Looking for an adventure this summer? These 10 adventures are varied and offer a lifetime of memories

Spending the summer lounging at the beach is all fine and dandy, but if you want more than tan lines and sand in your Crocs, consider taking on one of these amazing summer adventures. Whether you’re a fan of backcountry cycling, Montana guest ranches, or a bloue-footed booby, here are 10 epic adventures for you to consider.

1. Central Utah Backcountry Cycling: Central Utah has one of the greatest stretches of true backcountry left in the nation. Escape Adventures’ six-day cycling tour heads eastward through distinguishing desert scenery and high alpine forests along Utah Highway 12 to Capitol Reef National Park. https://escapeadventures.com/tour/utah-escalante-and-capitol-reef-national-park-road-bike-tour/

2. Yellowstone Ranch Getaway: Get away and give back during a stay at the historic O.T.O. Dude Ranch on the edge of Yellowstone National Park. This getaway offers classic adventures like hiking, horseback riding, fly-fishing, archery, sport shooting and more, as well as regionally-inspired cuisine and cozy cabins. Proceeds from every stay go to preservation efforts at the National Register of Historic Places-listed ranch. https://trueranchcollection.com/yellowstone-pop-up/

3. Galapagos, Andes + Amazon: Discover the fascinating Galapagos Islands at Scalesia Galapagos Lodge, investigate the Amazon Rainforest at Sacha Lodge and experience the Ecuadorian Andes at Hacienda Piman, all in a 15-day tour. Guests learn about endemic flora and fauna, hike near active volcanoes, paddle tannin-rich blackwater creeks and explore the highlands of the Andes. https://www.sachalodge.com/programs/#galapagos-programs

4. Wine + Bike Piedmont: The Langa and Monferrato regions of Piedmont are in one of the most critical wine production areas in Italy and received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2014. Tourissimo’s Piedmont Barolo cycling tour takes guests to the heart of these regions, over rolling hills covered with endless vineyards and past ancient castles and hidden hilltop hamlets. https://www.tourissimo.travel/piedmont-wine-region-cycling-tour

5. Jackson Hole Glamping: Fireside Resort offers lavishly outfitted tiny house rental units designed by Wheelhaus a stone’s throw from Grand Teton National Park, making it the perfect basecamp for summer adventures. Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting, enjoy beautiful scenery and wildlife while hiking through the Tetons or revel in the wonder of Yellowstone National Park’s geothermal features. https://www.firesidejacksonhole.com/

6. North Cascades Traverse: A new five-day trip from Wildland Trekking combines North Cascades National Park backpacking and a stay at a remote lodge with no road access on Washington’s Lake Chelan. Trek over alpine passes and through pristine wilderness to the lodge, then hike to views of the Stehekin Valley before returning to civilization by boat. https://wildlandtrekking.com/trips/stehekin-lodge-backpacking-trip/

7. Patagonia Fjords Cruise: This voyage through Chilean Patagonia with Adventure Life sails among stunning fjords, islands, glaciers, peaks and wildlife. Visit Puerto Cisnes, San Rafael Bay and Glacier, the Gulf of Penas, the isolated village of Puerto Eden, the Strait of Magellan, Tierra del Fuego and the Beagle Channel, ending in Ushuaia, Argentina. https://www.adventure-life.com/patagonia/cruises/17283/patagonia-chilean-fjords

8. Big Sky Summer Fun: The Wilson Hotel in Big Sky, Montana, offers the opportunity for summer fun in the surrounding mountains and rivers, as well as Yellowstone National Park. Trek through shaded forests and wildflower-filled meadows, float or fly fish clear, cool waters, experience the adrenaline rush of lift-served mountain biking or see the park’s natural wonders and wildlife. https://thewilsonhotel.com/

9. National Parks RV Trip: AdventureGenie uses artificial intelligence to understand what travelers want when planning exciting adventures. In addition to creating itineraries, its smart technology can intelligently generate custom journeys based on the most sought-after themed trips, with detailed trip guides and recommended campgrounds and activities. AdventureGenie is the world’s first one-stop travel planning website for campers and road trippers. https://adventuregenie.com/

10. Yellowstone Family Rafting and Riding: This three-day whitewater rafting and horseback-riding adventure from Flying Pig Adventures offers guests the opportunity to experience the Yellowstone National Park area like never before. The thrill of witnessing one of nature’s most iconic environments, tackling rough terrain on horseback and running class III rapids cannot be found anywhere else. https://www.flyingpigrafting.com/3-day-yellowstone-adventure

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