The Rios Tropicales Lodge is located on a private reserve in the jungles of Costa Rica’s Limón Province. The lodge is surrounded by tropical rainforest and overlooks the Rio Pacuare River. Accommodation is available in deluxe king rooms, single rooms, and a dorm room with bunk beds. The lodge features a dining area where a variety of meals are served daily. Various activities are available at the resort including horseback riding, hiking, tree planting, and zip lining.
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa is located between the Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Accommodation is available in a variety of guest rooms, suites, and villas which feature modern amenities. Guests may enjoy Costa Rican and international cuisine at the Arenal Observatory Restaurant which features panoramic views of the Arenal Lake. The Cerro Chato Bar offers guests a place to relax and enjoy the stunning Costa Rican sunsets. A vast selection of relaxing treatments is available at the luxurious in-house spa.
Tafika Camp is situated in the Northern part of the Nsefu Sector of the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. It is the base camp for Remote Africa Safaris, a family-run safari operation. Tafika provides amazing views of the river offering a wonderful place to unwind when not enjoying walking safaris, cycling trails, micro lighting, or day and night game drives. This camp is in a game management area that boasts some of the best leopard viewing around, along with the prolific populations of a diverse blend of wildlife. Tafika’s gorgeous reed and thatch chalets are built around the trunks of kigelia, or sausage trees. Each bed is draped with mosquito nets, guests can gaze through the opening at the side of the chalet and enjoy the star-drenched skies without interruption. After busy and thrilling safari days, relax in the generous lawn and outdoor space, or enjoy a refreshing sundowner in the stunning open-air lounge. Expect a safari adventure like no other here at Tafika, with unique and distinctive features – this is a trip guaranteed to last a lifetime.
Chikoko Trails is made up of two small and exclusive bush camps, Chikoko Tree Camp and Crocodile River Camp, from which guests can experience unparalleled walking safaris which go from camp to camp. Located on the west bank in the South Luangwa National Park, just a few kilometres upstream from parent camp Tafika, Chikoko and Crocodile can only be accessed by foot and each offer a unique bush experience that fully immerses guests in the idyll of remotest Africa. On foot, the minute details of the bush come to the fore in a way they can’t in a car: the smells, the macro world and a sense of timelessness.
Hotel del Parque is located in a 19-acre historic tropical park that is part of the Guayaquil Peninsula. The restored 44-room colonial mansion, surrounded by rare orchids, endemic trees and endangered protected animals, is regularly recognised in its quest to be among the best eco-friendly hotels in the world. It was built in 1891 by a Guayaquil charity as the first metropolitan hospice built to provide shelter for the homeless and the elderly. The hospice almost fell into ruins before being saved from demolition by the Ecuadorian government. It was then moved plank by plank to its current location in the Parque Historico and meticulously restored to its heritage state. Today, the boutique hotel remains under local ownership and is part of the Oro Verde hotel business and Relais & Châteaux.
Here you can discover Guayaquil’s rich history and culture whilst enjoying Ecuadorian furnishings, impressive marble bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and room service, plus minibars and full air conditioning. The hotel’s waterfront restaurant offers refined seafood, and the spa is found in the wood-beamed bell tower of the original restored chapel.
Located against the backdrop of the Ruminahui Volcano in Ecuador, Hacienda El Porvenir is an excellent option for a countryside holiday. The property features a selection of 22 rooms comprising of traditional rooms, suites and machai rooms. The guest rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, heaters, and private bathrooms, while suites feature stoves and sitting areas. Guests can also enjoy mouth-watering meals prepared with locally sourced produce. Activities include exploring the Cotopaxi Volcano and visiting the Cotopaxi National Park.
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge lies within the heart of the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve, which is home to over a thousand endangered white rhino. The only private lodge in the reserve, Rhino Ridge Lodge offers guests a luxurious stay where they can make the most of their time in the South African wilderness. The 18 well-appointed and air-conditioned rooms stand on a ridge that offers sweeping, uninterrupted views of the verdant scenery which can be admired from each of the rooms’ private decks. Guests can enjoy incredible wildlife viewing from the comfort of the lodge, and game drives take off from their front door, meaning no game-viewing time is lost.
Thonga Beach Lodge rests on the white sandy beaches of the Maputaland Coast, nestled amongst the coastal forests and verdant grasslands and standing against a backdrop of sparkling lakes and ocean waters. The 24-bed luxury lodge enjoys an idyllic location where guests can enjoy amazing snorkelling and off-shore scuba diving experiences, as well as incredible bird watching and turtle walks during the nesting and hatching season. The suites offer guests a choice of either ocean or forest views, and are built from natural materials, designed to blend into the natural landscape and cause minimal impact. Enjoy a private stay at the edge of the world where the pristine scenery will rejuvenate and relax you.
Kosi Forest Lodge is a peaceful and intimate safari lodge that rests in the shade of the towering trees that line the edge of the sand forest that overlooks the Kosi Bay section of iSimangaliso. Set within a World Heritage Park, Kosi Forest Lodge offers guests a comfortable and homely setting surrounded by beautiful scenery, a wide selection of beach and wilderness activities and incredible wildlife.
The wooden, canvas and thatch cabins blend into the natural landscape, creating minimal disruption to the natural setting and creatures. From the comfort of the poolside, guests can watch the hippos and flamingos fill the lake, as the sun sinks in a golden sky, casting a fiery glow on all that lies before it.
A concept of harmonizing adventure and entertainment, Plataran Bromo is a destination where guests can become immersed in the natural beauty of Bromo through comforting lodging, authentic cuisine experience, rich cultural entertainment, nature-inspired activities, and thrilling sport events. The surrounding nature and wilderness allure visitors to get off the beaten track for an unforgettable holiday.