Travel is a brilliant way to get out of your comfort zone and into a crazy experience. Adrenaline junkies across the world have found new and exciting ways to embrace their thrill-seeker lifestyle. They bungee jump off cliffs, dive into shark-infested waters and climb the most remarkable mountains in the world. The thrill-seeker lifestyle is an impressive one, but it is important to stay safe while you embrace your inner adrenaline junkie.
Your body produces the hormone adrenaline when you are excited or afraid. Adrenaline can increase your heart rate, breathing and blood pressure to give you a boost of energy and sharpen your sensors. Sounds amazing, right?
Thrill-seekers often enjoy spontaneous adventures and seek the wildest, most extreme challenges they can find. The next time you’re on an adventure holiday, try out one of these adrenaline-filled activities.
Downhill mountain biking
Regular cycling is a relaxing and relatively common activity. On the other hand, Mountain bikers use suspension bikes to race down the face of mountains while jumping over rocks and tree roots. Make sure to invest in the proper equipment and bike before you attempt downhill mountain biking. The Nevis Range in Scotland is one of the best mountain bike ranges in the UK.
Bungee jumping
Bungee jumping is not for the faint-hearted. This modern sport involves jumping off a ledge while attached to a safety cord. If you’re travelling down under, try out the original Kawarau Bridge Bungee in Queenstown. Or, for a more scenic dive, visit Victoria Falls Bungee in Zambia.
Sky diving
Do not try this if you are scared of heights. Fly over the Swiss Alps in Interlaken Switzerland for a breath-taking view and experience Or, if you have mastered skydiving, try a wingsuit flight. Most wingsuit flight companies require you to have a minimum of 200 freefall skydives under your belt before embarking on a solo flight.
White water rafting
Head to Canada for a white-water rafting adventure. You can spot brown bears on the river beaches while the icy cold glacier water splashes your face. The national parks, Jasper and Banff, offer some of the most picturesque white rafting in the world.
Rock climbing
There are varying degrees of rock climbing suited to all levels. Climb with ropes, harnesses or free climb safely. Take a rock-climbing lesson indoors if you are just starting out – or, for very experienced climbers, head to Zion National Parks in the US to climb the 2,000-foot sandstone cliffs.
Base jumping
Head to Mount Kjerag in Norway and base jump off a massive cliff. Over 50,000 people have jumped from this spot since 1994. Base jumping is an excellent way to get an adrenaline rush and experience the breath-taking views of Mount Kjerag.