About Us

About Us

FAQ's

Responsible Traveller

Meet our Team

Career Opportunities

We're your adventure travelguides

Adventure. It's in our DNA. We introduced adventure travel to North America in 1972 and never looked back. Now you can choose from over 4,000 small group trips, or have one of our experienced adventure travel specialists build one just for you. No one has the experience, depth of knowledge and range of itineraries of Adventure Center!

Frequently asked questions

There are always lots of questions when you're planning a trip. Here are answers to the questions that we get the most. If you don't find the answer you're looking for, please call or email and we will be happy to answer them for you.

What our travelers have to say

What we hear most about our style of travel is "Why haven't I done this before?"

Guidelines for responsibletravel

Responsible travel is rooted in respect, socially & ecologically . Since 1972 we've helped shape the meaning of traveling responsibly by introducing small groups of travellers to local people, wildlife and culture while sustaining the delicate balance that enables these communities and ecosystems to thrive.

People who make it happen!

Guess what we do on vacation? That's right, we get out and travel. We're all passionate about new destinations and new experiences. We know adventure because we live it, and that helps us to better prepare you for yours. Let us know how we can put our knowledge and our experience to use for you.

Join ourteam!

Are you an adventurer, an explorer, or just plain curious? Do you love discovering new cultures and places? If so, we should talk. We're always looking for people who are committed to making adventure come alive for others.

Trending Map

Search By Activity

Interested in a specific activity, experience or type of trip? Select from this list of amazing trip options we have for you.

Trekking Trips	Cultural Discoveries
Wildlife Encounters	Culinary & Food Trips
Self-Guided Tours	Africa Safaris
Sailing Trips	Expedition Cruises
Rail Journeys	Family Adventures
River Cruises	Overland Journeys
Winter Adventures	Paddling Trips
Polar Expeditions	Luxury Adventures
Photography Trips	Hiking & Walking Trips
Cycling Trips	Festivals
Desert Explorations	18 to 35 Oriented

Adventure Blog

Tony Wheeler’s Perspective on Zimbabwe

Posted: 04/12/2011 - 12:10

<p style="text-align: justify;">Last week, <a href="http://blog.adventurecenter.com/?p=398">Paul Theroux explained</a> the vir

The Reason Paul Theroux Travels

Posted: 04/05/2011 - 00:00

<p style="text-align: justify;">Of late, the world feels a bit more hectic than usual.

Why Do You Travel?

Posted: 03/29/2011 - 00:00

The value of seeing a place different from where you live and meeting the people that live in that different place cannot be underestimated. I believe this, strongly.

What Is Your Dream Trip?

Posted: 03/22/2011 - 10:26

The cover story of the March 2011 Budget Travel is “Dream Trips,” featuring itineraries in Morocco, Russia, Laos, th

Thinking of Japan

Posted: 03/15/2011 - 12:42

<p style="text-align: justify;">In the autumn of 1999, I spent my final semester of college in Japan, taking classes at Kansai Gaidai in Hirakata, in Osaka prefecture.

Who to Trust When Everyone Is an Expert?

Posted: 03/08/2011 - 11:56

Gulliver, The Economist’s travel blog, has raised an intriguing question about TripAdvisor hotel reviews: “[T]here is a kind of vicarious thrill to be had from reading

Would You Plan a Trip Around a Sporting Event?

Posted: 03/01/2011 - 12:03

I’m not a hardcore sports fanatic.

Do You Consider Traveling a Vacation?

Posted: 02/15/2011 - 12:09

One assumes that The New York Times is a mildly organized place, probably always hectic and chaotic, but controlled with teams of editors finessing sections in