Peru’s Machu Picchu is on your bucket list but you’re not keen on the crowds walking the Inca Trail to get there. The solution? Tackle the more remote – and exciting – Inca Rivers Trek. There are no crowds, you will traverse spectacular mountain terrain, and you’ll get the chance to explore one of Peru’s ancient secrets: Choquequirao.

Take a slow ride down this ancient river in a kayak.

Three female alpine-addicts pull together a motley crew of adventurers to tackle a bespoke version of New Zealand’s historic Symphony on Skis ski-mountaineering route traversing the South Island.

Take a slow ride down this ancient river in a kayak.

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has extended the popular Thredbo Valley Track with a further 18.4 kilometres of new track on offer for visiting riders. This now extends Thredbo Valley Track to a total distance of 35.1km, with the original upper part of the track offering a mix of easy sections, and the new extension ramping up the challenge for more experienced riders.

The summer break is nearly here, giving the Aus Geo ADVENTURE team the perfect excuse to reveal some of our favourite NSW escapes.

This powerful source of outdoor illumination is is packed with the latest tech in a lightweight package.

This full-leather hiking boot from Kathmandu combines robust manufacturing with comfort for foot-borne exploration in all conditions.

The North Face Tekno Ridge Pullover Hoodie offers all-season warmth and protection for outdoor adventures.

I was about six hours into a very long gravel ride, on board a borrowed bike, with an old friend, when it really clicked for me. In twenty years of cycling, I’d never had an experience that blended challenge, banter, adventure and relaxation as perfectly as this ride.

Adventure fitness expert Joe Bonington explains the importance –and the hows and whys – of the correct training needed to ensure you’re fit for your next challenge.

So you want to try one of the oldest water-borne activities but don’t know one end of a canoe from the other? We talk to canoe expert Travis Frenay to find out where to start.