There is a place, accessible only by boat, where all that nature has created, from sheltered coral reefs to protected mangroves, over thousands of years has been preserved by those devoted to its care. A place called Gaya Island Resort at Pulau Gaya. This stunning 5 star accommodation sits on a remote island in Malaysia set apart from the main island where you can truly feel solitude and relax in a laid back environment.
The Datai Langkawi is a luxurious destination resort nestling in the heart of a 10-million-year-old rainforest, set against a backdrop of primordial mountains. It opened in 1993, overlooking the Andaman Sea and the white-sand beach of Datai Bay. Home to a wealth of wildlife, it offers each guest a magical escape, a crafted experience and connection with nature. Designed by the visionary architect Kerry Hill and interior designer Didier Lefort, it is the most awarded resort hotel in Southeast Asia. Lefort has led the refurbishment to make the most of the striking natural surroundings. Flag-bearers for the art of Malaysian hospitality, the resort’s team believes that luxury is defined by bespoke service that comes from the heart.
In the wilds of the Hwange National Park sits Nehimba Safari Lodge. Surrounded by rolling grasslands and overlooking a watering hole, this lodge offers guests an authentic and traditional safari experience. The lodge is small, with only 9 safari suites, meaning it is private and exclusive, and will give guests a unique and once-in-a-lifetime experience of the park. The suites are spacious and comfortable, with cosy beds and private deckings. Meals are served in the main area which boasts a stunning view of the watering hole, so no wandering or thirsty animals are missed while guests tuck into delicious food. Game drives and game walks are offered here, allowing guests to get up close and personal with the astounding biodiversity of this breathtaking national park.
The Highlands is a unique camp, set among the treetops of a forest on the outskirts of the Olmoti Crater. The domed tents peer out over treetops, offering guests stunning views of the natural landscape where the remnants of collapsed volcanos lay scattered across the horizon. This World Heritage Site is home to an abundance of wildlife including lions, elephants and giraffes, and the camp’s location makes it the ideal spot for enjoying game drives to both the Ngorongoro Crater and Empakaai Crater. Guests at The Highlands can enjoy an authentic safari experience, surrounded by rich wildlife and within reach of local Masaai villages where you can learn about the culture and heritage of the land and its people.
Bomani Tented Lodge lies just a 5-minute drive from the Hwange National Park, allowing safari-goers easy access through the lodge’s private gate. The lodge is located within its own private reserve, meaning that guests can enjoy incredible wildlife sightings from the comfort of the Bomani’s grand viewing platform which overlooks the Bomani Pan, where elephants often gather to drink and bathe in the pleasant water. The camp is small and intimate, consisting of just 11 tented accommodations and suites. This allows guests to delight in a personal and exclusive safari experience in the heart of the African bush, surrounded by unspoilt views and a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoy a range of fun activities such as a visit to the local village on horseback, exciting game drives and observing candid wildlife from one of the lodge’s hides. End the day with a sundowner as the sky fills with burning colours and the plains surrounding the Ngamo Forest Area are bathed in an orange glow.
The Ultimate migration safari experience awaits you here at Sayari Camp, situated amid one of the most consistent game sighting locations in all the Serengeti. Sayari Camp is perfectly situated to view the Mara River crossings of the Great Migration, in which thousands of zebra and wildebeest dare the arduous river crossing. Embark from camp in the company of experience guides, familiar with the land and wildlife for a variety of thrilling safari activities such as 4×4 game drives, bush walks, hot-air balloon excursions, bird watching adventures, cultural tours and an in-camp micro-brewery and health spa experience. Here, you can expect the finest of bush dining, with sumptuous meals prepared freshly each day from the freshest produce locally available, comprising three meals throughout the day and a lavish three-course meal in the evening.
Lemala Ndutu Tented Camp is in the Ndutu region of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area near the border of the Southern Serengeti. This area is classic savannah, characterized by flat grassy plains, and our camp is in one of the finest locations in Ndutu to see the migration between December and March. Tens of thousands of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle usually arrive in December to graze on the newly-watered, highly-nutritious short grass plains, and then by February, the main calving season takes place. Predators – especially the big cats – are highly concentrated in the Ndutu area in these months. With 9 tents, Lemala Ndutu is perched on the edge of a permanent marsh, and acts as the ultimate amphitheatre to capture the boundless drama that accompanies the migration
Lemala Mpingo Ridge camp perches atop the Mpingo Ridge where it can be reached by cooling breezes and sounds of the wild. This high up spot allows for beautiful sweeping views of the plains of the Tarangire National Park and Tarangire River. Enjoy uninterrupted relaxation and adventure in one of the few lodges where you’ll be making the most of your experience no matter where you are, whether it’s out on a game drive getting up close to wildlife or relaxing in the infinity pool watching the world go by. With a great range of activities, guests will be able to make the most of the picturesque landscape, local cultures and the thriving populations of wildlife.
Parador Ocean Resort & Spa Hotel, is located on Punta Quepos in the most pristine and tranquil area of Manuel Antonio, yet within minutes from the World Famous Manuel Antonio National Park, the small sport fishing town of Quepos, and the local airport. Its elegant Mediterranean style architecture is modeled after the Traditional Spanish Paradores, and quaint European “boutique hotels”, and has made the resort one of a kind. With 129 rooms and Suites, which offer all the expected amenities of a Deluxe Resort alongside European refinement and a warm tropical touch! The entire Parador experience is incredible, from wildlife and tropical gardens to infinity pools, and a Jacuzzi at the Spa. The Parador Ocean Resort offers excellent service, excitement, romance, and much more.
Rated one of the best ecolodges by NatGeo, Pacuare Lodge is luxurious and exclusive. An eco-hotel with only 20 suites, and situated on the banks of one of the world’s most scenic, white-water wonders, the Pacuare River of Costa Rica. This unparalleled location, with its vibrant nature, offers a scenic backdrop to adventure, romance and wellness. Simple, and yet sophisticated, the indigenous Cabécar-inspired architecture, pristine rainforest and luxurious, well-appointed accommodations come together to offer an experience like no other.