G Adventures adds coastal options to Geluxe Collection

G Adventures has added 16 new trips to its upmarket Geluxe Collection, bringing the collection to 82.

Among the latest additions are seven new coastal adventures, created for travellers seeking “active exploration, standout accommodation and meaningful local connections, rather than simply relaxing on the sand”, said the operator.

Research conducted by G Adventures found that travellers feel happiest when spending time by the coast, with ‘time on a beach’ ranking first and being ‘in or on the water’ ranking second.

Activities on offer include hiking, kayaking, wildlife encounters, local cuisine and cultural experiences.

Originally launched to fill a gap in the market for travellers seeking a “more elevated” style of adventure travel, the Geluxe Collection has quickly become one of G Adventures’ most popular product ranges.

Every itinerary also features Geluxe Collection’s signature OMG Day, where travellers choose between two equally memorable experiences, and an OMG Stay – at least one exceptional accommodation chosen for its character, location or sense of place.

Yves Marceau, product vice-president at G Adventures, said: “Geluxe has become one of our biggest success stories because it delivers exactly what many travellers have been looking for – active days balanced with exceptional places to stay, incredible food and genuine local connection.

“These new coastal adventures are a natural evolution of the collection.

“They showcase some of the world’s most beautiful coastlines while giving travellers the opportunity to experience the people, wildlife and cultures that make these destinations truly special.”

New itineraries in the Geluxe Collection include Malta & Gozo In Depth, which offers hiking coastal trails and discovering hidden villages by tuk tuk.

An eight-day tour starts from £2,549.

Discover Madeira features hikes, an e-bike tour, food and wine experiences, and visits to local markets and family-run vineyards. It costs from £2,699 for seven days.

Vancouver Island: Victoria, the Broken Group Islands & Salt Spring is a six-day tour offering kayaking, wildlife encounters and ancient rainforest walks from £2,949.

Discover Seychelles is an eight-day multi-island exploration by hiking, kayak and catamaran, from £3,749.

Sri Lanka: Leopard Safaris, Tea Highlands & Ancient Temples is an 11-day itinerary with cultural experiences, trekking, cycling, cooking experiences and community tourism. It starts from £2,199.