Once considered a pursuit for the young, adventure travel is now being embraced by Indian women over 45. Women aged 45-55 constitute the largest segment of solo travellers in India, accounting for 50% of all female adventure travellers, according to a 2025 women travellers’ survey.
“Over the last 30 years in adventure travel, 50% of solo travellers have been women seeking the outdoors to feel liberated,” said Vaibhav Kala, Founder of Aquaterra Adventures India.
The report highlights that most women in their 50s, with higher disposable incomes and fewer family responsibilities, often choose to travel solo or with close friends.
“Safety is their biggest concern, as is travelling with like-minded people. Adventure travel is seen as…
