How to Make 2026 Your Year of Adventure: Destinations for Women to Explore in 2026

Looking for a New Year’s goal that truly means something? You’re in the right place if you are looking for an inspiring New Year's resolution

Instead of another goal to check off a list, consider an adventure that will create new memories.  A thoughtfully guided adventure with a supportive group of women gives you the chance to step away from routine, spend time outdoors, and try something new without having to plan or figure everything out yourself.

At AdventurUs, we create welcoming and well-curated adventure trips designed to feel comfortable, achievable, and deeply rewarding, even for women who have never considered themselves adventurous.

Below, you will find some of the most inspiring adventure destinations women can explore in 2026, each one designed to help her feel supported, confident, and excited from the very first day.

Why Adventure Destinations Make the Perfect New Years Resolution

Adventure doesn’t have to mean pushing limits or climbing mountains. For many women, adventure simply means doing something new with the reassurance that everything is taken care of.

That’s why adventure travel for women has grown so quickly. These trips combine:

  • Guided experiences, so no one feels lost or overwhelmed

  • Small groups, so it never feels crowded or rushed

  • Clear itineraries, so women know what to expect

  • Supportive environments, where it’s okay to go at your own pace

Our adventure trips offer something rare: anticipation, joy, confidence, and memories that last long after the trip ends.

A collage of images from the Women’s Adventure Camp in Bend.

Bend, Oregon: Women’s Adventure Camp 2026

If you’re looking for an adventure destination that feels friendly, flexible, and welcoming, Bend, Oregon, is a wonderful place to start.

The Women’s Adventure Camp in Bend is often described as an adult summer camp, but without the pressure. Each day offers a variety of outdoor activities like hiking, biking, paddling, or yoga, and women get to choose what feels right for them.

This is adventure travel for women who want options, not obligations.

When: 4 Days | June 4-7, 2026

Where: Bend, Oregon

Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Kayaking, SUP, Yoga, Navigation, Rock Climbing, Caving, Outdoor Skills Workshops, and more

Lodging: LOGE Camp, our favorite boutique hotel basecamp!

Some women come to try something new. Others come to rest, reset, and enjoy nature. There’s no expectation to do everything, just an invitation to participate in whatever feels good.

For someone new to outdoor vacations, this is an ideal gift. It’s supportive, well-organized, and full of gentle encouragement rather than intensity.

Portugal: Alentejo & Algarve Women’s Adventure

Portugal’s Alentejo and Algarve regions offer a softer, more relaxed kind of outdoor adventure, perfect for women who love movement, culture, and beautiful landscapes.

This woman’s adventure blends walking, light hiking, e-biking, coastal exploration, food, and local experiences. Days are active but not exhausting, and the pace allows plenty of time to enjoy meals, scenery, and conversation.

When: 12 Days | April 10-21, 2026 

Where: Alentejo & Algarve, Portugal

Activities: Hiking, e-Biking, Kayaking, Cooking Class, Winery/Farm Tour, Poolside lounging

Group Size: 6-8 people

For women who may not consider themselves “adventurous,” this kind of trip often changes everything. It shows that adventure tours for women can be gentle, joyful, and deeply enriching. This trip also makes a great “girls’ trip” for a group of friends who want to travel together but don't want to worry about any of the logistics.

A collage of images from New Zealand's South Island trip organised by AdventurUs.

Camino Primitivo: A Women’s Multisport Pilgrimage

Some adventure destinations offer more than scenery; they offer space to reflect.

The Camino Primitivo multisport pilgrimage combines walking, horseback riding, e-biking, and quiet moments of reflection along one of Spain’s most historic routes. This trip is designed for women who want movement with meaning, and community without pressure.

The days are structured, the pace is manageable, and support is always available. Women walk or ride together, share meals, and end each day feeling accomplished, without feeling pushed.

When: 11 Days / 10 Nights | May 3-13, 2026

Where: Oviedo, Spain

Activities: Hiking, horseback riding, & e-biking

Group Size: 4-8 people

This is adventure travel for women who want time to think, breathe, and reconnect with themselves while still enjoying the beauty of being outdoors.

As a trip, it’s deeply personal. It says, “Take time for yourself. You deserve it.”

Why Guided Adventure Tours for Women Matter

One of the biggest reasons women hesitate to book outdoor vacations is planning fatigue. Where to go. What to pack. How difficult it will be. Whether they’ll fit in.

Adventure tours for women remove those questions.

Guided Trips Offer:

  • Clear daily plans

  • Professional leaders who explain everything

  • Small groups where no one feels invisible

  • Flexibility for different comfort levels

  • A sense of safety and reassurance

This structure is especially helpful for women who are homemakers, caregivers, or anyone who rarely gets time that’s just for them. When everything is taken care of, it becomes easier to say yes.

A Different Kind of “Goal” 

Adventure destinations offer more than travel. They offer confidence, clarity, and connection.

In 2026, choosing adventure travel as a goal means giving someone the chance to explore the outdoors, meet like-minded women, and step into something new, without having to figure it all out alone.

Whether it’s Oregon, Portugal, New Zealand, or Spain, these adventure tours for women are reminders that adventure doesn’t belong to a certain type of person. It belongs to anyone willing to try.

And sometimes, the best gift you can give yourself is simply the opportunity to say yes. Explore our AdventureUs Trips for 2026 and select an adventure to make your 2026 one to remember! 

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