Been waiting for mates’ diaries to free up to finally tackle that mountain or hike that trail? Well, wait no longer. A growing number of tour companies are catering to solo sojourners, so add these to your travel wishlist now.

Best for powder hounds

California, New Hampshire, Colorado and more, USA

Over the past decade, more women’s-only ski and snowboard clinics have crammed onto resort calendars, and Vail Resorts is helping lead the way with their Women in Powder events. A swathe of resorts now offer specialised women’s weekends, from Northstar and Kirkwood in California to Attitash and Crotched Mountain in New Hampshire. Think a focus on upskilling directly with coaches, confidence building and a friendly ski community. The line-up of resorts who offer it changes each season, although Park City, Utah and Northstar jump aboard every year.

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Best for adventure seekers

Utah, USA

It’s all about hitting the great outdoors in this natural wonderland, and one of the best adventures is a multi-day rafting trip. Whether you’re still finding your feet or keen for an epic holiday but don’t want to paddle alone, NAVTEC Expeditions has several journeys down the legendary Colorado River. Tours range from overnight trips to five-day journeys, with itineraries that include tackling rapids, hiking side canyons, checking out rock art and camping on river beaches. Rapids too intimidating? There are also gentle raft, kayak or calm-water cruising options on offer, with Utah’s rafting season running from mid-March to November.

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Best for culture lovers

Peru, South America

An incredible adventure doesn’t have to equal physical exertion. Sometimes it’s just about leaping out of your comfort zone with cultural experiences, and fortunately doing so as a solo traveller has never been easier. The single travel market has boomed in recent years – so much so, that G Adventures has a wide range of ‘solo-ish’ trips. The itineraries offer intrepid individuals peace of mind when it comes to logistics and safety, allowing them to embark on holidays they might otherwise skip. Take Solo-ish Peru, a dreamy nine-day itinerary from Lima to Cusco, visiting artist villages, Machu Picchu and Incan temples.

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Best for wave riders

Crescent Head, NSW

Surfing is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, but it can be daunting to jump on a board as a beginner. Enter female-centric surf retreats. Not only are you learning in a supportive environment, but you’re making new mates, as well. Women Soulful Surf has built a community of like-minded ladies keen to tackle waves for the first time. The company runs numerous local and international retreats each year, with its offering in Crescent Head on the NSW Mid North Coast one of their most popular. Think four days of surfing and yoga, plus theory and video analysis to improve your technique.

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