Embark on Thrilling Adventures with the Top Adventure Tours of 2024
Summer beckons with adventures at every corner. Picture the cool spray of water as you navigate rapids, the exhilaration of landing a catch under the sun, or the wind rushing through your hair as you pedal along scenic trails. This season, answer the call of the wild with our guide to the most extraordinary summer activities, from serene boat tours to adrenaline-pumping white water rafting.
To aid in planning your next great adventure, USA TODAY 10Best enlisted readers to vote for the top outdoor experiences across nine categories, and the results are in.
Explore each category below to discover the full list of winners:
Best Adventure Tour Operator: Wild Women Expeditions
Specializing in remarkable outdoor adventures for women worldwide, Wild Women Expeditions offers canoeing, kayaking, cycling, hiking, surfing, sailing, and yoga in over two dozen countries.
Best Aerial Adventure Park: Botanical World Adventures in Hakalau, Hawaii
Get a new perspective of Hawaii as you zip across eight lines through Botanical World Adventures’ rainforest canopy. Fly past waterfalls, pools, and lush gardens, with options for thrilling dual ziplines.
Best Bike Tour: Carolina Tailwinds
Carolina Tailwinds provides inn-to-inn bicycle tours across the eastern United States, offering routes from easy flats to challenging hills, paired with stays at boutique hotels and inns.
Best Boat Tour: Chicago’s First Lady Cruises in Chicago, Illinois
Embark on the Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady, guided by knowledgeable docents sharing the history and skyline visionaries of the Windy City.
Best Fishing Charter: Hubbard’s Marina in Madeira Beach, Florida
With a legacy dating back to 1928, Hubbard’s Marina offers Gulf Coast fishing trips, sunset cruises, dolphin tours, and camping on Shell Key.
Best Helicopter Tour: Island Helicopters Kauai in Lihue, Hawaii
Discover Kauai’s beauty from the sky with Island Helicopters, featuring experienced pilots and stunning views of waterfalls, coastlines, and landmarks.
Best Hot Air Balloon Ride: Grand Adventure Balloon Tours in Winter Park, Colorado
Enjoy year-round balloon flights over Colorado’s Continental Divide and Rocky Mountain National Park, with opportunities to spot wildlife and float over serene waters.
Best Kayak Tour: Santa Barbara Adventure Company in Santa Barbara, California
Explore Santa Barbara’s coastline on wildlife and sunset kayak tours with Santa Barbara Adventure Company, including voyages to Channel Islands National Park.
Best White Water Rafting Tour: Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours in Durango, Colorado
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours offers thrilling rafting expeditions across Colorado, Utah, and Arizona, catering to all skill levels and durations.
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