The most death-defying trails around the world

Tried all challenging adventures! Looking for extreme adventure spots! There are some spots that offer just breathtaking adventures but there are some fatalities that follow, too. We take you on a trip to South Africa, Peru and China to discover them.

Huayna Picchu found in Peru is 1,180 ft above ruins. Steel cables are used for safety throughout portions of the trail, while other sections include steep, century-old staircases. The path is often foggy and slippery during rainy season.

Part of the Drakensberg, the Amphitheatre, found in South Africa is considered by many to be one of the most impressive cliff faces on Earth. The trail to the top of Mont-Aux-Sources begins at 8,200 ft of elevation, making the hike strenuous due to lack of oxygen. While a short hike (roughly five hours in length), the famous steep chain ladders are the final step to the top. Once the ladders are climbed, the vista from the Amphitheatre provides for a spectacular look at the valley.

Pu’u Manamana is found in Hawaii. It leads hikers on a 4-mile trail containing many narrow ridge sections that allow for a view of the shoreline from over 2,000 ft of elevation. Both the initial ascent and final descent are steep, though not as perilous as the ridge portions peppered between. Fixed cables are available to hold onto, but they should be tested before use.

Hua Shan is one of China’s Five Great Mountains. The hike includes steep stairways, a gondola ride, a wall-hugging walk on narrow wooden planks, a nearly vertical climb up a mountain wall and a final steep pathway. At the top of the southern peak, there is a teahouse, resting 7,087 ft above sea level.

Found in Spain, Caminito del Rey is a dangerous pathway in the middle of multi-layered natural surroundings that consist of reservoirs, mountains, gorges and valleys, which are difficult to approach.

Situated in California, Half dome is in the Yosemite National Park. The granite dome is 4,737 ft taller than the valley floor it towers over. The final ascent of the Half Dome Cable Route is a steep climb up the rock face using steel cables for safety. Additionally, lightning strikes are considered to be a risk when climbing Half Dome.

Located in the Zion National Park, Utah, Angel’s Landing is based on a rock formation. The path to the top includes 21 steep hairpin turns, known as Walter’s Wiggles, before arriving at Scout’s Lookout. The lookout is the last stop before the final trek to the top of Angel’s Landing. The final half mile, littered with narrow pathways, unevenly surfaced steps, and sharp cliff drop-offs, is equipped with chains to grip for safety.