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Costa Rica / Canyoning & caving

Lost Canyon Canyoning | La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Desafío Adventure Company · La Fortuna, Alajuela

Desafío Adventure Company’s Lost Canyon Canyoning takes place in the rainforest near La Fortuna and the Arenal Volcano area. The five-hour outing combines hiking through canyon terrain with waterfall rappels, including a stated 200-foot waterfall descent, and opportunities to enter jungle pools. The operator lists bilingual guides, safety equipment and a briefing, round-trip transport from select local hotels, and a buffet lunch among the inclusions. Its page also describes private canyon access and changing facilities.

5 hours

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Chile / Rafting & kayaking

Futaleufu River Rafting Multi-Sport

Bio Bio Expeditions · Futaleufú River, Futaleufú Valley, Chilean Patagonia

Bio Bio Expeditions’ nine-day Futaleufu River Rafting Multi-Sport trip combines guided whitewater rafting with inflatable kayaking on the Río Azul, alongside hiking, horseback riding, and fly-fishing options. The itinerary includes rafting on Futaleufú sections described by the operator as Class IV–V, with river days interspersed with time at a riverside basecamp. The operator lists arrival through Puerto Montt and a December–March season. The offering is a multi-sport Patagonia journey, rather than a rafting-only excursion.

9 days

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Bolivia / Off-road & desert

3 Days Tour- with basic Hotels

Red Planet Expedition · Uyuni and Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Red Planet Expedition’s three-day Uyuni tour uses a Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 and starts in Uyuni. Its published itinerary includes the train cemetery, Colchani, salt-mining features and the Salar, followed by Incahuasi Island with its cacti and rock formations. The itinerary continues through the Chiguana desert and Andean lagoons, where flamingos may be seen, before returning to Uyuni. The operator lists a salt hostel stay on the first night and identifies basic hotels for the offering.

3 days (operator product title); itinerary timing should be confirmed directly with operator.

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Bolivia / Off-road & desert

Death Road

Gravity Bolivia · La Cumbre to Yolosa, near Coroico, via the Yungas; departure from La Paz

Gravity Bolivia’s Death Road is a one-day guided mountain-bike descent beginning at La Cumbre, about 4,700 m above sea level, after a drive from La Paz. The route covers about 64 km, first on paved mountain roads and then on the narrow dirt North Yungas road, descending through changing mountain and jungle scenery to Yolosa near Coroico. Gravity describes the ride as suitable for beginners through experts with average fitness or above. The day ends with a visit and lunch at La Senda Verde Animal Refuge.

1 day

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Peru / Off-road & desert

Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days

Lorenzo Expeditions · Cusco, Peru; route from Abra Málaga through Santa María and Santa Teresa to Machu Picchu

Lorenzo Expeditions’ four-day, three-night Inca Jungle Trek links Cusco with Machu Picchu through a multi-activity route. The operator describes a downhill mountain-bike ride from Abra Málaga toward Santa María, hiking through the high jungle and historic Inca paths, and a zip-line segment before reaching Aguas Calientes and visiting the Machu Picchu citadel. Optional rafting on the Vilcanota River is described separately. The itinerary also includes local stops and the Cocalmayo hot springs. This is a mixed active trekking journey, not a technical mountaineering expedition.

4 days, 3 nights

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Colombia / Paragliding & aerial

Tandem Cañón del Chicamocha

Parapente Chicamocha · Chicamocha Canyon, near San Gil, Santander

Parapente Chicamocha offers tandem paraglider flights above the Chicamocha Canyon from its dedicated canyon flying site. Its official listing presents several flight styles: a calm Discovery option, an Adrenalina flight with acrobatic maneuvers, a Sensación option where passengers may steer briefly under pilot supervision, and a longer Prestige option combining these elements. Listed canyon flight times range from 20 to 30 minutes. The operator says the activity is weather-dependent and may use alternate landing locations when conditions require.

20–30 minutes airborne, depending on selected Chicamocha Canyon tandem option; confirm directly with operator.

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Colombia / Rafting & kayaking

Chicamocha River

Colombia Rafting Expediciones (branded Magdalena Rafting on the site) · Chicamocha Canyon, Santander; route from Bridge Pescadero to Jordan or Las Juntas

Colombia Rafting Expediciones offers rafting on the Chicamocha River at the base of the canyon, on routes starting at Pescadero Bridge and ending at Jordan or Las Juntas. The operator describes the rapids as Level III–IV+ and gives distances of 15 km and 25 km respectively. River time is listed as two to three hours for the shorter route and four to five hours for the longer one, while total activity time is seven or nine hours. The tour page includes transportation, rafting equipment and a safety kayak.

7 hours total for the 15 km route (2–3 hours on the river); 9 hours total for the 25 km route (4–5 hours on the river).

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Brazil / Paragliding & aerial

Rio Tandem Hang Gliding

Rio Hang Gliding · Pedra Bonita launch ramp, Tijuca Forest National Park; landing at São Conrado Beach, Rio de Janeiro

Rio Hang Gliding offers tandem hang-glider flights departing from the Pedra Bonita ramp in Tijuca Forest National Park. A passenger flies with an instructor and descends toward São Conrado Beach, with the operator describing coastal and city landmarks along the route, including Ipanema, Leblon, Copacabana, Sugarloaf and Corcovado. The operator states that transfers are in air-conditioned vehicles and that flying depends on meteorological conditions. The flight length varies with conditions; its FAQ says flights may extend to 30 minutes when conditions permit.

Flight duration varies: operator says a simple glide lasts just under 10 minutes and may extend up to 30 minutes in soarable conditions. Hotel pickup-to-return tour is usually about 3 hours.

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United States / Rafting & kayaking

Grand Canyon Rafting: Whitmore Wash to Pearce Ferry

OARS · Grand Canyon, Arizona, United States (Whitmore Wash to Pearce Ferry; trip meeting in Las Vegas)

This five-day guided Colorado River trip covers the lower Grand Canyon from Whitmore Wash to Pearce Ferry. OARS' itinerary begins with travel from Las Vegas to Bar 10 Ranch, followed by a helicopter transfer to the river. Guests raft through Class III whitewater, with Class IV possible at certain water levels, and have opportunities for side-canyon hikes and riverside camping. The trip ends with a downstream jet-boat ride and shuttle back to Las Vegas. The operator describes the trip as moderate and lists a minimum age of seven.

5 days

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United States / Climbing & mountaineering

Mount McKinley | Denali

Alpine Ascents International · Denali (Mount McKinley), Alaska Range, Alaska; West Buttress route via the Kahiltna Glacier, with ground operations in Talkeetna

Alpine Ascents International’s guided Mount McKinley | Denali climb follows the West Buttress route, beginning with a flight from Talkeetna to the Kahiltna Glacier. The expedition establishes successive camps, carries equipment and supplies uphill, and includes a summit attempt before descending to the glacier and flying back. The operator describes the ascent as physically and mentally demanding and requiring intermediate mountaineering skills. Its sample schedule allows about 17–18 days on the mountain, plus additional days for weather, rest, and acclimatization.

Approximately 17–18 days round trip from Base Camp, with four additional days allowed for weather, acclimatization, and summit attempts; sample itinerary spans up to 21 days.

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United States / Skydiving

Tandem skydive

Skydive Moab · Canyonlands Airport, approximately 16 miles north of Moab, Utah

Skydive Moab offers tandem jumps from Canyonlands Airport north of Moab. Its official page lists two altitudes: 8,000 feet above ground level and 13,000 feet above ground level. The higher option is described as providing a longer freefall, while both options include a parachute flight; training, rental, and fees are included in the lower-altitude option. The operator says jumps are conducted in the morning and advises making a reservation. The jump-day guide describes a flight to altitude, freefall, and several minutes beneath the parachute.

Operator says most jumps are completed in under 2 hours, but guests should plan for up to 4 hours at the dropzone. The jump itself is described as about 30 minutes from boarding to landing. Confirm directly with operator.

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Canada / Rafting & kayaking

Niagara Whirlpool Jet Boat Tour

Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours · Queenston, Ontario, Niagara River, Canada

Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours operates a guided, 45-minute round-trip ride from its Canadian base in Queenston, Ontario, into the Niagara Gorge. The route travels upriver to the Niagara Whirlpool and returns through the Class V Devil’s Hole Rapids. Guests can select an open-topped Wet Jet, a wet-seating Freedom Jet, or an enclosed dry Freedom Jet; the wet options can leave passengers soaked. The operator describes the trip as a whitewater adventure and notes that it does not visit Niagara Falls.

45 minutes round trip.

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Canada / Bungee & swings

Whistler Bungee Jump

Whistler Bungee · Whistler Bungee Bridge, over the Cheakamus River, Calcheak Forest Service Road, Whistler, British Columbia

Whistler Bungee operates a jump from its bridge over the Cheakamus River, which the operator describes as a 160-foot (50-metre) drop. The site is south of Whistler Village and features a river canyon setting among basalt cliffs and old-growth forest. The operator's website promotes the jump as open every day, while noting that it may cancel for inclement weather, hazards, or circumstances beyond its control. Participants must complete a liability waiver before jumping.

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Canada / Rafting & kayaking

Nahanni Canyons From Virginia Falls One Week Trip – Canyon Kingdom

Nahanni River Adventures · Nahanni River, Nahanni National Park Reserve, Northwest Territories; route from Virginia Falls to Nahanni Butte, with rendezvous in Fort Simpson

This guided seven-day river expedition follows about 240 kilometres of the Nahanni from Virginia Falls to Nahanni Butte in the Northwest Territories. The operator offers raft, canoe and kayak craft options and identifies rafting as suitable for beginners. The route passes Virginia Falls, Painted Canyon, the river’s deep canyons, Deadmen Valley, and Kraus’ Hot Springs. The itinerary includes an upriver scenic flight from Fort Simpson and a return flight from Nahanni Butte. The published schedule describes seven river days and an eighth day for departure.

7 river days; published trip schedule spans 8 calendar days (7 days / 7 nights listing; confirm exact trip dates directly with operator).

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Mexico / Diving & wildlife

Diving in Cenotes

Pro Dive International · Riviera Maya, Yucatán Peninsula (departures associated with Playa del Carmen)

Pro Dive International lists its Diving in Cenotes excursion among its Playa del Carmen adventures and describes the destination as Mexico’s ancient Mayan cenotes. The operator says it organizes daily trips to cenotes from the Playa del Carmen area. Its listing includes a three-quarter-day fee with a sandwich, drinks, a certified cavern guide, lamp, and entry fees, with a maximum group of four divers. The cenotes include distinct sites; for example, the operator describes Gran Cenote near Tulum as a cavern dive through clear water and decorated formations.

3/4 day (as listed by the operator; interpretation not clarified)

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Mexico / Skydiving

Tandem Jump

Skydive Playa · Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Skydive Playa offers a tandem skydive over the Caribbean from its Playa del Carmen operation. The participant exits attached to a jumpmaster, with the operator describing about 40 seconds of freefall followed by a parachute descent lasting roughly five to eight minutes. Its FAQ estimates about 20 minutes for ground preparation and instruction, around 20 minutes in the aircraft, and approximately one to two hours from start to finish. The operator says jumps require reservations and may be suspended when weather conditions are unsuitable.

Approximately 1–2 hours start to finish according to the FAQ; the homepage lists a 40-second freefall and an 8-minute canopy ride.

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Antarctica / Climbing & mountaineering

Climb Mount Vinson

Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions (ALE) · Mount Vinson, Sentinel Range of the Ellsworth Mountains, Antarctica; access via Union Glacier from Punta Arenas, Chile

Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions offers a guided ascent of Mount Vinson by the Branscomb Shoulder Route, the operator's stated standard route. The 12-day itinerary begins with a flight from Punta Arenas to Union Glacier, followed by travel to Vinson Base Camp and staged climbing through Low Camp and High Camp to the summit, then a return to Union Glacier and Chile. The route includes glacier travel, snow slopes, a high plateau and a summit ridge. ALE supplies Antarctic guides, meals and tented accommodation during the expedition.

12 days according to the operator. The operator cautions that weather can cause delays; confirm trip duration and current schedule directly with operator.

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Antarctica / Climbing & mountaineering

Ski Last Degree

Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions · South Pole, Antarctica (from 89°S to 90°S)

Ski Last Degree is a guided Antarctic ski expedition covering the final 60 nautical miles (111 km) from 89°S to the geographic South Pole. The operator outlines acclimatization and equipment preparation at Union Glacier, followed by transport to 89°S and several days skiing while hauling sleds across the polar plateau. The itinerary includes arrival at the South Pole, return to Union Glacier, and a flight back to Chile. Antarctic flights, field meals, tent accommodation, and guides are included; personal equipment, insurance, and commercial flights to Punta Arenas are not.

12 or 13 days (operator page; itinerary shown for 12 days)

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