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Asia multi-active tours

Asia is outdoor adventure at its head-turning best.

Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, nature-lover, or just in it for the food and the people (we’re a bit of all three), there’s no place quite like Asia when it comes to outdoor adventure. It’s that feeling of sweating it out in the tropics, quenching your thirst with coconuts and mangoes, refuelling on street food that quickens the pulse like Class III rapids. It’s getting a wave from a rice farmer from back of a mountain bike, the sense of calm at a Kyoto temple, or your first thrilling glimpse of a Himalayan peak. From rafting and canoeing to zip-lining and caving, it all takes place on an epic scale here, and half the fun is what’s happening on the sidelines. Asia is active adventure at its head-turning best.

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Asia multi-active highlights

Local woman on a hill in Spa in Traditional dress, Vietnam
Mingle with the H’mong on a hill trek in Sapa
The lush green highlands of North Vietnam have more up their sleeve than just picturesque landscapes. Take to the Hoang Lien Son mountains on foot and be rewarded with captivating snapshots of everyday life; it’s a world that feels a million miles away from the everyday hustle of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. H’mong people emigrated here from China some three centuries ago, and their colourful garb and traditional handicrafts – twisting flax, hemp weaving and indigo dyeing – stands testament to a proud culture.
Sunset over the Annapurna Ranges in Nepal
Hike the foothills of Nepal's Annapurna range
Nepal is an active adventurer's paradise – from mountain biking and whitewater rafting to boat trips. But is there anything more rewarding than tackling the Himalayas the old-fashioned way? Hike through rhododendron and pine forest, past tea gardens and rice fields, and to jaw-dropping lookout points never to be done justice on Instagram. Once you’ve clocked views of snow-capped Machhapuchhare and Annapurna – and interacted first-hand with the Gurung communities around Pokhara – you’ll see what all the fuss is about.
Cycling tour going past a temple in Japan
Pedal through Japan’s tranquil past
With supermalls, late-night clubs and all-round neon craziness to make the head spin, Tokyo is its own active adventure. But you can’t pound the pavement in the big city forever. Escape to the quieter pockets of Japan to find a whole new – yet very old – Japan, much of which lends itself perfectly to cycling. Escape the temple-gazing travellers in Kyoto by hitting the Kamo River bike trail for a taste of local life. Then, en route to Osaka, detour to the Shima Peninsula to ride along the sea cliffs and check out coastal caves.
Kayakers on a river in Cambodia
Go kayaking and dolphin-spotting in Cambodia
Angkor Wat gets most of the glory in this neck of the woods, and those who’ve seen it know why. But Cambodia is a case of come for the temples, stay for the dolphins. Or is it the other way around? Your chances of spotting these rare creatures on a locally guided Mekong River excursion are higher than you might think, and the water-based adventures don’t stop there. Kayaking through the spectacular flooded forests around Osvay Village is surely one of this country’s most underrated thrills.

Why choose us

Adventure is in our genes

We’ve been running our active adventures for over a decade, which means we know the best local suppliers and experts on the ground to give you an exciting and safe experience.

Expert leaders

Don’t know what a carabiner is? Or how to secure a harness? No worries! Our experienced local leaders will show you the ropes and give you safety briefings – while also showing you the sights.

Safety first

Our leaders are specially trained to run active adventures, so you're well taken care of. We run safety assessments on all our activities to meet local standards as well as our own comprehensive safety policy.

Learn new skills

Our trips are about discovering a new destination and unlocking new skills – like horse riding, canyoneering or mountain biking. They're designed to teach you something new (and maybe even make you an enthusiast, too!).

Support the locals

We use travel as a force for good. We have close relationships with the communities we visit and always use local adventure providers on our trips. By travelling with us, you'll also be empowering local communities.

Sustainable travel

We strive to use travel as a force for good. That’s why we choose to give back to the communities we visit, carbon offset all our trips and take our social and environmental responsibilities seriously. We’ve been officially certified as the world’s largest travel B Corp, which means when you choose Intrepid Travel, you can rest assured you’re travelling to improve the planet.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 294 reviews submitted.
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Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak

Faith · Traveled July 2024
This trip challenged me mentally and physically- but wow, I’m glad it did!! Sri Lanka by hike, bike and kayak is awesome!!
Review submitted 29 Jul 2024

Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak

Brent · Traveled July 2024
I highly recommend this trip to anyone thinking about travelling Sri Lanka with average physical ability
Review submitted 29 Jul 2024

Vietnam: Hike, Bike & Kayak

Alison · Traveled July 2024
Loc and Singh were amazing to travel the north with. The home stays were beautiful and we saw so many beautiful landscapes through the hiking, biking and kayaking activities that you just wouldn’t see by car. Highly recommend!
Review submitted 24 Jul 2024

Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak

Annika · Traveled July 2024
We got to see lots of Sri Lanka in not much time. We expected more/more substantial physical activities from this trip. Group size of 10 was perfect. Had to spend a lot of money for not included (but also not optional) meals.
Review submitted 27 Jul 2024

Bali, Lombok & Gili Islands: Hike, Bike, Raft & Snorkel

Krysia · Traveled July 2024
Intrepid delivered us the perfect family holiday (not always easy with a teenager in tow!) A mixture of adventure, immersion in local culture and a different experience every day. We loved every moment!
Review submitted 26 Jul 2024
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