20 Great Island Adventures

  • Alila Purnama at anchor in Komodo National Park.

    Alila Purnama at anchor in Komodo National Park.

  • Ocean views from Tasmania's Three Capes Track.

    Ocean views from Tasmania's Three Capes Track.

  • A Korowai hunter from West Papua.

    A Korowai hunter from West Papua.

  • On safari in Sri Lanka's Yala National Park.

    On safari in Sri Lanka's Yala National Park.

  • Snorkeling with a whale shark.

    Snorkeling with a whale shark.

  • The wide-eyed tarsiers of Bohol.

    The wide-eyed tarsiers of Bohol.

  • Yakushima's mossy, mystical forests.

    Yakushima's mossy, mystical forests.

  • At the foot of Java's Mount Bromo.

    At the foot of Java's Mount Bromo.

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Spanning the Asia-Pacific region, these outdoor escapades—all island-based—are as much about braving the elements as they are about embracing new experiences. From snorkeling with whale sharks in the Maldives to hiking a Javanese volcano, read on to find the thrill you’ve been seeking.  

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