Experience Days for Him: 12 Unusual Activity Gifts for Men

We’re starting our list with some of the butchest, most macho machines on earth—monster trucks! These insane vehicles are an export from our friends across the pond—and only the Americans could have come up with something so OTT! During one of our monster truck driving experiences, the man in your life can get behind the wheel of a real mean machine and take it for a spin on a fun grass circuit. He’ll discover what it’s like to pilot eight tons of V8 American muscle, before driving right over a couple of cars!

Now, we’ll be honest here, there aren’t many things in life we like more than zorbing. I mean, it’s a prime example of humans doing things that just plain daft, all for a bit of a giggle—and at Activity Gifts, we believe that’s worth celebrating! So—just in case you aren’t already familiar—zorbing is the sport of climbing inside a giant inflatable hamster ball and rolling down a hill. Sound good? Of course it does, and we’ve zorbing vouchers that make perfect (and let’s face it, ridiculous) gifts for him every time.

Come fly with me, let’s fly, let’s fly away! Oh yes, if you’re looking for an experience day for him that feels extra special, a helicopter flight is the way to go. With an Activity Gifts voucher, he could take to the skies in the most glamourous aircraft of them all—ordinarily reserved for celebs, VIPs and the like. High above the clouds and feeling like royalty, he’ll enjoy a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the landscape far below—perhaps even gaining a new perspective on a place he’s known his entire life.

Guys like fast cars—at least, lots of them do—so our list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Activity Gifts’ range of supercar experiences. Each of these in an opportunity for your petrolhead husband, boyfriend, dad or brother to get behind the wheel of one (or more!) of the world’s most exotic vehicles. Think stunning Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and Aston Martins, all at their bedroom-wall-poster, head-turning best. And with professional driving tuition, he can take his favourite for a spin round one of several exciting circuits nationwide.

Nothing brings out a man’s inner Rambo quite like paintballing, and we’ve a great choice of epic combat games he and his mates will love—including basic entry + paintball packages and even zombie apocalypse survival adventures. Perfect for a day out with the lads, a teen’s birthday party, or—naturally—a competitive, pre-beers, stag do activity. So, if you know a man who fancies himself a bit of a sharpshooter or a PlayStation military tactician—it’s time he was put to the test. Surprise him with a paintballing experience day, today!

Here’s one for the man who enjoys a bit of peace and quiet in the Great Outdoors—the bloke who’ll happily spend a day on the water regardless of what (or what never) bites. Still, even if he’s never had much luck fishing, a trip with a pro may well improve his chances! At Activity Gifts, we’ve a variety of fishing experiences—including half and full day expeditions, introductions to fly fishing and Scottish salmon fishing. Vouchers make thoughtful gifts for the amateur fisherman in your life, or the man who simply loves to be in nature learning new things.

That’s right, we’re back in the driving seat again. This time, however, it’s at the controls of a rugged, go-anywhere 4x4. Perhaps you know the owner of a certain Chelsea tractor—a driver who rarely puts his sophisticated off-road systems to good use on the school run. Well, how’s about setting him a brand-new challenge? During an off-roading experience from Activity Gifts, he’ll receive professional 4x4 tuition while negotiating a course that’s by turns steep, slippery, muddy—and so on. He’ll learn to overcome impossible obstacles and take away tips that’re sure to come in handy on the wilds of South West London and beyond.

A classic extreme activity, white water rafting also makes an unforgettable experience gift for him—so long as he doesn’t mind getting wet! The United Kingdom is home to some of Europe’s most exciting rivers and rapids, and there’s no better way to see them than from aboard a wet’n’wild inflatable raft. There’s room for the whole gang too, so why not make this a bonding experience to remember? Together, you’ll fearlessly paddle your way over drops, weirs, boilers, stoppers and powerful eddies—before returning to shore exhausted, happy and very, very wet.

Some men enjoy the finer things in life, and with that in mind, let’s turn to wine tasting. Yes, this one’s an experience day for the gentleman of refinement—the connoisseur who appreciates the subtleties of grape variety and terroir, or else just a lovely bottle of plonk. In our wine tasting section, you’ll find several great gifts for wine-lovers—including champagne tasting for two in London (he’d have to bring you along surely!), expert-led wine courses, and a lesson on pairing wine and food. It’s a classy gift for men that we’ll raise a glass to any day.

So, he’s a bit of a thrill-seeker, eh? Even so, leaping out of a plane at however many thousand feet can be a little daunting for anyone—better to start with an indoor skydive and see how he feels, we think. These take place inside a vertical wind tunnel—which is essentially a big tube with a fan at the bottom. Inside, he’ll experience the ‘weightlessness’ of freefall while an instructor guides his position in the air flow. With practice, indoor skydivers can perform jaw-dropping aerial manoeuvres and tricks—though he’s more likely to resemble a carrier bag in an updraft to begin with! A great day out all the same.

These days, the spa is a haven for both sexes, and there’s never been a better time for blokes to get pampered. Not only is a trip to the spa a wonderfully relaxing, restorative experience—it could also lead to a longer and happier life. The health benefits of reduced stress are countless—plus, the ladies love a man who takes good care of himself! At Activity Gifts, we’ve a terrific range of spa days and spa breaks—including those that have been specifically designed for men, like this one offered at Birmingham’s Vibro Suite.

Mankind has been using birds of prey to hunt for thousands of years, and during this incredible experience day, your favourite bird-lover can become part of this ancient tradition. He’ll learn to fly hawks to and from his gloved arm during a ramble through the Great British countryside—on the hunt for rabbit, pheasant and other game. He’ll discover the unique connection that exists between a well-trained hawk and its master—and maybe make a new feathered friend himself!