Looking for a little adventure? What about an extreme adventure? Wheelchair traveling adventures are 100% possible, so let’s find something that works for your interests and abilities. What’s out there? How did other wheelchair travelers do it? Explore what adventures you can do here.
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Cozumel, Mexico: Adapted Scuba Diving
Peaceful, serene, otherworldly. You know, all those cliche terms people throw around about scuba diving. They are all true and
Thailand Holiday Travel Guide + Tips
I’m a 46-year-old Danish man with a spinal cord injury who lives in Thailand for about six months per year.
Fly a Glider Plane with Hand-Controls
The San Gabriel Mountains in the Mojave Desert of Southern California have nearly perfect conditions for flying a glider plane,
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Most Wheelchair Accessible India Temples
India is a land of diverse spiritual traditions and is home to some of the most beautiful and ancient temples
Adaptive Equipment for Accessible Camping
Camping offers a wonderful way to connect with nature, relax, and enjoy the great outdoors. For wheelchair users, adaptive equipment
Inclusive Cycling International
Inclusive Cycling International is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing adapted cycling to the world. Since 2016, Inclusive Cycling International has
Teton Adaptive Sports: Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Teton Adaptive is a nonprofit organization focused on adaptive outdoor recreation located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming not far from the
Vumbua Africa Safari Tours
Vumbua means “Discover” in Swahili, and at Vumbua Africa, we welcome you to discover the cultures, beauty, and diversity of
USA Adaptive Horseback Riding
Adaptive horseback riding offers individuals with disabilities, including those who use wheelchairs, the opportunity to engage in therapeutic and recreational
Chaco Culture National Historical Park, New Mexico
Deep in the heart of the American Southwest, in the beautiful state of New Mexico, wheelchair travelers are able to
Valparaíso, Chile Wheelchair Holiday
In 2018, we traveled to Valparaíso, Chile, a lovely ocean-side city, to celebrate Christmas and New Years with our
Wave-Ability: Israel Adapted Surfing
Wave-Ability in Israel was established out of the belief that surfing and activity in the water allows a person with
Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite National Park in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains of California is one of the most popular attractions in
New Zealand Adventure Story
Overwhelmed by New Zealand; the beauty, the grandeur, the force, and its rejuvenation. I am overwhelmed by the souls
Mexico Ancient Sites + Wheelchair Travel
Mexico is rich with ancient sites that offer a glimpse into its historical and cultural heritage. While some popular sites
Nepal Accessible Trail Trekking
For such a long time, it has not been possible for people who have a physical disability to trek on
New Zealand Unexpected Adventure of Survival
“Yep, I’m alive. Check. Not bleeding. Check. Nothing seems to be broken. Check. I’m fine,” I said to myself.
North Lake Tahoe Places to Stay
North Lake Tahoe, with its serene alpine landscape and charming mountain towns, offers a perfect getaway for those looking to
Alaska Wheelchair Travel Tips
Alaska is more stunning in person than imagined, and is a top wheelchair travel destination. The easiest and most wheelchair-friendly
Azores for All Tour
Azores for All is an accessible tour company servicing wheelchair travelers visiting the Azores Islands of Portugal. Ponta Delgada in
Sudan Wheelchair Travel Tips
Sudan, with its rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes, offers a unique travel experience. However, the country’s infrastructure presents
San Diego, California: Adaptive + Recreational Sailing
Challenged Sailors San Diego in California provides therapeutic and recreational adaptive sailing opportunities for people with disabilities to enhance their
Japan: Accessible Travel Guide Overview
On my Japan wheelchair travel adventure, I spent most of my time in Tokyo, which is broken up into over
Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
In Colorado, the Rocky Mountain National Park is a hiker’s paradise with over 50-day hikes and many opportunities for multiple-day backpacking
Vietnam: What to Expect & Travel Tips
I choose to travel to Vietnam on a whim. I wanted to go to Southeast Asia and I had heard
Québec, Canada Snowmobiling Tour
A snowmobiling holiday tour with Artic Adventure is usually seven days, six nights with four days of snowmobiling guaranteed in
Arizona, Antelope Canyon: Access the Inaccessible
Note: This park states that its indefinitely closed, but this is a great story about a wheelchair hiker hiking a
Arizona: Horse Riding Ranch
Located in northwest Arizona, just 2 1/2 hours from Las Vegas, Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch is a wheelchair accessible desert
Krankin’ thru China
Krankin’ thru China was established in 2013 by two Americans and their Chinese friend in an effort to enhance physical
Latin America for All Accessible Tourism
Latin America for All is a tour operator that offers accessible tours through the GALAPAGOS ISLANDS, Highlands and Amazon of
Morocco, Africa Travel + Accessibility
Welcome to Morocco! Only 9 miles from the European coastline, leaving by plane or ferry you are instantly in a
Ecuador: Accessability in South America
Locals have an abundance of Mother Nature’s candy and medicine at their fingertips. For many life is very simple and
Cozumel, Mexico: Adapted Scuba Diving
Peaceful, serene, otherworldly. You know, all those cliche terms people throw around about scuba diving. They are all true and
Exotic Trip to Cozumel, Mexico to Scuba Dive
As a world-class scuba diving destination, Cozumel, Mexico is an obvious travel destination for divers. However, with its breathtaking beaches,
Juneau, Alaska Travel Tips
Having relocated from the East Coast to California, we were planning our first holiday and considering options like Hawaii, Vegas,
Alaska: Anchorage and Denali Adventure by Wheelchair
Leaving Juneau After checking out, we decided to get a brunch at our now favorite place in Juneau, Alaska, The Sandpiper
Rafting the Colorado River with a Wheelchair
Kegan Reilly, a 33-year-old rafter and paraplegic, and I lean back-to-back against each other, shivering. Even with wetsuits, this is
Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah Guide + Tips
Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah offers a series of viewpoints of the canyon, some with short walkways that are
Freedom Sailing International
Freedom Sailing International is a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, whose mission is to design, build and operate the first
Nepal Travel Accessibility Review
I had a familiarization tour of Nepal organized by Four Season Travel and Tours of Kathmandu with my wheelchair. Major
Amazon + Galapagos Tour in Ecuador
Ecuadorians are a mix of native and Spanish people, which they call themselves “mestizo.” The mestizo are a kind and
Unexpected Thrills of Ecuador Travel
It was our first day out of Quito and into real Ecuador. We were staying at an accessible hostel on
Israel Travel: Attractions, Tours + Transportation
Millions of tourists visit Israel these days and among them there are a lot of people with limited mobility. The
Prague, Czech Republic: Visiting + Touring
Bezbatour is the only travel agency in the Czech Republic focused on accessible traveling. We offer our services to everybody
Sicily, Italy Adventure by Wheelchair
Traveling has always been a big part of my life. So it is no wonder, that after leaving the hospital
Interview: Surfer Christiann Otter Baily
Christiann Otter Baily has a spinal cord injury (L3, L4) from a skateboarding accident in 2006 and does what he
Interview: Wheelchair Pilot
Young, a senior engineer on the L10n team, attended a 6-week flight training program with a full scholarship at the
Washington: Zip-Lining at the Columbia Gorge
As a child, one of my favorite things to do in the whole wide world was to climb trees and
California: Skydiving without My Wheelchair
“Can you skydive three people who are paralyzed today?” inquired my friend Charlene Vine to Bill Dause, the owner
Egypt Tour: Cairo + Alexandria
Egypt holds a unique position among the world’s civilizations, often referred to as “The Motherland of the World,” “Land of
Glacier Bay, British Columbia Sea Adventure
It’s always a bit risky taking a journey to a remote destination where accessibility may be in question. But seven
AccessSurf Hawaii
AccessSurf is a non-profit organization in Hawaii that offers therapeutic adaptive aquatic instruction to individuals, families and wounded military personnel.
Tour Ladakh, India with a Wheelchair
Travel to India with Himalaya on Wheel
Welcome to Ladakh, India! Barren majestic mountains reach out to the sky entwinedChina Travel Barriers + Possibilities
An image of a wheelchair engraved on a stone dated as early as 5000 years ago was found in China
China Vacation Accessibility Tips
I would like to share some of my wheelchair experiences while on vacation in China with my wife. First, let
South Africa Safari Tour
In South Africa, Epic Enabled offers an exciting 8-day (7 nights) wheelchair accessible safari through Kruger National Park with a
Swiss Alps, Switzerland Adventure
Four parts of the Swiss Alps exist within Switzerland: Schweizer Alpen (German), Alpes suisses (French), Alpi svizzere (Italian) and Alps
Disabled Hunting in the United States of America
I’ve had the opportunity to go on a lot of group hunts all over the United States and become friends with
Thailand Holiday Travel Guide + Tips
I’m a 46-year-old Danish man with a spinal cord injury who lives in Thailand for about six months per year.
Access to Zip-Lining by Yosemite National Park
A light rain was falling. “Most people that do zip-lining are trying to get over their fear of heights” Tamie
Ephesus, Turkey Travel Access Review
This visit was part of a ten-day, three-stop, tourist trip to Turkey in April of 2014. I had been to
Istanbul, Turkey Accessible Travel (Review #2)
I think Istanbul is a must-see world destination. The layers of religions, empires, architecture, and beautiful water views, along with
Istanbul, Turkey Accessible Travel (Review #1)
Planning Recently I travelled to Istanbul Turkey for vacation. Before we left I searched the web for information on the
Palm Springs & Palm Desert Travel Guide
Two hours south of Los Angeles and a day trip away from Joshua Tree National Park in the Mojave Desert
Fly a Glider Plane with Hand-Controls
The San Gabriel Mountains in the Mojave Desert of Southern California have nearly perfect conditions for flying a glider plane,
Havana, Cuba Travel Adventure
While there are still restrictions to go anywhere in Cuba, even Havana, it is easier to get there than it
GoAfrica Safaris Tour
Together we at GoAfrica Safaris have over 30 years of experience in the tourism and hospitality industry. It has been
California: Bay Area Association of Disabled Sailors
The Bay Area Association of Disabled Sailors (BAADS) strives to make all aspects of sailing accessible. To fulfill this mission, we
Austria Adaptive Outdoor Activities
The name Freizeit-PSO stands for “Freizeit Para Special Outdoor Sports” because we want to approach people that are physically and
Travel New Zealand by Wheelchair
New Zealand is a haven for those seeking peace, rejuvenation, and relaxation as well as a playground for thrill seekers
Iowa: Go-Karts with Hand-Controls
Experience real head-to-head racing at Pole Position Raceway and discover why indoor karting is the fastest-growing sport in the United
Interview: Disabled Hunter + Outdoorsman
Chad is a hunter and outdoor journalist who has always had a great love for adventure. He knows his boundaries
USA and Canada Accessible Snow Skiing
The following is a growing list of adapted snow skiing companies in both the United States and Canada that make
Egypt Accessible Adapted Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is the best way to experience the underwater world. Someone who is a paraplegic or uses a wheelchair
Iceland: Accessible Travel Tips
When arriving at the Keflavik Airport (about 50 km or 31 mi from Reykjavik) the surroundings may seem like you
A Quad’s Cross Country Trip
Russell, a quadriplegic, and his wife, Darlene, make a trip across the United States. I first must tell you my
Sail the Sea + Adaptive Sailing
Have you ever felt like being in a wheelchair was limiting your choice of holidays? Have you ever wanted to
Tasmania Travel Tips
With its distinction as the world’s most rugged island, Tasmania is not exactly the place you would put first on
Valley Adaptive Sports (VAS)
Valley Adaptive Sports’ is a non-profit organization that aims to support and develop recreation opportunities for people with disabilities in
No Barriers USA
No Barriers is a registered 501(c) that works to empowers people of all walks of life and abilities to overcome obstacles,
The Caribbean: Visiting Barbados by Wheelchair
Barbados has a physical challenge. We’ll call it, “Location, location, location.” It is unique among the Caribbean Islands as a
New Zealand Vision Impaired Biking Tour
Aotearoa, New Zealand was the chosen location for a tandem biking adventure for a group of three blind and vision-impaired
South Africa Adventure
There is so much to see in this beautiful country of Africa. One summer is surely not enough. My trip
Africa Safari Hunting Tour with a Wheelchair
One of the first things staring me in the face when I found out I was going to Namibia was
Vietnam Accessible
Vietnam Accessible by Asianwaytravel.com offers tours, transports, and other assistance for visitors with disabilities and their companions.