Gay Adventure Tours

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Gay adventure travel options are available across the globe, with options that are ideal for any month of the year. From snowboarding in New Zealand or skiing in the Andes, to exploring volcanoes in Ecuador, Iceland or Hawaii, there is essentially no limit to the options available for gay adventure vacations.

Whether you prefer a physically challenging mountain climbing adventure, exploring ancient ruins in dense rainforests or a less strenuous excursion to see the great statues of Easter Island, the perfect gay weekend adventure or extended vacation is simply waiting to be planned.

If your idea of the perfect gay adventure vacation involves beautiful beaches, rainforests, volcanoes and island exploration, Ecuador, Chile and Hawaii are all excellent options. Ecuador offers a wide array of landscapes, including tropical beaches, lush rainforests, the famous Galapagos Islands and snow-capped volcanoes, such as Cotopaxi.

In Chile, those looking for gay adventure travel will find exceptional skiing and snowboarding in the Andes, breathtaking beaches, Easter Island, volcanoes, the Mirador de Chepu Penguin Colony, and the vast Patagonia landscape, including the arid deserts of the Torres del Paine National Park.

If a gay weekend adventure will fit your schedule better, you may want to consider a short vacation to one of the islands of Hawaii, where you will find a plethora of outdoor adventure options, as well as more leisurely pursuits, such as dining, shopping and entertainment, on each of the major islands.

As found in Chile and Ecuador, Hawaii has exceptional beaches, beautiful rainforests, an active volcano and a variety of landscapes waiting to be explored. It is also home to gorgeous canyons, cliffs and waterfalls, the snow-capped Mauna Kea, black sand beaches and a coral reef that is popular for diving and snorkeling.

For different types of gay tours, a trip to Iceland will provide the chance to combine fun activities like bird or whale watching with kayaking, rafting, hiking, ice climbing and getting your certificate for crossing the Arctic Circle on Grimsey Island. You can also see an active volcano and Europe's largest glacier or take a swim in the fluorescent blue waters of the geothermal Blue Lagoon. Other options include exploring the volcanoes of Bali, the jungles of Brazil or the variety of landscapes in Australia's Top End in the Northern Territory.

Wherever you allow your adventurous side to take you, a wonderful time awaits you in any of the many destinations that are perfect for exciting outdoor activity options. You may find that you will enjoy your journey even more if you select a destination that also allows for downtime spending a night on the town or a day on the beach. To ensure that you have a safe, memorable, well-organized trip, you should consider taking part in a gay adventure travel tour organized by professionals that are well-versed in both LGBT travel and adventure travel.

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Howie Holben gay journeys advice. He is the caretaker of Spirit Journeys, a gay couple retreat association. Spirit Journeys suggests spiritual lesbian travel all over the planet.