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.
20 Great Island Adventures
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Alila Purnama at anchor in Komodo National Park.
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Ocean views from Tasmania's Three Capes Track.
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A Korowai hunter from West Papua.
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On safari in Sri Lanka's Yala National Park.
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Snorkeling with a whale shark.
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The wide-eyed tarsiers of Bohol.
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Yakushima's mossy, mystical forests.
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At the foot of Java's Mount Bromo.
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