7 Awesome Adventure Travel Ideas

We start our list of New England adventure travel vacation ideas with the ultimate luxury off-road experience. Create the memory of a lifetime with a Land Rover off-roading adventure hosted by the Equinox Resort & Spa in Manchester Village, Vermont. Located in Vermont’s green mountains, this is definitely not one of those vacation activities you'll soon forget.



Prepare for a journey as Equinox’s experienced off-roading instructors take you across several obstacles including severe inclines, steep descents, and side tilts, all along a closed-course.



The trip departs from the Land Rover Experience Center, directly across the street from the Equinox resort.



When done, enjoy a nice meal at one of the resort’s several restaurants including the elegant Colonnade, or the cozy Chop House steakhouse.

If dog sledding always seemed like one of those “only in the movies” type of activities, prepare yourself for the real-life treat of the Rolling Dog Sled Adventure package offered by the Adair Country Inn & Restaurant. The inn, located in Bethlehem, New Hampshire offers this once in a lifetime package with the Muddy Paw Dog Sled Kennel, providing you with the opportunity to experience the White Mountains of New Hampshire like never before.



If you want to enjoy dog sledding in the warmer months, not to worry: trips are offered year-round. Ideal for participants ages two and up, this one-hour adventure gives riders the chance to get up close and personal with rescued and second-chance furry friends while enjoying New Hampshire’s splendid mountain trails.



The package includes a two night stay in the room of your choice, the dog sledding adventure, a one-hour meet-and-greet with the dogs, a two-course dinner, delicious candlelit gourmet breakfast, and home baked treats with afternoon tea.

While surfing in New England may seem a little out of the ordinary for those who associate the sport with California, Hawaii, or the like, New England offers plenty of solid waves for both beginning and experienced surfers alike.



For those eager to give surfing a try, the Surf Adventure Package at the Platinum Pebble Boutique Inn in Cape Cod is the perfect opportunity. With this package, participants will head to the Outer Cape to learn surf etiquette, how to get up on the board, ocean patterns, and of course, how to stay safe while surfing.



Platinum Pebble Boutique is located on 1.5 acres of beautiful wooded property, and offers eight luxuriously appointed rooms for a comfortable stay. Enjoy a hot gourmet breakfast each morning, relax by the pool, or simply enjoy the inn lounge.

For a vacation activity that’s a little bit more – edgy – so to speak, axe throwing lessons are probably right up your alley. Participants can book their axe-throwing experience at the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa located in Whitefield, New Hampshire.



Set amidst the beauty of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, this locale provides the perfect backdrop for this stress relieving activity.



Allow the experienced axe throwers to show you how it’s done before you try your hand at this thrilling sport. Participants throw an axe at a fixed target from 20 feet away, and get one free throw and three tries that count for points. What’s not to love?

No list of adventure travel vacation ideas in New England would be complete without a zip lining tour. Have you ever dreamt of flying across the forest canopy enjoying the perfect bird’s eye view of the forest floor? If so, zip lining is perfect way for you to get your kicks. Treat yourself to the Zipline Adventure Package at the Rabbit Hill Inn, located in Lower Waterford Vermont.



New Hampshire’s Alpine Adventures offers an exhilarating guided tour through New Hampshire’s White Mountains, providing zip-liners breathtaking vistas of the surrounding forest, mountains, and valleys. Choose from either the Treetop Canopy Tour, which is ideal for first-time zip liners, or the SkyRider tour, which offers higher, faster, and longer lines.



Included in this action-packed package are two passes to either tour, an intimate three course dinner, and tips for the staff.



After a long day of zip lining and a fulfilling meal, enjoy the cushy amenities at the Rabbit Hill Inn including gas fireplaces in your room, mountain views, and hydro-massage tubs. You’ll be sure find plenty of ways to unwind after an adrenaline packed day.

If you’re in the mood for something visually spectacular, the Hot Air Balloon Festival at Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa promises to offer a breathtaking, awe inspiring, and unforgettable time.



The Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival is held on the resort grounds in July of each year (check the website for updated information), and features a launch of more than 25 hot air balloons. Guests of Stoweflake enjoy free admission to the festival and can enjoy live entertainment and indulge in the beer and wine garden.



Before the festival be sure to hit up Charlie B’s for breakfast, enjoy the resort’s indoor swimming pool, or go shopping for treats at the Mountain Road Marketplace.

For a scenic maritime adventure, head on over to the Camden Maine Stay Inn and book the Schooner Sailing Package for you and a loved one. Sailors depart from the Camden Harbor and enjoy a two-hour ride to the Penobscot Bay on the 95-year-old Schooner Surprise.



While aboard, you’ll be treated to a lesson about the historic Schooner as well as the wildlife on Penobscot Bay, and the local lobster fishing industry.



The entire package includes a two night stay at the inn, as well as a full gourmet breakfast and two tickets to the Schooner Surprise. This package is available from June through October, so be sure to book in advance!