Adventure is closer than you think.

Discover Outdoors is New York’s answer to routine urban living, creating authentic and unique trips locally and abroad since 1982. From hiking, rock climbing and kayaking day trips to horseback riding, whitewater rafting and multi-sport adventures, Discover Outdoors has specifically designed trips that will leave you feeling invigorated and surprisingly pampered. Join a group on a pre-planned adventure or let us design a special trip just for you.

Private Group Adventures
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Take a private trip with your friends, club or company. Choose any event from our calendar and contact us with your request. more »

Gift Certificates
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Give the gift of adventure. more »

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
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Reach the the roof of Africa on a six-day summit trek. more »

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Testimonials

I thoroughly enjoyed the Hike, Wine and Fondue trip, it totally exceeded my expectations. I have already suggested it and your other trips to friends. Eugene was a great guide, not only by keeping us on trail, but also by giving us lessons in map and trail reading. We had a lot of fun during the hike and then afterwards at Swizz. Nothing is better after a day in the snow than wine and warm food. — Lisa

Upcoming Trips
Millbrook Mountain & Lake Minnewaska

Sat, May 19
Gemlike Lake Minnewaska to Millbrook Mountain
$75.00

Kaaterskill Falls Eight Mile Hike

Sat, May 19
Eight Mile Trail in the Breathtaking Catskills Mountains
$75.00

Waterfall Canyoneering

Sat, May 19
Adrenaline-filled day in the rugged Catskills!
$195.00

Hike & Whiskey Tasting

Sat, May 19
Shawangunk Mountains and NY state whiskey!
$85.00

Zipline, High Ropes & Canopy Tour

Sat, May 19
Soar through the trees
$139.00

Hike & Adopted Hound

Sat, May 19
Hike with adopted dogs!
$95.00

Mountain Fitness Training Class

Sat, May 19
Train like a guide.
$39.00

Dog, Beach & Vine

Sun, May 20
North Fork Wine Tour and Beach Run with Your Dog!
$119.00

Brunch Hike

Sun, May 20
Hike to beautiful views and delicious cuisine
$85.00

Hike & Sustainable Farm Tour

Sun, May 20
Hiking in the morning, Stone Barns in the afternoon
$79.00

Central Park Spring Photography Class

Sun, May 20
Amazing shots: with your own camera
$59.00

Hudson River Sea Kayaking to Abandoned Castle

Sun, May 20
Sea kayaking adventure on the Hudson River
$119.00

Hike & Howl

Sun, May 20
Hike Kittatinny Ridge then explore a wolf sanctuary
$89.00

Ship Rock Ridge Hike

Sun, May 20
Exhilarating six miles!
$65.00

Horseback Riding & Wine Tasting

Sun, May 20
Ride through forest and fields
$139.00

Africa Volunteer Trip Aiding Elephants

Mon, May 21
Experience Africa in a meaningful way
$1275.00

Education Series: Backpacking Basics

Mon, May 21
Learn How to Gear Up for the Trail
$0.00

Extreme Rock Wall Climbing

Wed, May 23
Five-story outdoor rock wall
$29.00

Mountain Fitness Training Class

Wed, May 23
Train like a guide.
$39.00

Memorial Weekend: Camping & Canyoneering

Sat, May 26
Backpacking, camping and canyoneering
$350.00

Memorial Weekend: Adirondack Peaks and Rivers

Sat, May 26
Hiking, camping and whitewater rafting in the ADK's
$495.00

Memorial Weekend: Presidential Traverse, NH

Sat, May 26
Epic hiking weekend in New Hampshire
$495.00

Gertrude’s Nose Hike in Minnewaska

Sat, May 26
Spectacular views in Minnewaska State Park
$75.00

Hike & Brewery Tour

Sat, May 26
Hiking and a pint
$79.00

Raccoon Brook Hike

Sat, May 26
Nine miles of rugged and varied terrain!
$65.00