinkly, and much more enjoyable to share with your children and grandchildren. If you’re an adventurous person, then you can’t get enough of hair-raising, adrenaline-inducing activities that push you to your limits and test your perseverance. That’s why we’re happy to provide you with a list of seven things you must do as soon as possible.
1. Cliff Jumping
If you’ve never been cliff jumping before, you’re missing out on a cheap, easy, and exhilarating activity that can be done in thousands of different locations around the world. All you need is a swimsuit, a safe cliff with plenty of water below, and a bit of courage. While you can plan a cliff jumping excursion to an exotic location halfway around the world, chances are there are also opportunities in your own backyard. Here are 15 of the top jumps in the United States.
2. Zip Lining
Not exactly keen on the idea of jumping off a cliff? Maybe zip lining is more in line with your goals and expectations.
“Zip lining is not just about high-speed kicks. It’s a great way to really immerse yourself in the spirit of a place,” Expedia notes. “Whether it’s flying through rainforests in Fiji, past active Costa Rican volcanoes, over Hawaiian waterfalls or across the vineyards of Sonoma, few other outdoor activities give can give you such an eagle’s-eye view of the world as safely and as effortlessly as zip-lining can.”
3. Sky Diving
Skydiving is the quintessential daredevil activity. It’s something everyone talks about, but only a fraction of people ever get around to doing. Once again, the great thing about skydiving is that you can do it anywhere. There are instructors in just about every large city and you can typically schedule an outing with very little notice. Once you conquer skydiving, everything else will seem simple and effortless.
4. ATV Off-Roading
If you prefer to be a bit closer to the ground but don’t mind high speeds and quick turns, ATV off-roading may be the perfect activity for you. ATV off-roading is not only fun, it also gives you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds of nature. If you’re looking to test your endurance and immerse yourself in nature, try planning a multi-day excursion where you camp along the way.
5. Cage of Death
Have you ever heard of the Cage of Death? Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin City, Australia allows you to enjoy the thrilling experience of diving with crocodiles – with a catch. Instead of free swimming with these dangerous creatures, you’re placed in a large aquarium-like cylinder that’s submerged into a tank of massive crocodiles. As a result, you get to enjoy the heart-pounding experience of swimming with 15-foot crocodiles, without the risk of losing a limb.
6. Hot Air Ballooning
If a brush with death isn’t your idea of being adventurous, don’t worry. There are plenty of other opportunities to be adventurous without staring down hundreds of razor-sharp teeth. Hot air ballooning is one of them. Try it out for yourself and see what you think!
7. Swimming With Sharks
If you try the Cage of Death and enjoy the experience, you may consider swimming with sharks. There are a variety of different dives available, including free-dives with whale sharks and cage diving with great whites.
Start Planning for the Weekend
While it may take you several years to cross each of these seven items off your bucket list, you can start right away. Pick an adventurous activity, find a friend, and schedule your next weekend getaway. The only thing you’ll regret is not doing it sooner.
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