Which adventure tours are the best for 2024? Vote now
With summer around the corner, you might be ready to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. We’re looking for the best outdoor excursions — boat tours, helicopter tours, aerial adventure parks, fishing charters, rafting trips, kayaking excursions, bike tours, and hot air balloon rides — to help our readers plan their greatest adventure yet.
A panel of experts has selected our groups of illustrious nominees across each of nine categories, and now it’s your turn to vote for your favorites.
Voting ends on Monday, May 27 at noon ET, and you can vote once per day, per category.
Click on each category below to vote:
Best Adventure Tour Operator
Set out for an unforgettable experience with these adventure tour operators — Photo courtesy of molchanovdmitry / iStock / Getty Images Plus
These 20 adventure tour operators — nominated by an expert panel — cater to travelers who crave excitement, challenge, and fun in their vacations. Whether you’re looking for an individualized journey or group tour, they’ll have something for you, with activities ranging from hiking and biking to rafting and kayaking.
Which adventure tour operator would you most like to book with?
Vote: Best Adventure Tour Operator »
Best Aerial Adventure Park
Test your skills at an aerial adventure park — Photo courtesy of LanaCanada / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Zip lining and treetop tours have exploded in popularity as a way to experience the forest canopy in a safe and thrilling environment. These 20 aerial adventure parks — nominated as the best in the U.S. by an expert panel — beckon with their zip lines, rope bridges, and climbing elements, each promising an unforgettable experience high above the ground.
Which aerial adventure park would you most like to visit?
Vote: Best Aerial Adventure Park »
Best Bike Tour
Bike some of the most gorgeous places on the planet — Photo courtesy of Saro17 / E+
One of the best and greenest ways to experience the beauty of the world is by bike. Just start pedaling and the journey becomes as important as the destination. These top companies have been nominated by an expert panel for their fantastic guided and self-guided tours that take you around the globe on two wheels.
Which bike tour company would you most like to tour with?
Best Boat Tour
Get out on the water with a boat tour — Photo courtesy of lechatnoir / E+
From whale watching excursions and sunset sails to scenic cruises past waterfalls and cliff-backed shores, there are so many water-based tours to choose from across the United States. An expert panel has nominated these 20 companies for offering the best boat tours in the country.
Which boat tour company would you most enjoy a trip with?
Best Fishing Charter
Reel in a big catch on these fishing charters — Photo courtesy of adogslifephoto / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Whether you’re looking to polish your angling skills on America’s rivers or head offshore in search of your next big catch, these 20 fishing charters and outfitters — nominated by an expert panel as the best in the U.S. and U.S. territories — are sure to increase your chances of success.
Which fishing charter would you most like to set out with?
Best Helicopter Tour
See things from a new perspective on a helicopter tour — Photo courtesy of chriss_ns / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Whether it’s the majestic layers of the Grand Canyon, flashing neon lights of the Las Vegas Strip, or beautiful rainforests and beaches of Hawaii, top destinations across the United States often look even better from the air. An expert panel has nominated these 20 companies for offering the best helicopter tours in the Untied States.
Which helicopter tour company would you most like to take flight with?
Best Hot Air Balloon Ride
Float with the clouds on these hot air balloon rides — Photo courtesy of Karla Ferro / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Hot air balloons take the act of travel to new heights, offering a fresh perspective while floating in the sky in a woven wicker basket. There’s no other experience quite like it, and these 20 companies have been nominated by an expert panel for offering the best hot air balloon rides in the United States.
Which hot air balloon company would you most like to float into the air with?
Vote: Best Hot Air Balloon Ride »
Best Kayak Tour
Enjoy a challenging or relaxed kayak tour — Photo courtesy of molchanovdmitry / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Kayak tours combine aerobic fitness with the chance to immerse yourself in nature on guided outings, and the diverse waterways of the United States present some of the most breathtaking paddling adventures in the world. These 20 companies — nominated by an expert panel — lead some of the best kayaking tours in the U.S. and U.S. territories.
Which kayak tour company would you most like to paddle with?
Best White Water Rafting Tour
Experience the thrill of white-water rafting — Photo courtesy of Sportstock / E+
The rivers of the United States offer some of the world’s best white-water rafting opportunities, with thrills for experienced rafters and newbies alike. From white-knuckle rapids to more relaxed family floats, rafting is a great way to add a dash of adventure to a trip, and these 20 companies have been nominated by an expert panel for offering the best white-water rafting tours in the country.
Which white-water rafting tour company would you most like to traverse the river with?
Vote: Best White Water Rafting Tour »
Remember, you can vote once per day in each category. The 10 nominees with the most votes in each category will be announced on Wednesday, June 5.
