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Airbnb Adventures Explained [Plus How To Book, Examples]
Airbnb Adventures
Airbnb Adventures are all-inclusive, multi-day activities led by local guides.
The Adventures program allows travelers to explore destinations in a relaxed, stress-free way, through the perspective of a host with roots in the community. In Airbnb’s words, “all you have to do is show up”.
In this guide, we’ll cover what travelers should know about Airbnb Adventures.
I’ll explain how the Adventures program works, provide examples of 20 popular adventures you can join, show you to sign up/book an adventure (step-by-step), and explain how to get help with a booking.
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How Airbnb Adventures Work
Airbnb “Adventures” is an extension of the Airbnb “Experiences” program. Airbnb launched Experiences in 2016, then launched Adventures in 2019. The key difference between the two programs is the duration of activities included. Experiences range from 1 hour to a full day, while Adventures last from 2 to 10 days. Adventures also typically cost more - from $79 on the low end, to a few thousand on the high end. To learn more about Airbnb Experiences, click here.
While many adventures are high-energy, physical activities (like bushwalking, scuba diving and climbing), others can be quite relaxed (like yoga retreats, culinary experiences and sailing). Each adventure includes an “intensity level” (light, moderate, strenuous, extreme) indicating how physically intense that particular adventure is. To learn about the four intensity levels, click here. To watch Airbnb’s Adventures promo video, click here.
Adventures are all-inclusive (including lodging, meals and transportation). This means everything, from pick-up to drop-off, is included in your total booking cost (not including your flight to the destination). According to Airbnb, all guests “have to do is show up”. Still, be sure to read the listing’s key information prior to booking (I'll show you how below).
There are certain qualifications that a host must meet in order to host an “adventure”. These include: local regulatory certifications, relevant employment history and connection to the community they’ll operate in. Each host then establishes a multi-day itinerary that provides guests with an adventure they couldn’t easily undertake themselves (which will make it somewhat unique). To read the host requirements, click here.
According to Airbnb, their company aims to partner with small, locally-based organizations when possible. While some itineraries are fairly standard for a region (hiking the Himalayas, diving in Mexico), many are unique to Airbnb (you won’t find them elsewhere).
Airbnb partnered with the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) to help regulate and ensure safety protocols for activities in the Adventure program. To learn more about this partnership (including common questions regarding safety measures), click here.
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20 Popular Airbnb Adventures (Including Examples)
Adventures range in category, duration and price.
As of 2024, there are 5 categories - culinary, active, cultural, animals and boating. With hundreds of these adventures to choose from, a few have emerged as particularly popular amongst travelers. These tend to be beginner-friendly (not overly strenuous), have friendly hosts and are relatively affordable.
Here are 20 popular Airbnb Adventures (with examples):
Nature Trek (Vietnam)
Farm Stay (Thailand)
Yachting (Turkey)
Jungle Retreat (Indonesia)
Culinary Experience (Morocco)
Desert Safari (Dubai, UAE)
Surf Retreat (United Kingdom)
Hiking (Morocco)
Camping (Indonesia)
Horseback Riding (Spain)
Scuba Diving (Mexico)
Canyoning (Costa Rica)
Sailing (South Africa)
Rainforest Trip (Puerto Rico)
Bushwalking (Kenya)
Fishing Trip (Canada)
Cultural Immersion (Cuba)
Conservation (Costa Rica)
Yoga Retreat (United Kingdom)
Mountain Climbing (Peru)
You can also find travel blogs that have reviewed specific adventures. The most well-known adventure, to date, is probably the “Around The World In 80 Days” trip, which was introduced with the launch of the program. To read about that trip, click here. To browse all of Airbnb’s Adventures, click here.
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How To Sign Up For An Adventure
First, go to airbnb.com/adventures.
Enter your destination and dates in the search bar at the top, then click “Search”.
The next page displays your search results and an interactive map. If you have any preferences, use the search filters (Price, Language offered, Time of day, Accessibility features, Trip duration, Activity level, etc.). To learn more about the four activity levels (also called intensity levels), click here.
After finding an Airbnb Adventure that interests you, read the listing’s key information, including the trip duration, what language your host can/will speak, the itinerary, your host’s bio, and recent guest reviews. Also read the “things to know” section, including the cancellation policy, guest requirements (including age requirements) and what to bring.
If you’re satisfied with what’s offered, click “Choose” beside the date and time slot that fits your schedule. On the payment page, confirm the information once more, then click “Confirm and pay” at the bottom.
For a full guide to paying on Airbnb, click here.
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Help/Support With An Airbnb Adventure
Airbnb doesn’t provide a designated help phone number for users to call regarding an Airbnb Adventure (from my research and experience). If you need help/support with an Adventure you’ve booked, contact Airbnb through its Help Center. For the complete guide to contacting Airbnb, click here.
For the Adventures program’s cancellation policy, click here. To read about the full host requirements and standards, click here.
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Conclusion
Hopefully you found this guide helpful.
If you have the time and budget, Airbnb Adventures can be a spectacular way to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience, without having to stress over any logistics. Booking an Adventure can be a great gift to yourself or a loved one. To learn more about Airbnb, explore our other guides below.
Enjoy your travels!
Learn More About Airbnb
Introduction To Airbnb
Understand Your Options
Airbnb vs. Hotels Comparison [Atmosphere, Price, Safety, Amenities]
Airbnb vs. VRBO, HomeAway, FlipKey, TurnKey, OVO [Comparison]
Get Started With Airbnb
Know Before You Go
Specific Types Of Bookings
How To Find An Airbnb With A Specific Feature [Or Unique Stay]
How To Find An Airbnb That Allows Pets [Airbnb’s Pet Policy]
How To Find An Airbnb With A Pool, Hot Tub Or Jacuzzi [Step-By-Step]
Can You Throw A Party In An Airbnb Rental? [Party Policy Explained]
Cancellations, Refunds And Changes
Airbnb’s Other Listing Categories
Airbnb’s Other Features
Help With Your Account
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