Looking for a Thrill? Check Out These 11 Unbelievable Outdoor Activities! (2 of 3)

Do some scuba diving along the Great Barrier Reef

If you’re looking to meet some Australian wildlife but would rather take a pass on boxing a kangaroo or being bite-murdered by a gargantuan spider, a visit with the friendly sea animals of the Great Barrier Reef offers the perfect solution. Located off the northern coast of Queensland, you can spend the entire day acquainting yourself with colorful fish and beautiful corals.

Sleep on the side of a cliff in Peru Stay in the Skylodge Adventure Suites in Peru

It’s not as scary as it sounds! The Skylodge Adventure Suites are pods that have been securely bolted into the side of a cliff, allowing an incredible view of the Sacred Valley that you’ll remember for the rest of your life. You’ll start by taking a 1,200-foot hike up the mountain to reach this unique hotel room. It costs $300 a night, but lucky for you dinner and breakfast the following morning are included.

Take a solo walk along the Great Wall

If you’re somebody who loves traveling the world by yourself, you can’t beat a solo hike along the Ba Da Lin portion of the Great Wall, which extends for 2.3 miles. Sound easy? Keep in mind that you will be climbing thousands of steps upwards as you reach the top, something that is sure to test your endurance. Our tip is to arrive as early as possible to beat the rush (it opens at 9 am) and bring plenty of water and a packed lunch.

Visit the otherworldly salt flat in Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Chances are you won’t ever get a chance to visit the moon, but it doesn’t mean you can’t feel like you’re there. The salt flat in Salar de Uyuni — the world’s largest covering more than 4000 square miles with an altitude of almost 12,000 feet — rewards visitors with hauntingly beautiful mirrored images. The best time to go is during the rainy season — from January through April — which is when large puddles form, allowing for the famous reflections that everybody loves to photograph.