ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Extreme tourism

Extreme tourism is when people go to exciting or dangerous places to have fun or challenge themselves. It is like going on an adventure, but with an extra dose of risk or excitement.

For example, imagine going on a tour to a snow-covered mountain where people go to ski or snowboard. This would be regular tourism. But if you went to the same mountain with a group of people to climb the steepest slope, or to jump off a cliff with a parachute strapped to your back, that would be extreme tourism.

People who do extreme tourism usually like to feel the adrenaline rush they get from doing something that is not common, that goes against the norm. It can be very exciting for them, but it can also be quite dangerous. That's why they need to be very prepared, train a lot, and have specialized guides who know the place and the risks.

Extreme tourism can include activities like bungee jumping, rafting on raging rivers, skydiving, or even going on a safari in Africa to see wild animals up close. It can be fun, but it’s important to remember that safety always comes first.