# Beginner-Friendly Adventure Trips G Adventures’ Perlo Sees Increase in First-Time Nature Trips By Grace Mahas | Published 2021-01-06 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-adventures-perlo References: [bostonglobe](https://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/12/16/lifestyle/race-lure-back-travelers-vacations-nature-are-winning/?ADfasdfsadg) & [gadventures](https://www.gadventures.com/?aw_ag_id=63152895769&aw_kw_id=kwd-38356910493&aw_ad_id=487979545355&aw_nw=g&phonecode=PPC_SEM_Brand&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3NX_BRDQARIsALA3fIJggCvhYgaGZzjk5wE49rDOE6lt-u-ZUJH6WcbFEYWpoA6iu-SllF8aAvJSEALw_wcB) As consumers look for [travel and vacation opportunities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marriott-bonvoy-outdoors) amid COVID-19, many are focusing on trips that focus on the outdoors. G Adventures’ Perlo notes this significant increase, especially with novices who do not necessarily have much experience with outdoor-focused activities like hiking, camping, or climbing. G Adventures’ Perlo commented on the first-timers inquiring about trips in nature, stating: “A lot of these people may not feel comfortable doing it on their own, and they like the support of having a [tour operator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goway) and making sure the activities are structured.” To accommodate travelers in the COVID-19 era, G Adventures’ Perlo has begun to offers [smaller group sizes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-group-adventure) as well as private transportation and rooms, to keep travelers safe and maintain necessary distance. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nature-based Travel:** As consumers prioritize outdoor activities in their travel plans, there is an opportunity to create new travel packages centered around nature-based adventures. - **Beginner-focused Tours:** As novices increasingly seek adventure travel opportunities, there is an opportunity to develop tours and experiences tailored to their needs and interests. - **Covid-safe Travel:** As travelers prioritize safety and social distancing, there is an opportunity to create COVID-safe travel experiences with smaller group sizes and private transportation and lodging options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Adventure Travel:** Adventure travel companies can develop new packages and experiences for first-time nature adventurers, as well as promote smaller group sizes and private accommodations to meet the demands of COVID-safe travel. - **Tour Operators:** Tour operators can create beginner-friendly tours and excursions centered around outdoor adventures, as well as make adaptations to promote COVID-safe travel practices. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, resorts, and other hospitality providers can adapt to the growing trend of nature-based travel and promote private lodging options and other amenities catered to outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Women-Only Travel Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expeditions-for-allwomen.md) - [Woman-Focused Travel Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-guide-to-the-world.md) - [50+ Solo Travel Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solo-travel-experience.md) - [Locally Driven Travel Agencies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-the-go-tours.md) - [Escorted Group Travel Providers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escorted-group-travel.md) - [Carbon-Mitigating Travel Tours](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andiamo-campaign.md) - [Adventure-Enthused Travel Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-big-sale.md) - [Domestic North American Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/go-americas.md) - [Immersive Women-Targeted Travel Tours](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/women-only-solo-tours.md)