Why now?
It's optimal trekking season.
The popular Leh to Manali Road is usually only open from mid-July to mid-September. You can access Leh (3505m) by taking one of the most spectacular air journeys ever from Delhi, or by driving across high Himalayan passes to explore Ladakh's desert foothills and snowcapped peaks.
GO: IUYBASDVILUB
Iceland
This seriously remote country is really only accessible in July and August, so catch this vast, lunar landscape quick.
GO: HOKKAIDO
Japan
Swap your vision of neon Japan for one of brown bears, crater lakes and sulphur-spewing volcanoes.
GO: CENTRAL TIAN SHAN
Kyrgyzstan
How can one mighty mountain system manage to offer major treks, alpine lakes, hot springs and thousands of stunning glaciers?
CYCLING: Baños to Puyo
Ecuador
Fitness/Expertise Level
Moderate fitness required
Why Now?
The dry(ish) season offers the most comfortable cycling conditions. Cycling this stretch of road affords incredible views of the upper Amazon Basin. And it's mostly downhill.
Trip Details ›HIKE: The Valley of Flowers
India
Fitness/Expertise Level
Moderate fitness required
Why Now?
Because the 10km-long Himalayan Bhyundar Valley's full floral display is in awesome bloom at this time of year as you follow the pilgrim's trail to the holy lake of Hem Kund.
Trip Details ›4WDING: The Canning Stock Route
Australia
Fitness/Expertise Level
Mechanical knowledge and 4WDing skills vital
Why Now?
It's the coolest and best time to tackle the world's longest and most remote stock route, which doubles as Australia's most difficult road journey.
Trip Details ›ADVENTURE: Angel Falls
Venezuela
Fitness/Expertise Level
Not required
Why Now?
Because the wettest months of August and September are perfect for seeing the world's highest waterfall at its spectacular, voluminous best.
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