A lot of people would love to have a go at sky diving or bungee jumping, but never quite get around to doing it. Making a gift of one of these experiences is a great way to spur someone into finally taking the plunge. A tandem sky dive, in which the receiver of the gift is attached to an instructor with a harness, is a great gift, allowing the person to feel the full blast of adrenaline without having to worry about the technical side. The experience plus video recording of the journey can usually be had for around $300 at the time of publication.
Many a man still holds onto boyhood fantasies of driving some powerful vehicle: a fighter plane, race car, steam train or tank. Day-long activities are available from a number of companies, with the choice to learn how to pilot the vehicle or ride along as a passenger. The creme de la creme of these might well be the adventure of taking part in a simulated dog fight, flying real fighter planes alongside an instructor. It doesn't come cheap though, with a $1,400 price tag at the time of publication.
For nature lovers, there's nothing quite like getting up close and personal with nature's noble beasts. But being part of a large group can scare away some animals or cause others to behave unnaturally. Having a personal guide lead just one or two of you into the wilderness to watch animals in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience. An encounter with wolves or bears can be had at around $130 at the time of publication.
Though perhaps not as adrenaline filled as some adventure gifts, for many people, a gastronomic journey is an adventure indeed. Try sipping every one of the finest wines available, learn gourmet cooking skills under the tutelage of a Michelin-starred chef, or take a dinner cruise under the stars. A gourmet cooking course for two, taking up half a day, will set you back by $240 (at the time of publication) while a wine-tasting tour will go for around $100.
