Whether it’s hiking Costa Rica’s cloud forests or a regenerative retreat in Sri Lanka, these adventures are so awe-inspiring you’ll soak up every second

Hike Monteverde’s Cloud Forest reserve in Costa Rica

Home to virgin wilderness, ancient trees and some of the purest air in the world, the symphony of elements that make up Monteverde’s Cloud Forest is hypnotic. Since nature is synonymous with wellbeing, trekking through this wildlife-filled wonder is beneficial for both mind and body. Cloaked in rainforest, with an open-air yoga shala and plethora of activities on offer, Senda Monteverde, provides the perfect base to adventure out from each day. While Costa Rica constantly ranks highly as a safe solo destination, tour companies such as G Adventures and Intrepid offer itineraries for single travellers looking to connect with like-minded adventurers.

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Embrace surf culture on Australia’s south coast

Tucked away on the coast of Victoria, surrounded by wildflowers and sand dunes, sits Deśa Retreat, a hidden haven for lovers of yoga, alternative therapies and meditation, all of which can be enjoyed in tandem with intimate, expert-led surf classes. While the physical benefits of riding the waves are endless, including improved balance, flexibility and strength, it’s a sound activity for mental clarity, too, as paddling and surfing forces the mind to be totally present, raising self-awareness and dialling down stress. When the waves abate, peaceful and well-designed bedrooms, organic plant-based dishes and an abundance of massage options guarantee a thoroughly wholesome solo self-care escape.

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Get immersed in Sri Lanka’s natural wellness scene

With an open-air spa that looks directly into a lush jungle home to troops of monkeys, Santani Wellness, close to the sacred city of Kandy, is the perfect place to really get away from it all. Guests can choose from various personalised wellness packages, each tailored according to daily check-ins with Santani’s on-site Ayurvedic doctor. Nourishing meals are also prepared with Ayurvedic philosophy at the forefront, ensuring menus are curated based on individual guest’s needs, with ingredients sourced from the hotel’s veggie gardens. You can also enjoy twice-daily yoga classes, expansive suites and a superlative swimming pool overlooking one of Sri Lanka’s most epic mountain ranges to make the most of every second of your stay.

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Experience Iceland’s healing waters

Scattered with volcanoes, waterfalls, black-sand beaches, glaciers, lava fields and lagoons, Iceland is one of the most atmospheric and photogenic places on earth. Paired with the accolade of being consistently rated one of the safest countries in the world, is there any wonder solo travellers flock to Iceland for the ultimate restorative break? The famed Blue Lagoon, around a 50-minute drive from the capital of Reykjavik, is the easiest place to experience the country’s mineral-rich healing waters. Milky turquoise and swirled in steam, the naturally heated seawater, which reaches highs of 39°C, provides endless benefits, including a sense of calm and improved skin texture. For a more luxurious solo experience away from the crowds, head to Lava Cove, a private part of the lagoon where nourishing algae and natural lava salts are on hand for the ultimate self-care indulgence.

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