The Top 20 Adventures Everyone Should Go On Before Turning 30

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Turning 30 will sneak up on you before you know it! Here's a list of 20 fun and adventurous things to try before you turn thirty. It's not that life after 30 is bad, but your perspective and desires change and with that you might be less inclined to try some of these crazy adventures.

Your twenties are a great time to have all kinds of new experiences that will help you develop into the person you are supposed to be. It's a time when it's okay to make mistakes or accidentally embarrass yourself. Meeting new people, traveling to interesting places, being open to new ideas, all of these things will help you grow and become the best version of yourself that you can be.

There's no reason to be afraid of growing up and taking on more adult responsibilities but your twenties can be a great time in your life. You're full of energy and likely not tied down with too many obligations. You're free! So, get out there and try on some of these adventures for size! You just might have the time of your life!
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  • 1
    151 VOTES

    Take a Road Trip With Your Best Friend

    Trips like these will bond you for life. Grab your BFF and hit the open highway! 
    151 votes
  • 2
    138 VOTES

    Experience a Meteor Shower

    This is something everyone should see! It'll remind you of how small we are but make you feel connected at the same time. The world is a beautiful place! 
    138 votes
  • 3
    126 VOTES

    Take a Trip by Yourself

    Traveling alone is a great experience. You will learn a lot about yourself and in a way, you can be anyone you want to be! 
    126 votes
  • 4
    123 VOTES

    Camp at a National Park

    Camp at a National Park
    Photo: Raghuramz / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0
    Have a solo adventure or go with your friends or family. Just remember to hide your food from the bears! 
    123 votes
  • 5
    119 VOTES

    Attend a Music Festival

    Whether it's Coachella or Bonnaroo, Folklife or Sasquatch, go listen to the bands of your time! 
    119 votes
  • 6
    112 VOTES

    Go On Safari

    Go On Safari
    Photo: Hanavihash / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0
    Lions, tigers and bears, oh, my! You may want to stay close to the van but what better way to see these animals than in the wild! 
    112 votes