Are you running out of gift ideas for the men [1] in your life? As the holidays quickly approach, it can be a chore to come up with something different to give your dad this year. Even if you know your brother loves the shirts you pick out for him [2], some people just want to wow the guys they love with a gift that will truly surprise them.

Your husband might wonder how he'll stock up his cologne collection [3] when you didn't gift him that bottle of Obsession by Calvin Klein you knew was running low, but he will soon be surprised with something totally unexpected. Experience gifts have quickly become a popular trend in gift-giving for this reason.

If you want to take gift-giving to a new level this year [4], check out some of these adventure-packed gifts for the men in your life. You can be sure to leave a lasting impression when you pick one of these experience gifts, from romantic to adrenaline-filled experiences, for your male recipients.

Concert Tickets

Did you catch that advertisement that your brother's favourite rock band scheduled a concert nearby? Want to treat your dad to the oldies show you know he'd never buy tickets for himself? Depending on the venue, artist, and seat choice, concert tickets can range from $20 to $5,000. Find something in your price range, and it'll be a gift he's sure to remember.

Romantic In-Home Dinner

If you've been wanting to do something special for your homebody boyfriend, this will be sure to surprise him. Websites like Table at Home [5] make it easy to hire a private chef. Simply request your meal, select a chef, and sit back and enjoy. Prices vary, but you set your budget with your request. A bonus is that they'll even clean up!

Learn to Fly

You can't imagine the rush and exhilaration the aviation-lover in your life will get when you give him a flying lesson. There are lots of places that will let you pay ahead so he can pick a date that works for him. If he's always wanted to take the controls, you can be sure he'll love a learn to fly experience gift.

Escape Room

Find clues to solve the puzzle, get out before the killer finds you, regain control of the nuclear missile before the world comes to an end. Escape rooms are a great time to get the whole crew together for some team bonding. Prices range from $20 to $30 per person at places like the Great Escape Room [6] in Orlando, FL.

Dinner Cruise

Dinner cruises give you the best of both worlds — a dinner with a view! They last a few hours and even include entertainment and dancing with dinner. Most companies are kid-friendly and some offer lower rates for children under a certain age. Spirit Cruises in New York [7] give you the best views of world-famous sights like the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty.

Indoor Sky Diving

He can leave the parachute on solid ground for this jump! Indoor sky diving is the ultimate experience for the adrenaline junkie in your life. State-of-the-art vertical wind tunnels give you the experience of high adventure skydiving without ever having to step foot on a plane. Give him the experience of free-flying freedom without the risk!

American Ninja Warrior Lessons

American Warrior Ninja [8] is the source of this hot trend. If your brother or boyfriend is obsessed with that show, this experience will be the perfect fit. Find an American Ninja Warrior gym [9] with courses set up where you learn the skills.

Sporting Event Tickets

From the NBA to the NFL and the MLB, fans have plenty of choices when it comes to sporting events. You can grab a few beers and some concession snacks and take the average seats. Or you can go all out and buy packages where you can meet the team or throw out the first pitch. The opportunities are endless when it comes to this experience gift.

Cooking Lessons

For the hands-on man who wants to expand his skill set, cooking lessons are a lot of fun. You can do a workshop to expand your knife skills or learn how to serve oysters. Some places like the New York Culinary Experience [10] offer food-lovers the chance to cook alongside one of 30 world-renowned chefs.

Cigar Club Subscription

Have a grandfather who always has a cigar in hand? Club subscriptions are a great option if you want a year-long gift. Monthly packages, like the ones at Cigar of the Month Club [11], range from $28 to $43 a month plus shipping and handling. The cigar-lover in your life will certainly be happy when that delivery arrives every month.

Weekend Ski Getaway

If your husband loves to ski, a weekend ski getaway is the perfect experience gift. He'll get some good slope time, and you can end the day by the fire. You'll both benefit from the quality time away together.

Zip-Line Experience

If outdoors is the place for your nephew, a zip-line experience is the way to go. Places like Go Ape in Rockville, MD, [12] are more than just a zip-line experience. The two-to-three-hour course brings added adventure like the Tarzan Swing and the Rail Track.

Deep Sea Fishing

For beginners to career fishermen, a deep-sea fishing experience is sure to be a day to remember. No need to own, or even charter, a boat! Fishing tours take you out where the fish are and even supply you with the equipment to catch them. These tours usually take a half day, and don't forget to talk to them about his experience level so they'll pair him with the right option!

Comedy Show

Is there a guy in your life who could use a few laughs? Comedy shows are a lot of fun for anyone with a sense of humour. From large venues with famous comedians to small clubs with local funnymen, you've got choices when it comes to this gift.

Golf Lessons

Whether he's new to the game or wants to expand his skills, golf lessons are a great gift. Many courses offer private lessons that teach new techniques and strategies only the pros know. Help him improve his short game, add distance to his drive, or learn the rules of the game.

Vegas Helicopter Tour

While they aren't long, Las Vegas helicopter tours are sure to give him a different view of the Sin City. These sightseeing helicopter tours will give him a captivating view of the classic strip. Schedule a flight during the day to catch a closer view of the top of the Stratosphere Tower, or a take a night flight to enjoy the dazzling lights. Tour companies, like Canyon Tours [13], have prices as low as $79.

Exotic Car Racing

Want to gift him an extreme experience? You can give him the opportunity to race an exotic car on racetracks across the United States. This may be the one time he gets away with speeding thanks to businesses like The Xtreme Xperience [14]. They've collected an amazing fleet of exotic cars that give him a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the racecar driver he dreamed of as a little kid.

Wine Tour

Talk about a beautiful day for the wine-loving man in your life! This is more than a wine tasting, it's a first-class experience. Wine tours are offered in vineyards around the United States. Give him the full-service package complete with a luxury limousine service, a personally planned itinerary, live music, and gourmet foods. Price ranges start from $115 per person depending on the tour company [15].

Greenland Ice Hike

This experience is a little more on the exotic end of the spectrum, but it is perfect for the guy who loves to hike! The terrain may be tough to navigate, but the view will be worth it. With 500 meters of age-old ice under his feet, tours like the one from Go Dream will help you find the perfect spot for lunch and a drink fresh out of the meltwater lake.