Fiji is often thought of as an island paradise, but it's also a hidden gem for adventure travelers

Adventure travel is growing by leaps and bounds this year , especially so for these destinations that are emerging as top contenders attracting travelers to experience their unique natural landscapes and all the incredible adventures they offer.

Fiji is the destination host for the World Surf League Pro event, and it’ll be the host of the Adventure Travel Trade Association’s AdventureNEXT 2024 conference.

Mongolia is home to part of the Silk Road , the Gobi Desert and harsh mountain peaks.

Adventure travelers are attracted to Antarctica primarily for its unique, raw, untamed wilderness.

Patagonia has been receiving more attention as an adventure travel destination in recent years , especially so at Torres del Paine National Park in the south.

Greenland is becoming an enticing expedition cruise port of call for adventure travelers.

Tanzania is home to Africa ’s largest game reserve.

Its southern region is less popular than other safari destinations across southern Africa .

Tour operator Geographic Expeditions offers a comprehensive visit to Southern Tanzania , with chimpanzee tracking in the rainforest and a hike along Lake Tanganyika .