Americas multi-active tours

There aren't many places Intrepid hasn't been, so even if you've got a destination in mind that isn't on our list of multi-active trips, our Tailor-Made team is here to help. We'll use our 30 years of experience and regional specialists to help you create your perfect active escape.

The majority of our multi-active trips include two key activities: hiking and biking. These may come in different forms, from an easy hike on flat terrain to multi-day trekking trips that feature overnight camping, short city cycling tours and full mountain biking expeditions. Make sure to read the itinerary for full details on how much hiking and biking will be involved, as well as the Essential Trip Information provided.

While the fun activities we include on our multi-active trips are a focus of our trips, we still feature the same local interactions and real life experiences that are a hallmark of the Intrepid experience. Our aim is to help you discover new places in a new way while still learning about the culture and its people.

You don’t need to be a super athlete! Only a general level of health and fitness is needed to make the most of the experience. The physical level of activities does differ between trips and it is important to read the itinerary in detail to understand what level of exercise is involved. For instance, some of the trips deliver a great cardio workout (like cycling the mountain trails of Andorra), while others will be less demanding.

If you’re not sure if you’re able to participate in any of our trips, visit your doctor to see if you’re in a healthy shape to fully enjoy the activities included.

Because of the active nature of our trips, we require all travellers to hold an appropriate level of insurance coverage prior to their departure. This includes coverage for included and optional activities on your tour. Most insurance providers will cover all the activities we offer on our trips. However, it's important you read your product information summary (or equivalent insurance policy document) carefully to ensure you are covered.  

When reviewing your insurance coverage, keep an eye out for included activities such as Via Ferrata, rafting and high altitude trekking (checking what exact altitude you are covered for is essential). If you have problems finding insurance, please contact our team for further advice.

While training is not necessary, some of our trips can involve multiple days of hiking and it’s generally a good idea to start training, such as walking more at home or undertaking regular cardio exercise, prior to these trips.

You bet. Safety is the first priority on all our trips. This means we conduct safety assessments on all our activities, whether they’re included or offered as optional extras. All of our safety assessments are conducted in accordance with national and local laws and our own internal safety standards.

We provide full safety briefings for all our activities and usually allow a chance to practice before diving into the real thing. We also regularly check the equipment we use to make sure it meets safety standards.

All activities are led by our experienced and qualified leaders or by local guides who might be experts in a particular activity. Whether it’s cycling, trekking or kayaking, our leaders live for the outdoors and will be able to introduce you to their favourite hobbies.

We take care of all the little details so you can focus on tackling that next climb or paddling those rapids. We transport your main luggage for you while you are trekking, cycling or taking part in any other activity. We recommend carrying a day pack to hold some essential items from day to day, such as your sunscreen, camera, water bottle, snacks and all the other items you may need for the day.

No. There is no compulsory equipment on any of the trips. However, it is always important to check the packing list for each particular itinerary. There may be items we suggest you bring with you, such as cycling gloves (that may come useful on other activities like zip-lining too!), gel seats, hiking boots, day packs or water shoes. Check the packing list in your Essential Trip Information for a full list, including what clothing and footwear might be needed. Cycling helmets are always provided as well as other safety equipment.

We give our travellers the flexibility to choose which activities they’d like to be part of. So, while we include lots of inclusions on our tours, you also have the freedom to choose what sounds the best to you. If you like mountain biking and would like to spend another day polishing your skills, we’ll give you the option to do just that. If you're really keen on walking, we can show you the best walks to try during free time too.