6 Fun Family-Friendly Hiking and Biking Trips In Asia To Take Now
Family-Friendly Adventures In Asia
Embarking on outdoor adventures is a fantastic way for families to bond while enjoying nature. Whether you’re hiking through lush forests or biking along scenic trails, these activities offer both exercise and exploration. We’ve curated a list of six family-friendly hiking and biking trips that cater to all ages and skill levels. Each destination promises breathtaking views, fun challenges, and memorable experiences for the whole family. Grab your gear and get ready to create lasting memories on the trails!
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See Local Life In India
Whisk your family out of the modern world and into the peaceful Himalayan countryside of India for rural walks that reveal the culture and a local way of life. Accompanied by local porters and guides, you and your brood can amble through the unspoiled villages and lush fields of the Kumaon region in the north of India, watching farmers harrow their fields with oxen, women plant chilies, and friends gossiping over a cup of ‘chai’ with the Great Himalayan ranges in the background. Stops can be made at local schools, temples, and markets along the way. At night, rest your weary legs in a luxury lodge or your own private local home that has been revamped for comfort and a dash of authenticity.
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Explore Tropical Nature In Peru
If you’ve got some budding Tarzan’s or Jane’s on your hands, treat them to a jungle experience in Peru. Manu National Park is a 40-minute plane ride from Cusco where flora and fauna are stunning, the lakes and rivers are beautiful, and the variety of hikes and activities is plenty. Spend your days journeying deep into the forest to mingle with 13 species of monkeys, giant otters, spectacled bears, toucans, and anteaters. When your kids get sick of stomping, mix things up with rafting, zip-lining, and boating. Sleep in lodges within the National Park for the ultimate back-to-nature vibe.
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Walk A Tree Canopy In Borneo
Borneo is a brilliant choice for families who want to immerse themselves in nature….and are unafraid of heights! The Tree Top Canopy Walkway in Borneo is suspended 30 meters above the ground, and you hike along boardwalks while surrounded by lush rainforest. Excursions take place with a guide who’s more than happy to point out bizarre plants, unique birds and hairy millipedes to nature-loving little ones. If the river is at the right level, you can give your legs a break and float downstream on a giant rubber tire. Borneo Rainforest Lodge is a lovely jungle escape, and they know exactly how to do a winning foot massage.
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Speed Through Sri Lanka
For a gentle way to see Sri Lanka while upping your fitness levels, opt for a bike ride. Start early in the morning at Wijaya Beach and take in Galle’s winding backroads which offer views of tea plantations, electric blue kingfishers, big buffalo, village life, temples, coconuts, and friendly smiles. Wheel your way through the countryside, passing through verdant paddy valleys, continuing along the north-west shoreline of Koggala Lake where you can stop at the wonderfully decadent Kahanda Kanda hotel for lunch (only suitable for children aged 12+). Afterward, ride to the beach for a relaxing swim or post-cycle snooze.
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Witness Myanmar On Two Wheels
Serene, spiritual and secluded, Inle Lake is one of Myanmar’s many must-sees. And the best way to do it is by bike, so you can explore the surrounding marshes, floating gardens, stilt-house villages and temples on a schedule that suits you. Days can be spent discovering different routes; departing from the lake you can head straight onto forest tracks that are submerged within flowerbeds, visit the Red Mountain Vineyard, the Shwe Yan Pyay monastery or the Htet Cave. Or you can follow the Inle Lake Loop which involves getting a longboat to Khaung Daing where you can indulge in the hot springs and replenish with a bowl of Shan-style noodles for lunch.
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