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Family adventure holidays: Where every minute is a thrill
Are you tired of lazing on the beach on your annual break? Then, it's time to start planning a family adventure holiday. These action-packed trips are great for getting the kids interested in outdoor activities and can inspire a lifelong love of adventure. Discover wild natural sites, try daring sports or enjoy the thrills and spills of theme parks and water parks. A world of excitement is waiting for you.
What is a family adventure holiday?
Adventure holidays are a great way to spend time with your family doing something different. Essentially, they're holidays packed full of exciting activities. They might include activities in nature, like hiking or mountain biking, water activities such as kayaking, or exciting sports like skiing.
Popular types of family adventure holidays
Winter sports make wonderful family holidays. Even young kids can learn to ski, and older teens can try snowboarding.
Older kids will enjoy a hiking trip. Long-distance treks like the Camino de Santiago can be great fun for families.
Kids as young as ten can try scuba diving. There are a wealth of beautiful dive destinations to visit together.
A wildlife holiday is great for curious kids. Consider a safari in Africa for the trip of a lifetime.
Planning a family adventure holiday
Before you start planning an adventure holiday, consider the ages of your children. Very young kids may not be capable of active holidays. Often, the best starting point is an adventure park with activities like rope-climbing courses and child-friendly zip-lines. Once children are around eight to twelve years old, they may be old enough for more active adventure holidays. Remember, though, you know your kids best. Don't try to push them too hard, or they may end up resenting the activity and your plans will backfire.
Adventure holidays with very young children
To give youngsters a taste for adventure, you can try a theme park holiday, which offers some thrills. A trip to Disneyland Paris, for example, might be a good introduction to the world of adventures. Small children will also appreciate a safari holiday. This appeals to their sense of adventure, but they won't need to be particularly active as they watch the wild animals.
Destinations for family adventure holidays
Everywhere you go in the world, you can find adventure holidays. First, consider what kind of holiday you're looking for. Do you want thrills in a snow-covered landscape or underwater exploration? Are you more interested in hiking long distances or admiring wildlife? Here are some great destinations you might not have considered:
Other destinations for family adventure holidays
Slovenia offers great adventures all year round. It has world-class skiing in winter and mountain adventures in summer.
Visit Norway in winter to look for the Northern Lights, or enjoy wild camping and hiking in summer.
The Algarve in Portugal is a good choice for a water-based adventure holiday. Try water sports, learn to scuba dive and take day trips to admire the wild flamingos.
Other destinations for family adventure holidays
Malaysian Borneo is a wonderful choice for nature lovers. Jungle treks, river safaris, treetop trails and the chance to see wild orangutans will delight families.
For a great safari holiday, try Sri Lanka. You can enjoy trekking, rafting and diving, and spot elephants and leopards.
Visit the desert in Jordan for an adventure with a difference. Stay in a Bedouin camp in the Wadi Rum Desert, where you can try trekking on camelback or exploring in a hot air balloon. Finish your holiday by floating in the Dead Sea for a truly unique experience.
Are you ready to take your kids on an unforgettable trip? Treat the whole family to a holiday with a difference, and book an adventure break today. Check out our family adventure holiday deals and prepare for a thrilling getaway!
Family adventure holiday FAQs
Q: Where is the adventure capital of the world?
A: One of the most popular family adventure destinations in Europe is the Algarve in Portugal. Here, kids can try kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. For something wilder, try Montenegro. The Tara River Canyon is ideal for rafting and hiking.
Q: What age should you take a child on holiday?
A: Children can enjoy a holiday at any age. Children aged around 8 to 12 will probably really appreciate an adventure holiday. They're old enough to enjoy some gentle hikes, but they haven't yet reached the awkward teenage years.
Q: Where is the cheapest holiday destination for families?
A: It's hard to say, as it depends on the time of year that you're travelling and your holiday plans. For a family adventure holiday on a budget, try Snowdonia National Park in Wales. Hiking trails, zip-lines and forest rollercoasters are just a few of the family-friendly attractions you'll find.
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