Honeymoons and romantic getaways do not need to mean simply lying around on the beach. If you are more of an adventurous traveler there are going to be plenty of options for honeymoon destinations for you. Even typical beach destinations known for being all-inclusive like Jamaica, St Lucia, or Bora Bora can be very adventurous if you want to tailor your honeymoon to be like that. Here are a few of our favorite adventure honeymoon destinations.
Colorado
Colorado is a great place to go for those who love the outdoors. There are plenty of hiking and biking trails, as well as opportunities for white water rafting and kayaking. In the winter you can go skiing or snowboarding and in the summer there are plenty of opportunities for fishing, camping, and horseback riding. It is one of the few places in the US where you can go dog sledding and there are so many fun adventures you can go on together like snowmobiling in the backcountry or exploring backcountry skiing.
We love visiting Colorado and staying at an all-inclusive dude ranch like Vista Verde Ranch in Steamboat Springs.
Australia
Australia is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world. There is something for everyone here, from beaches to rainforests to deserts. You can go diving, snorkeling, surfing, and kayaking on the many beautiful beaches, or go hiking and camping in the national parks. If you are looking for an adventure honeymoon destination that is a little bit off the beaten path, then Australia is definitely it.
Alaska
Sure you can explore Alaska on a relaxing cruise and on tour busses inland, but it can also be an outdoorsy couples’ dreamland. You can hike, bike, kayak, and raft your way through the state on guided tours or make your own arrangements and explore at your own pace. You can also go fishing for salmon and halibut, dogsledding, or flightseeing to view the incredible glaciers. There is no shortage of activities to keep you busy in Alaska. A stay at Denali Backcountry Lodge will put you deep into the park in a secluded area. When I went there I found myself face to face with a caribou as I hiked around the area which was an unforgettable experience. On the same trip, we saw orcas and glaciers on a day cruise in the Kenai Fjords National Park.
Montana
Montana is an outdoorsman’s dream where you can have luxury accommodations at night at a dude ranch with gourmet means and do adventurous activities during the day. You can go fly fishing, hiking, camping, and horseback riding in the many beautiful national parks and forests. There are also opportunities to go white water rafting, kayaking, and mountain biking. In the winter you can go skiing and snowboarding in some of the most picturesque areas in the US.
Italy
If you are looking for an adventure honeymoon destination with a little bit of history and culture thrown in, then look no further than Italy. You can explore the ancient ruins of Rome and Pompeii, or go wine tasting in Tuscany. There are also opportunities for hiking, biking, and skiing in the many beautiful areas of the country. You can also take a gondola ride in Venice or walk on the glass bridge over the Grand Canyon of Italy. No matter what you choose to do, you are sure to have an unforgettable time in Italy.
New Zealand
New Zealand is a country that is made for adventure travelers. You can go hiking, biking, kayaking, and white water rafting in the many beautiful national parks. There are also opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, and skydiving. You can also go bungee jumping, ziplining, and caving here. New Zealand is an adventurer’s paradise and is sure to please everyone.
Gatlinburg
If you are looking for an adventure honeymoon destination that is close to home, look no further than Gatlinburg, TN. There are opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking, and white water rafting in the many beautiful national parks. You can enjoy the comforts of the cabins with views of the Smoky Mountains from your hot tub and even see the iconic bears and other wildlife.
Cancun
If you are looking for an adventure honeymoon destination with beautiful beaches and plenty of activities, then look no further. In Cancun, you can go diving, snorkeling, surfing, and kayaking on the many beautiful beaches. We personally loved going on an ATV tour to cenotes.
Jamaica
Jamaica is a beautiful island country with plenty of activities to keep you busy. You can go diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and rafting on the many beautiful beaches. You can also go hiking and zip lining in the jungle, go golfing, horseback riding, or deep-sea fishing. No matter what you choose to do, you are sure to have an unforgettable time in Jamaica. It can be a perfect mix with an all-inclusive resort like Sandals to keep you comfortable with fun excursions during the day.
Bali
Bali is a beautiful island country in Indonesia that is perfect for an adventurous honeymoon. You can go hiking, biking, and white water rafting in the many beautiful national parks. You can also go diving, snorkeling, surfing, and kayaking on the many beautiful beaches. Going into the jungle you can go zip-lining, hiking, and ATVing. Bali is the perfect mix of an adventure and a relaxing honeymoon.
Costa Rica
There is so much to do in Costa Rica. The beautiful country is full of adventure with opportunities to go hiking, biking, rafting, zip-lining, and much more in the many beautiful national parks. You can also go diving, snorkeling, surfing, and kayaking on the many beautiful beaches. Costa Rica is the perfect mix of an adventure and a relaxing honeymoon.
He is an expert travel advisor and enthusiast. He has traveled extensively in the USA, Central America, South America, and Europe. He has visited every Sandals Resort and is one of a select few Diamond Elite members of the Sandals Chairman’s Royal Club.
Dan graduated from Johnson & Wales University with an associate degree in Culinary Arts. Later he graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a focus on people and culture.
i went 2 of them with my wife (colorado, italy).I’m very curious about Costa Rica.It is a good list prepared for different and beautiful experiences.