11 BEST Adventure & Backpacking Travel Blogs to Follow in 2025
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Here are 11 of the best adventure & backpacking travel blogs to follow in 2025—each offering a unique angle, from budget tips to deep-offbeat destination guides. (Many of these were collated in a recent “top blogs” list.) BucketListly Blog+1
For each blog I’ve included what makes it special and why it’s worth following.
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Nomadic Matt
Why follow: A pioneer in budget backpacking blogs. Matt Kepnes writes extensive guides on how to travel cheaper, better, and longer. Nomadic Matt's Travel Site+1
What you’ll get: Detailed destination guides, travel-hacks, budget strategies, and lots of “how to” content for backpackers of any level. Nomadic Matt's Travel Site+1
Best for: Anyone wanting to stretch their travel budget and explore widely without breaking the bank.
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Goats On The Road
Why follow: Established by couple Nick & Dariece, this blog combines adventure, backpacking and “digital nomad” lifestyle insights. goatsontheroad.com+1
What you’ll get: Real-world stories from lesser-visited regions, how to fund travel, and deep practical advice for long-term travel.
Best for: Backpackers thinking beyond the 2-week trip and leaning into lifestyle travel or remote work + wander.
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The Broke Backpacker
Why follow: As the list summary puts it: “one of the largest backpacking resources” focusing heavily on budget adventure in rugged/less-touristed places. BucketListly Blog
What you’ll get: In-depth gear guides, bold destination adventures (for example Pakistan, Iran, Kyrgyzstan) and strong budget-backpacker orientation. The Broke Backpacker
Best for: Adventure-seekers who want more “grit” in destinations and are comfortable stepping off mainstream trails.
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Against The Compass
Why follow: Focuses on really unusual, off-the-beaten-path destinations (e.g., Syria, Iraq, etc). Against the Compass+1
What you’ll get: First-hand guides to places less visited, stories from “remote” travel, and strong inspiration for non-tourist routes.
Best for: If you’re willing to travel with more risk, uncertainty, and want truly unique travel narratives.
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Lost With Purpose
Why follow: Solo-female travel blogger (Alex) travelling to highly unusual places, often with a cultural/depth focus. lostwithpurpose.com+1
What you’ll get: Authentic travel narratives from non-typical places, solo travel perspectives, strong cultural context.
Best for: Female travellers or anyone seeking mindful/backpacking travel with a deeper angle.
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NOMADasaurus
Why follow: Combines adventure travel + photography + gear review. Great if you like visuals & rugged adventure. NOMADasaurus Staging
What you’ll get: Big-adventure destinations (e.g., Antarctica), strong photo content, tips about gear & travel from an “adventure photography” lens.
Best for: Visual travellers, photo-enthusiasts, and adventurers hunting epic landscapes
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