Adrenaline Tourism Junkies, Rejoice!

If you’re looking for your next adrenaline rush, you’re in luck. There are countless destinations around the world that offer death-defying activities for thrill seekers of all levels.

One of the best things about adrenaline tourism is that it’s available all over the world. In the UK, for example, you can go wing walking in Kent or zip wire across the River Severn in Wales. If you’re looking for something a little more extreme, you can even bungee jump off the Tyne Bridge in Newcastle.

In Nicaragua, you can board down an active volcano, while in Australia, you can swim with crocodiles. If you’re feeling really adventurous, you can even chase tornadoes in the USA or run with the bulls in Spain.

No matter what your interests are, there’s sure to be an adrenaline activity out there that’s perfect for you. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your next adventure today!

Here are some additional details about the activities:

  1. Zip World Velocity 2 zip wire, Snowdonia, Wales– Located in beautiful Snowdonia, Velocity 2 is the fastest zipline in the world and the longest in the UK. Once strapped in, thrill seekers can reach 100mph+ as they fly head-first over a deep blue quarry. This exhilarating experience is the closest thing flying daredevils will ever encounter, leaving them with unforgettable memories forever.
  2. Storm Chasing in Tornado Alley, Oklahoma City, USA– Driving towards a tornado most would be a nightmare, but for adrenaline junkies worldwide, storm chasing gives the ultimate thrill and is growing in popularity. Tours in Oklahoma City offer the chance to pursue after twisters and giant thunderstorms using satellite and radar imaging, where winds hit highs of 500km/h and twisters rip through Tornado Alley. 
  3. Cage of Death, Australia– The cage of death is a unique experience in Australia that allows for the ultimate predator encounter as dare-devils are lowered into the water and left to face ferocious crocodiles. Regular feeding by the crocodile handlers means the crocodiles are close and personal with swimmers in the ultimate underwater adventure. 
  4. Pamplona bull run, Spain, Pamplona– Being charged by 1500-pound bulls comes with a considerable element of danger. However, each year in July, thousands sign up for the Pamplona bull run to be chased down a half-mile stretch of the street by the beasts. Although many are injured yearly, it doesn’t stop adrenaline junkies from signing up. 
  5. Skydiving over Mount Everest, Nepal– Skydiving over the tallest mountain in the world combines a dramatic high-altitude skydive with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Those who dare to take the plunge will freefall past some of the world’s highest mountain peaks and land on one of the highest drop zones on the planet. Jumpers will plunge from 29,500 feet, reaching speeds of 130mph as they drop past the snow-capped Himalayas. 
  6. Cycling Death Road, Bolivia– This terrifying road entices adrenaline-thirsty tourists each year, but it is not an activity to be taken lightly, as one wrong move will see cyclists plunge straight over the edge and hundreds of meters down to their death. This road is known as one of the most dangerous in the world, beginning in the mountains and descending into the jungle. Those signing up to cycle Death Road should do so cautiously. 
  7. Volcano Boarding, Nicaragua– Sliding down an active volcano is a daredevil’s dream and possible at the Nicaraguan Cerro Negro. Thrill seekers hike to the top of the 2,300ft (701m) peak with wooden boards that they’ll use to slide down. Adventurous should try this one out before the next eruption.
  8. White Water Rafting, River Orchy, Scotland– White water rafting in the Eas Urchaidh waterfall on the River Orchy is not for the faint of heart, providing huge rapids, narrow shots and waterfalls to satisfy the adventurous. Boasting some of the UK’s most challenging and technical rapids, it has 6m high Falls,  offering the ultimate high-octane experience for thrill seekers.
  9. Base Jumping Angel Falls, Venezuela- Tour operators offer crazy adrenaline junkies the chance to trek through the jungle and leap from the world’s highest waterfall. Brave adventurers can leap off the rocky cliff and free-fall into the air from a staggering 979 meters high. 
  10. Wing Walking, Kent, England– Offering a taste of the high life, this extreme activity entails being strapped to the wings of a plane, handed some goggles, and given the flight of a lifetime. For adrenaline junkies who want to feel like they are flying unaided, this is the perfect and craziest activity to sign up for. 

These are just a few of the many adrenaline activities that are available around the world.

With so many options to choose from, there’s sure to be something that’s perfect for you. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your next adventure today!

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