Extreme Sports in Amazing locations

Most extreme sports can be experienced locally in some capacity. Often man made or indoor locations offer thrill seekers the chance to try out new and exciting activities. However for those willing to travel, the experience can be enhanced to an unforgettable adventure. Here are just a few locations to consider visiting to satisfy thrill seekers.

Skydive Dubai

Skydive Dubai offers extreme sports enthusiasts to experience the thrill of skydiving in a completely unique location. Described as 'the world's premium skydive location' neighbouring the infamous Palm Jumeirah Island and the Dubai marina, divers can expect spectacular views of one of the world's wealthiest and most beautiful cities.

Whitewater Rafting - Lochsa River, Idaho USA

The Lochsa River (Pronounced Lock-Saw) in Idaho offers some of the most continuous, explosive and challenging whitewater in the world. The river is recommended for intermediate to experienced rafters who will also be treated to the supreme mountain scenery and wildlife.

Kawarau Bridge Bungee Jumping - New Zealand

This 43-metre drop may not be the highest available, the Kawarau Bridge is widely considered one of the first extreme bungee jump locations in the world. Over 650, 000 people have tackled the drop from the historic suspension bridge, with many dipping their heads in the turquoise waters which run underneath.

Ziplining - Simatai, China

While most ziplines do not offer stunning views of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Simatai zipline offers just that. To get to the starting point, revelers first have to hike up the Great Wall itself. After your climb (or chairlift ride), you can explore the Simatai section of the wall, with its 35 watch towers and architecture from the 6th century.

Downhill Mountain Biking - Death Road, Bolivia

It begins at 15,400 feet and for an estimated 300 people a year ends in the loss of their life, yet Bolivia's North Yungus Road - better known as 'The Death Road' - is among the nation's biggest attractions for thrill-seeking tourists. The ride takes in the stunning views among the rolling hills of the Amazon rainforest, but come with the somewhat distracting - and for some terrifying -sheer drop into the canopy as two rubber tyres separate the rider from a narrow single-lane road with very little in the way of railings

Seven Alternative Wonders of the World

Everyone's heard of the pyramids, Eiffel tower and the Great wall, but here are seven alternative Wonders of the World to visit on your travels!

Ajanta Caves - India

These are 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments located in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra. Dating from 2nd Century BC, the caves include paintings and sculptures described as "The finest surviving examples of Indian art".

Sedlec Ossuary - Czech Republic

Sedlec Ossuary is a small Catholic church located underneath the Cemetery Church of All Saints in Sedlec, Czech Republic. The Church contains the remains of between 40,000 and 70,000 humans. The skeletons have been artfully arranged to create the decoration and furniture for the chapel. The church is one of he most visited tourist attractions in the Czech Republic, attracting over 200, 000 visitors annually.

Leshan Giant Buddha - China

The Leshan Buddha is a 71-metre tall stone statue located at the confluence of the Minjiang,Dadu and Qingyi rivers in the southern part of Sichuan province in China.Constructed from the year 713 to 803 it was hoped the statue would calm the river which destroyed many shipping vessels on the river.

Aurora Borealis - Northern Hemisphere

The Aurora Borealis or 'Northern Lights' is a natural light display which can predominantly be seen in Northern regions such as Norway or the Arctic and are caused by charged particles entering the atmosphere causing ionisation to occur.

Petra - Jordan

Petra is a historical and archaeological city in southern Jordan.The city is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system dating from as early as 312 BC. 

The Phi Phi Islands - Thailand

The Phi Phi Islands are a group of islands consisting of huge limestone rocks located between the island of Phuket and the Western Strait of Mallaca of the mainland. The islands were also the filming location for The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

Saint Basil's Cathedral - Moscow

Saint Basil's Cathedral is a museum located in Moscow's famous Red Square. It was built from 1555-1561 on orders from Ivan the Terrible and was the city's tallest building until the completion of Ivan the Great Bell Tower in 1600.

Leave us a comment if you have been to any of these landmarks or can think of any others!