Plan your holiday around what you want to do
Pick one or more activities. We show which destinations have them, exactly where, and the best season to go.
On and under the water
Snow and mountains
In the air
Wildlife and nature
Culture, food and shopping
Theme parks and shows
Wellness and spiritual
Choose at least one activity above
For example, pick Scuba diving and Sea walk to compare the Andamans, Bali, Thailand and the Maldives.
All activities
Open any activity to see every place we can arrange it.
Scuba diving
Try dives for beginners with an instructor, no certificate needed, and fun dives for certified divers.
5 destinationsSnorkelling
See coral and fish from the surface with a mask and fins. Easy for most swimmers.
4 destinationsSea walk
Walk on the sea floor wearing a helmet that supplies air. No swimming needed.
2 destinationsWater sports
Jet ski, banana boat, bumper ride and parasailing at the beach.
6 destinationsRiver rafting
Paddle through rapids with a trained guide. Grades vary from family-friendly to wild.
6 destinationsKayaking
Paddle through lagoons, mangroves, backwaters or sea caves.
6 destinationsSurfing
Surf lessons for beginners and breaks for experienced surfers.
2 destinationsIsland hopping
Boat trips to nearby islands, beaches and lagoons.
4 destinationsCruises and boat rides
Sunset cruises, dinner cruises, shikaras, houseboats and river cruises.
9 destinationsWhale and dolphin watching
Boat trips to see dolphins and whales in their natural habitat.
4 destinationsSkiing and snowboarding
Ski lessons for first-timers and slopes for experienced skiers.
6 destinationsSnow activities
Snow points with sledging, snow scooters, snowball fights and photos.
5 destinationsCable car and gondola rides
Ride up mountains and over valleys for big views.
6 destinationsTrekking and hiking
Day hikes and multi-day treks with local guides.
10 destinationsCamping
Nights under the stars in riverside, lakeside or desert camps.
4 destinationsRoad trips and bike rides
Scenic drives and motorbike trips over high passes.
4 destinationsParagliding
Tandem flights with a certified pilot. No experience needed.
4 destinationsSkydiving
Tandem jumps from a plane with an instructor.
4 destinationsHot-air balloon
Sunrise balloon flights over deserts, forts and countryside.
2 destinationsBungee, swings and ziplines
Bungee jumps, giant swings and ziplines for thrill seekers.
3 destinationsHelicopter and seaplane rides
Scenic flights and transfers by helicopter or seaplane.
1 destinationWildlife safari
Jeep safaris in national parks to spot tigers, leopards, elephants and birds.
6 destinationsDesert safari
Dune drives, camel rides and dinner under the stars.
3 destinationsTea and spice plantations
Walk through plantations and see how tea and spices are made.
4 destinationsPolar and marine wildlife
Penguin colonies, seals and whales on expedition voyages.
1 destinationHeritage and temple tours
Forts, palaces, temples and old towns with local guides.
17 destinationsFood tours and cooking classes
Street food walks and hands-on cooking classes.
6 destinationsShopping
Malls, souks, night markets and local handicrafts.
4 destinationsNightlife
Beach clubs, bars, shows and night markets.
3 destinationsTheme parks and attractions
Theme parks, aquariums and big-ticket attractions families love.
7 destinationsCultural shows
Dance, music and theatre performances.
6 destinationsSpa and Ayurveda
Massages, spa treatments and traditional Ayurveda therapies.
5 destinationsYoga and meditation
Yoga classes, retreats and meditation by the river or the sea.
1 destinationPilgrimage and aarti
Temple darshan, Ganga aarti and sacred sites.
2 destinations