How does Top Rated Adventures work? In a nutshell, find them and rate them (if you wish).

  • SEARCH by ACTIVITY - there are 18 major Activity groups divided into hundreds of subgroups (Example: Outdoor Wilderness Adventures>Dino Digs, or Fishing>Bass Fishing, etc.).
    • To see all available results, please continue to search to the lowest level. Example: First, click on Paddling, then Rafting, then Country, then State or Province (if needed).
  • QUICK SEARCH by COMPANY, CONTACT NAME or LOCATION - Use the Quick Search Box for faster service.
  • ALL INCLUSIVE - businesses do not pay to be listed, and consumer are not charged to use Top Rated Adventure directory.
  • CONSUMER RATED - there are no experts here at Top Rated. The ratings are assigned by past clients who have experienced first-hand the services of the outfitters, guides, lodges etc. listed in our outdoor directory.
  • SURVEYS - the ratings are based on 10-Question surveys tailored to each outdoor activity.
  • LISTING(s) - all companies are listed and updated for FREE - Stars are assigned by surveys only.
  • PREFERRED LISTING(s) - some companies have earned their priority showing by reaching and confirming their 4-5 Star Status [such as all qualifiers of Top Rated Adventures Book series] These companies are identified by "Below find Top Rated Preferred Listings"
  • YOUR SUGGESTIONS? - let us know how we can improve the Top Rated Program; send us your suggestions click here.

  

Example of listing results

 

 

Example of result page and survey
FAQ
Who assigns the Stars? Past clients do by filling out surveys.
What is the maximum score? 100 - [10 questions worth 10 points each]
What is the highest and lowest # Star? 5 is the maximum and 1 is the minimum (or un-rated).

The" TOP RATED SURVEYS" - each survey contains 10 questions tailored to each specific outdoor activity - with a maximum score of 10 points for each question, 100 points total.

How long does it take to complete a surveys?
One minute or so using the slider.

Who makes sure that people don't file 'fake' surveys?

 We keep a constant eye on the flow of surveys filed and, if there is a need, we investigate the matter.
When I file a survey is my name kept confidential? Of course.
How many surveys can I file? You can rate as many companies as you like as long as you had a legitimate 'first hand experience' with them.

How do the words (poor, mediocre & excellent for example) convert to a numerical score?

1 = unacceptable
2 = inadequate
3 = poor
4 = acceptable
5 = as expected
6 = mediocre
7 = good
8 = very good
9 = excellent
10 = outstanding
How does the score relate to number of Stars awarded?

1 Star = 0-34% (or non-rated)
2 Stars = 35-49%
3 Stars = 50-69%
4 Stars = 70-89%
5 Stars = 90-100%
Do you calculate the ranking/score as an average of all Surveys received? That is correct, we use the "arithmetic mean" which is what is commonly called the average.
How do you calculate the Level of Accuracy?

Level of Accuracy is the ratio between the Number of Clients per year/Number of Surveys received for a given company.
How are the records shown? Results from ANY search will show 5 Stars on top in descending order.
Is Top Rated a U.S.A.-only Directory? No, it covers the Whole World although the majority are from North America.
Why do some records show a picture and a different layout? These are the Preferred Listings.
How often is the directory updated? Both information and ranking are updated daily.