Ready to get away from it all but don’t want to just lie on the beach? Adventure retreats combine the excitement of travel with the luxury of workshops for the mind, body, and soul. Here are 5 getaways that keep your body moving.

1. Health HabiTravels
For the action-loving you, Health HabiTravels offers thrilling adventures that keep you moving all day. From trekking through the jungle to zip-lining through rainforests, you’ll have the opportunity to choose how much or little you want to do. Stretch your limbs and muscles after an action-packed day with Pilates, yoga, or luxury spa treatments. This wide-ranging adventure will help keep your body strong, your chi flowing freely, and your mind clear and present. It’s time to start digging for your action gear. For more information call visit www.healthhabitravels.com.

2. Adventure Yoga Retreats
Calling all yogis—here’s a great way to incorporate yoga into your travel lifestyle. Adventure Yoga Retreats includes daily yoga sessions in far-flung adventures around the globe. Past retreats have taken travelers surfing in Costa Rica and snowboarding down Mammoth Mountain in California. As if the trip itself isn’t enough, AYR provides first class accommodation, expert instructors, healthy meals, and soothing massages. For the experience of a lifetime, check out www.ayretreats.com, or call (310) 455-6681.

3. A Woman’s Way
For women who want to both challenge and nurture themselves, A Woman’s Way organizes outdoor retreats that help lead to a new and better you. Whether it’s trekking through spectacular ruins in Peru or embracing the rolling countryside of Colorado, learn how to turn your travels into a spiritual rediscovery of yourself. For more information, visit www.awomansway.com.

4. Body and Soul Adventures
A first-class adventure, fitness, and detox retreat, Body and Soul Adventures is located in the coastal mountains near Paraty, Rio de Janeiro. Nurture your spirit with sea kayaking and yoga, and invigorate your body with healing massages and nutritious meals. To learn more, visit www.bodysouladventures.com.

5. WildQuest
Ever wanted to swim with dolphins? WildQuest offers getaways that put you face-to-face with dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. You’ll get a once in a lifetime opportunity to swim with wild dolphins in the Bahamas and experience firsthand what makes these creatures so universally loved. Bathe in warm waters and deepen your relationship with yourself and the Earth. For more information, visit www.wildquest.com.

~Christine Chan

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