Activities to Try When Traveling that are Perfect for the Whole Family

Traveling as a family is an experience that you’ll remember for the rest of your life. And if you plan adventures everyone will enjoy, it ensures you’ll remember the holiday for the right reasons.

It can be difficult to please everyone but don’t despair. Talk about what you’d like to do, take all opinions on board, and when in doubt, read this list of suggestions to get some inspiration for your trip. Here are four activities which are perfect for the whole family.

Safari

If you’re a family of animal lovers, then it doesn’t get better than a safari. Children and adults alike will be wide-eyed at the sight of wild creatures like big cats, elephants, and wildebeest roaming around their natural habitat, and the local guide’s expertise will come in handy when you all want to find out more.

For the best experience (and to avoid arguments!) make sure everyone has their own pair of binoculars.

Cooking classes

Cooking classes are an excellent, interactive way to introduce children to a new cuisine and a new culture. You’ll start with simple dishes and learn all the basics, so whether you’re making Neapolitan pizza in Italy or sushi in Japan, the whole family can get stuck in and create something delicious.

You’ll love that they can help out in the kitchen when you get home, and they’ll love that they get to eat all the food they make.

Most cities will have a cookery school or two, and locals often open up their homes, offering classes and traditional food. Not sure where to go? 1Cover’s list of 20 Foods Worth Travelling For will give you some inspiration.

Hiking

There are a lot of beautiful places to explore around the world, and sometimes it’s best to go back to basics and see them on foot. You can make your walks as chilled out or as adventurous as you like, depending on your family’s ages, preferences, and experience levels — why not look for a local activity trail to get the most out of your sightseeing (and keep kids occupied)?

Whether you want a gentle stroll or an intense hike, pack up your rucksacks and head out to see some of the most stunning scenery Mother Nature has to offer.

Boat trips

Your feet can only take you so far — enter the boat trip. Boat trips are a fantastic way of exploring the coastline and seeing natural phenomena like waterfalls up close, and you’ll win extra parent points if you spot wildlife like dolphins or seals. (Find out the best places around the world to spot dolphins here.)

You might even get to board a glass-bottomed boat in places where the waters are clear, which means you can see all sorts of marine life swimming beneath you.