20 most interesting adventures of our time

Those who like to feel the adrenaline in their blood and take part in the most risky events with pleasure, which people in their right mind just dare not, will appreciate this selection of the most amazing and interesting adventures.

Climbing Everest, the highest peak of the Earth

When in 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay proved by personal experience that it was possible to climb Mount Everest, every climber of that time showed interest in this peak. However, the passion for climbing to the highest point of the planet has not ceased to this day. Every spring, again and again, many try to reach the desired peak and set a new record. Meanwhile, over the past years, more than 200 people have died on the slopes of Everest.

Wingsuit jump from Mount Eiger (Bernese Alps, Switzerland)

This giant giant, reaching a height of about four kilometers, has killed many people, but there are still desperate daredevils who are ready to take the jump.

Take a ride on the waves on Shipstairs Bluff (Tasmania)

The farthest southern coast of Tasmania, in particular a place called Shipsterns Bluff, is famous for the unpredictability of the sea, as well as its huge and stormy waves, at a peak reaching 6 meters in height.

Walk the Triple Crown Routes (USA)

In America there are three hiking trails that have been known for many years - since the time of the war with the Indians. Their total length is about 12-odd thousand kilometers, and it may take more than one year to overcome the entire route. During the trip you can see volcanoes, mountains, jungles, deserts and enjoy all the beauties of nature to the fullest.

Ski slope from K2 (Chogori, on the border of China and Pakistan)

The second highest peak in the world after Everest is Chogori, which, among other things, is distinguished by the remoteness and unpredictability of the weather. More people died on its peaks than on Everest.

Climbing El Capitan (Yosemite, USA)

El Capitan is a mountain in Yosemite National Park, whose height is 2,307 meters, which is several times higher than the famous Empire State Building in New York.

Crossing the Sahara (North Africa)

The area of this desert reaches 8.5 million square meters. km Despite the unbearable heat, sandstorms and hostile local tribes, this huge sandy sea attracts with its boundless dunes.

Kayaking from a waterfall (Washington, USA)

Brave men who dared to jump from a 57-meter waterfall and not die, can boast of their fabulous luck.

Descent to Ambrim Volcano (Marum Crater, Vanuatu Island)

In 2010, cavers led by Kiwi Jeff Mackley managed to make an unprecedented descent into the underworld of an active volcano. Such a terrible feat so far no one dared to repeat.

Climbing and surfing in the Arctic and Antarctic

Perhaps a surf tour off the coast of the two coldest places on the planet will be a truly unforgettable and most extreme adventure. And if suddenly it seems a little to you, you can always arrange a swim in the waters of the North Pole.

Streif ski run during the Hahnenkamm race (Kitzbuhel, Austria)

This ski slope with a length of about three kilometers and an angle of inclination of 85 degrees is considered one of the most dangerous on the planet.

Amazon Crossing (South America)

The largest Amazon river has long attracted a wide variety of adventurers. However, it is extremely difficult to overcome a path of 6.5 thousand kilometers, because you need to constantly escape from the jaguars, beware of leeches, snakes and fever, and also not to be afraid of giant tarantulas.

Reaching the 7 highest mountain peaks

Those who managed to conquer the highest peaks on various continents of the planet are expected to be members of a specially created club of 7 peaks.

Dive into an underwater cave (Bahamas)

Under the Bahamas lies a whole network of underwater caves, interwoven with a labyrinth of tunnels and famous for their mystical and mysterious atmosphere.

Cyclocross from Alaska to Argentina

A cycling traveler takes a similar marathon for about two years, during which they cover 32 thousand kilometers.

Circumnavigation alone

A lot of courage is needed to go around the earth axis alone and cross all the meridians.

Swimming with a white shark (South Africa)

It's hard to believe, but there are many who want to try their luck and swim with a huge predatory shark.

Participation in the marathon via Mont Blanc

For such a run through a high mountain range you will need beyond endurance and serious training.

Rafting on the Bashkaus River (Altai, Russia)

The Altai river, once considered inaccessible, now regularly meets those who wish to raft along it and go through the whole variety of prepared obstacles. No wonder this route is considered one of the most difficult.

Stratosphere Parachute Jumping

Recently, paratroopers are gaining more and more height and have now reached the stratosphere itself, making their desperate jumps from the pre-cosmos, accelerating to 1.5 thousand kilometers per hour!