Combining the challenge of physical adventure with the thrill of fully immersive exploration, our Active trips are designed to push you to the edge of excitement for an adrenaline-pumping experience you’ll never forget. From hiking and biking to rafting and kayaking, work up a sweat as you venture off the beaten path and discover a world other travellers can only dream of.

If ice, snow and cold temperatures are your idea of paradise then our Winter Activity Week Trips are just the ticket. Warm up to the wonder of winter with exhilarating expeditions featuring snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice climbing, dog-sledding and ice fishing. Encounter spectacular scenery, glaciers and wildlife that will take your breath away. Camp under the stars and cozy up in unique accommodation like ice hotels and igloos. Throw in
a snow angel or two and you’ve got the adventure of a lifetime.

The one that started it all, our original Gap Adventures trip is also our most popular – and for good reason. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in local culture, come face to face with exotic wildlife or truly experience the excitement of active exploration, our Classic trips are designed to ensure an authentic and unforgettable travel experience.

Inspired by Discovery Channel’s award-winning programming, Discovery Adventures are designed to engage your curiosity, expand your horizons and push the boundaries of active and intellectual exploration like nothing you’ve ever experienced.

Follow in the footsteps of history and uncover the secrets of long-lost civilizations. Span the chasms of distant cultures and come face to face with the exotic and extraordinary. Head deep into the heart of the wild and witness the awesome majesty of a world you’ve only imagined.

Pack your parka and climb aboard the M/S Expedition for an incredible polar adventure you’ll never forget. From Antarctica to the Arctic, cruise the coastlines, islands and oceans of some of the most remote destinations on Earth. Lead by our extraordinary team of naturalists, biologists, anthropologists and historians, our renowned Expedition trips allow you the opportunity to get up close and personal with polar wildlife and experience local culture in ways you never dreamed possible.

Our Family adventures capture the spirit of our Classic trips and make them accessible for the whole family (minimum age is 5). With fewer long travel days, safe, private transport and kid friendly accommodation and activities, share all the fun and excitement of an authentic and educational Gap Adventures experience while making unforgettable family memories guaranteed to last a lifetime.

For those who don’t want a fixed itinerary or group experience, our Independent trips provide you the freedom and flexibility to experience the world on your terms. From three days to two weeks, whether you’re seeking a stand-alone tour or would like to extend your group trip with an additional adventure, we’ll take care of all the details and arrange your itinerary – the rest is up to you.

While all of our adventures are special, our Limited Edition specialty tours are truly one-of-a-kind. From uniquely authentic seasonal celebrations and breathtaking, once-in-a-lifetime natural phenomena, to unforgettable cultural festivals and exclusive photography excursions, these incredible one-off departures offer an extraordinary opportunity to experience some of the most exotic and exciting events on the planet.

For a real hands-on travel experience, climb aboard one of our all-purpose Overland trucks and discover a world where there is no tourist infrastructure - and sometimes no roads. Help set up camp, pitch in at mealtime and work together with your fellow travellers to cross rivers, plains and mountain passes. With conveniently located city hotels when not camping in the open wilderness, and no additional food kitty local payments, our Overland trips are designed to ensure a truly authentic backcountry adventure.

Explore the sights and experience local cultures up close and personal as you help make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of the very communities you’re visiting. The best of both worlds, our Voluntour trips allow you the opportunity to give something back while providing a deeply personal and fully immersive, interactive adventure you’ll never forget.

Authentic, exciting, affordable and fun, our YOLO trips are designed for the 18 to 30-something traveler with an energetic appetite for adventure. Packed with incredible value, amazing experiences and like-minded travelers looking to live life to its fullest, each and every YOLO adventure is dedicated to expanding your horizons in ways you never dreamed possible.

Forge new friendships while embracing life-changing experiences as you come face to face with the people, places and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities the world has to offer. Whether it’s your first trip abroad or you’re an experienced traveler looking for your next country to conquer, the flexibility of our YOLO adventures allows you the freedom to explore as much or as little as you like based on your time, tastes and budget. From discovering exotic cultures to taking in the local nightlife, see the world from a whole new perspective.