Discover the world's finest sights on a walking holiday

Take the slow route through some of the world's most impressive landscapes

Exotic Walking HolidaysThe unbridled joy of reaching a lookout and casting your eyes across the most incredible landscapes in the world cannot be beaten, and it has never been easier to take a walking holiday abroad. There are simply too many sights to see in a lifetime, from the wildlife filled forests of Nova Scotia to the jaw dropping escarpments of the Ethiopian Highlands, to delay organising your next hiking holiday. Its time to dust off your walking boots!

Those wishing to really explore the great wildernesses of the world have plenty to choose from, and there is no better way to immerse yourself in a region, seeing the landscape from the most natural and most seldom seen angle than when on foot. The memories from an exotic walking holiday abroad will stay with you forever in detail, from the flora and fauna beneath your feet to the amazing wildlife which share your walking trails, the friends with whom share the journey to the awe-inspiring views that open up around you.



Top Five Exotic Walking Holiday Destinations

Walking Holidays in British ColumbiaWalking Holidays in British Columbia
The endless wildernesses of British Columbia, Canada, are a marvel to behold. Soaring peaks, glass like lakes and thick forests are home to an amazing variety of wildlife, and accessible on foot from May until October.

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Walking Holidays in South AfricaWalking Holidays in South Africa
The dramatic Drakensberg Mountains, plains of Kwa-Zulu Natal and the meadows or the Garden Route are just a sample of the many extraordinary landscapes to explore on foot in South Africa, and the game viewing is second to none.

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Walking Holidays in Costa RicaWalking Holidays in Costa Rica
With some of the most astonishing landscapes in the world, with cloud forests, mangrove swamps and volcanoes in amazingly close proximity, hiking holidays in Costa Rica are an absolutely fascinating and a complete joy to boot.

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Walking Holidays in New ZealandWalking Holidays in New Zealand
Mountain walking holidays abroad are what New Zealand does best. The simply breathtaking views of the southern Fjordland and the Southern Alps are enough to make even the most seasoned mountaineers gasp.

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Himalayas Walking Holidays in IndiaHimalayas Walking Holidays in India
Himalayas walking holidays are the pinnacle of walking holidays abroad. The Indian Himalayas are some of the most pristine walking regions you can find, providing absolutely unforgettable walking holidays abroad.

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Although no experience is necessary in order to explore the world's last remaining untouched wilds, you will certainly need to be fit, healthy and prepared before embarking on an exotic walking holiday abroad. Having a private, cosy and spacious base for your hiking holiday is absolutely priceless, especially for those embarking on a mountain walking holiday. As many of you will know, having somewhere warm and cosy to relax with a drink in the evening and having the space to dry your walking gear and study maps is essential for anyone preparing a strenuous hike in the morning.

Self guided walking holidays are an absolute joy, and those that have taken guided hiking holidays in the past will know that the ability to walk at your own pace, decide your own route and change your mind as and when you see fit changes the whole experience; for the better. On a self guided walking holiday, relaxation is almost guaranteed. There are some hiking trails where local knowledge is exceedingly advantageous, for example on Himalayas walking holiday, but local guides are easily found privately. Holiday home owners in top walking destinations may be able to arrange local guides for you.

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North America , USA , Florida , Disney / Orlando , Davenport Area , Lake Davenport Estates
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Coastal Accommodations - Beach, Heated Pool, Ocean View! $825/wk 11/1-12/20!
North America , USA , California , Orange County , Dana Point
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Clearwater Beach Florida Pelican Pointe Resort Condo Hotel
North America , USA , Florida , Florida Central Gulf Coast , Clearwater Area , Clearwater Beach
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Waterfront Vacation Rental Condo Redington Shores Beach Florida
North America , USA , Florida , Florida Central Gulf Coast , Redington Shores
Newly Remodelled, 4th Floor Waterview, 2 Bed/2 Bath Condo located on the Intracoastal Waterway across the street from Redington Shores Beach. Beautifully Decorated Condo has 1250 sq. ft. with Views of the Intracoastal Waterway & Nature Preserve fr... [full details of property 425904]

Gulf View Unit #101! Gulf Gate Resort St. Petersburg Florida!
North America , USA , Florida , Florida Central Gulf Coast , St Petersburg Area , St Pete Beach
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