Some individuals think an excellent vacation involves a peaceful time near a beach or up in a mountain cabin. They imagine being waited on hand and foot and a stress free trip. For others, a grand vacation includes a grand adventure!

These are individuals who like to get their adrenaline rushing. They like to interact with their fellow travelers. Does this sound like you? Are you trying to figure out what kind of adventures travels you should take on your next vacation? Deciding on the right adventure trip can be hard work. There are so many options available! These are some of our preferred adventure vacations.

Lots of people think of dog sledding as a fantastic adventure! You probably think that dog sledding is something that only professionals do. This is true when you think about the Iditarod. If you just want to explore the sport a little bit and have some fun, Alaskan Husky Adventures is what you need. This group offers package deals for both two and three day adventures. You take up your own groceries and sleep in the cabins they provide and during the day you are given lessons on sledding and taken on tours by the trained professionals on staff.

Do you get a thrill from sightseeing? Do you love being able to explore the places you've only read about in books? Why not go on a sightseeing adventure travel to a destination you have always dreamed of going to? Highly favored tourist spots include Greece, Rome, Ireland and Scotland, Africa, China and Tibet. Seemingly there is a sightseeing tour to be had in just about every country in the world, so just pick a location and sign up for a touring trip! Allow a guide to teach you about your chosen country's culture and history.

Do you dream of seeing large animals in-person? Have you always yearned to see different animals in their natural habitats? Why not take an African Safari. There are tours that visit various locations on the continent of Africa. Select one of the many trusted outfits and let them show you where to see hippos, elephants and giraffes in their native habitats. See bunches of lions and hyenas. View birds that you've only see in the zoo. If you love animals, a Safari is one of the best ways to experience adventure travels.

While some adventure travels can cost quite a lot, most are pretty affordable. These vacations do not have to take a lot of time. Some only last a day or two! Why not choose to have fun and an adventure once in a while--there's no rule that says you have to spend every vacation feeling bored.

There are so many different adventure travel tours to take; the hardest part of your trip is going to be choosing where you want to go and what you want to do. Have fun!