The Oxford Thesaurus An A-Z Dictionary of Synonyms - exhilaratingadj.

1) invigorating, bracing, stimulating, vivifying, enlivening, rejuvenating, refreshing, vitalizing, fortifying, restorative, tonic: We took an exhilarating walk round the lake. 2) cheering, uplifting, gladdening, elating, inspiriting, heartening, comforting, reassuring; happy, good, delightful: We received the exhilarating news of Phoebe's complete recovery.