6 Extreme Thrill-Seeking Adventures in Southeast Asia

From Malaysia to Vietnam, Southeast Asia is no stranger to a rich history and cultural diversity that makes this vast region such an ideal place for the travel destination. But apart from the good old sightseeing, Southeast Asia also offers a wealth of topography where ~~travellers~~ thrill-seekers able to explore different places for extreme sports and great adventures. After all, why confine yourself to a stagnant life where you have the opportunity to live it up and have fun? That being said, it’s time to pump up your adrenaline and check out these 6 must-have thrill seeking activities in Southeast Asia.

1. Flyboarding in Putrajaya, Malaysia

Wish to fly over water? Well, you may see this before in a Hollywood superhero movie. But fortunately, you have the opportunity to do that in real life as well! Known as flyboarding, this spectacular water sport can be found at Marina Putrajaya in Putrajaya. In case you’re wondering how it works, flyboarding uses a type of hoverboard that strapped to your feet and allows you to “fly” over water using a combination of air and water propulsion. At the time of this writing, the flyboarding in Putrajaya comes with three price packages: RM370 (for 1 person under “Beginner Solo Flight”), RM689 (for 2 persons under “Intermediate Solo Flight”) and RM740 (for 3 persons under “Discovery Group Flight”).

For advance booking and more info about flyboarding, call 012 287 1120. Plus, if you’re looking for a place to stay, visit AirAsiaGo to browse through your accommodation options.

2. Skydiving in Pattaya, Thailand

Imagine experiencing a freefall at 120 mph above 13,000 feet before parachuting safely to the ground. It’s the kind of heart-pounding sensation that a thrill-seeker can’t afford to miss! Enter skydiving, where the best place to do so is in Pattaya, Thailand. You can enjoy the ultimate leap of your lifetime through a safest method known as tandem skydiving. As you are strapped to a harness attached to your tandem instructor, you are able to experience a majestic bird’s-eye view of the lush scenery from the sky above. Best of all, you get to record your skydiving experience either in a photo, video or a combination of both taken by the professional air-to-air videographer. Among the skydiving company that offers such service is Thai Sky Adventures. A tandem jump per person cost at 10,950 baht (RM 1,250), but discounts are available if you opted for group bookings.

For booking enquiries, call +66 (0)85 900 3412. Not sure where to stay? Agoda is your answer!

3. Rock climbing in Vang Vieng, Laos

Whether you are looking to overcome your fear of vertigo or just love to scale heights, why not go for rock climbing in Vang Vieng, Laos? Located north of the border from the Vientiane Province, Vang Vieng is a popular tourist spot known for its limestone karsts. Besides enjoying beautiful mountain scenery, thrill-seekers can opt for various climbing routes that come with a different level of difficulties ranging from 6a’s to 8a+’s. If you are a first timer, beginner’s course is available where you get to learn everything necessary from basic climbing techniques to equipment use. Depending on your budget, you can choose a half-day course up to 3-day or 4-day courses. The cool and dry season from November to February is the best time to rock climb in Laos.

For a list of hotels near Vang Vieng, visit Hotels.com

4. Zip line in Lake Sebu, Philippines

For the ultimate zip lining experience, you can’t go wrong with the Seven Falls Zip Line in Lake Sebu near South Cotabato. After all, it is known as the highest zip line ever constructed in Southeast Asia. Now, imagine yourself hanging 600 feet above the ground as you travel across the zip line either in 740 meters (2,428 feet) or 640 meters (2,100 feet) long! Yes, it can be a vertigo-inducing experience. But the best part is, you get to immerse the spectacular view of the surrounding rainforest as well as seven amazing waterfalls.

For more enquiries about the Seven Falls Zip Line, you can contact 0926 615 7744 / 0917 875 5498 / (083) 236 1052. Visit Booking.com to book your stay nearby Lake Sebu without having to pay a single cent until you arrive at your destination.

5. Kitesurfing in Bali, Indonesia

If there is one surf destination in Southeast Asia worth exploring for, it’s got to be Bali in Indonesia. But in case surfing alone is not thrilling enough for you, how about kitesurfing for a change? Otherwise known as kiteboarding, this extreme water sport offers thrill-seekers to experience the best of both worlds by allowing you to ride the waves with a surfboard and a kite attached to a boarding bar and a flying line. And if you’re good enough, you can perform various acrobatic stunts and jumps through the air while kitesurfing.

Looking for a nice hotel in Bali? Head on to Trivago. With over 7,000 selections to choose from, you can pick what’s best for you according to your budget and preference.

6. Sandboarding in Mui Ne, Vietnam

Now, board sport isn’t just restricted to land, sky, snow and water. Enter sandboarding, a type of board sport where you get to ride down the slope of sand dunes with both feet strapped to a plastic board. Such activity can be found in some parts of the world such as Australia, Dubai and Chile. But thankfully, you don’t have to travel that far because you can sandboard in Mui Ne, Vietnam! Renting a board is cheap too, which cost you only at VND20,000 (RM3.60).

Should you decide to live near Mui Ne Sand Dunes, Expedia is the best place to be for your ultimate hotel destination.

So, there you have it. The next time you are considering an extreme adventure, try one of these aforementioned fun-filled activities and make your vacation worth cherishing for!