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Sky Adventure Tours & Safaris is a mobile safari company which is based in Maun, Botswana offering Tailor-Made safaris and lodge to lodge private guiding in all areas of Botswana including the World heritage site Okavango delta and Moremi game reserve, Savuti and Chobe river front, semi arid areas of Nxai pan and Makgadikgadi pans and the Central Kalahari game reserve. Cultural village tours, boat cruises and mokoro excursions.

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What is a sky safari?

When you hear the phrase “sky safari,” your mind may wander to scenes of Meryl Streep and Robert Redford soaring above the Masai Mara in a single prop plane in Out Of Africa . That image is partly true—you’ll still witness the majesty of destinations such as Kenya and Tanzania, but you’ll experience a luxury and ease of travel the movie’s protagonists definitely did not.

If you don’t have extra days to burn in transit, then a sky safari will give you the most value for your time. Instead of traveling overland from one safari camp to the next, you’ll be transported efficiently on private planes.

Why reserve a sky safari over a traditional overland safari?

When you think of the travel time from your home airport to a major African city, then the travel time out to the African bush, it adds up. There’s still value in exploring via a traditional overland safari; however, a sky safari gets you to the action that much faster. In some itineraries, it can save over 21 hours of travel time, netting you nearly an extra day’s worth of exploring.

Apart from the time saved, sky safaris are also a unique option for safari aficionados. If you’ve already experienced an overland safari, then this could be your next step.

What to expect on a sky safari

From the start, you can expect to fast-track through airports and board direct flights immediately. With no waiting around and no unnecessary connections en route, you’ll be whisked straight into the wilderness. 

Boundless Journeys uses private planes that only have nine seats, and offer epic views from extra-large pane windows that would make Streep and Redford jealous.

We work with a handful of unique boutique camps and lodges that combine style and comfort with unparalleled surroundings. Think a luxury tree house lodge in Tanzania or drifting off to sleep in a Loisaba Star Bed, a luxurious four-poster bed that can be wheeled onto a veranda overlooking a waterhole for panoramic views under a canopy of stars. 

What about the environmental Impacts?

At Boundless Journeys, we are committed to exploring the world in a responsible manner. This was top of mind when designing our sky safaris. Rest assured we are committed to conserving the wild places and the livelihoods of local communities. All our sky safaris compensate for flight emissions and support community conservation. 

Boundless Journeys’ Sky Safaris 

Boundless Journeys offers two options for sky safaris: 

Our Kenya Sky Safari touches down in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park. You’re then whisked away to Loisaba Conservancy on the Laikipia Plateau, and your safari adventure ends in the incredible Masai Mara.  View the Kenya Sky Safari here .

Another option is the Tanzania Sky Safari, which enables you to cover a large swath of land from Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti, Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. All of this is accomplished in 10 days. View the Tanzania Sky Safari here.

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Sky View Adventure stands out as a premier tour operator in Tanzania, boasting not only experience and expertise but also a genuine commitment to your well-being. With offices in Arusha, we are dedicated to crafting personalized and adventurous journeys that align with your expectations.

Our passion for exploring life through travel drives us to create unforgettable experiences, fulfilling the anticipation built up over days and hours of yearning for your tour.

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SkySafari Tanzania

Tanzania is bowl you over country: big, bewitching and breathtaking at every turn..

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We’ve planned our SkySafari Tanzania trip meticulously to maximise your immersion in the African bush (with plenty of lovely surprises along the way)..

You’ll be treated like a VIP from start to finish: we’ll drive you directly onto runways, whisk you away in our private plane, you’ll enjoy a greater luggage allowance, and more space to relax… Then we’ll deliver you into the heart of the wilderness to be pampered at the finest camps and have your eyes opened by the very best guides.

The Ngorongoro crater

Exotic wildlife.

Experience tree climbing lions.

Visit the Soda Lakes and see vast flocks of flamingos.

It’s home to the continent’s highest mountain, the planet’s largest intact caldera, unfathomable numbers of animals, vast golden plains & truly enormous skies.

Welcome to the wild.

Sometimes it feels like the plains stretch on forever. That Tanzania’s wilderness has no end. More than a third of this vast, varied country has been set aside for wildlife; Mother Nature remains well and truly in charge. All this space paves the way for truly spine-tingling encounters, whether that’s watching hordes of wildebeest wandering the heat-hazed savannah; spotting lions lolling on rocky kopjes or leopards lazing up in the trees; standing by lakeshores flushed with a thousand flamingoes; or simply gazing up, far, far from anywhere, at an undiminished dazzle of stars.

Our Tanzania flying safari will plunge you into this natural playground. We’ll deliver you in luxurious and efficient style to the most incredible locations, every last detail taken care of, every need met, every moment out of this world.

The untamed epic

You’ve got front-row seats for the wildest show on earth. ., no second wasted.

We’ve designed our Tanzania fly-in trips to give you more of that most precious thing: time. Using our own fleet of small, smart planes, rather than regularly scheduled flights, our SkySafari Tanzania means you’ll spend around 16 hours fewer travelling. That’s more time for relaxing on your veranda overlooking the plains, picnicking out in the bush or watching the raw-in-tooth-and-claw spectacle of the bush.

You’ll be treated like a VIP from start to finish: we’ll whisk you away in our private planes (which seat only nine passengers); you’ll enjoy a greater luggage allowance, more space to relax… Then, with no needless stops or changes, we’ll land you in the heart of the wilderness.

The best beds

In a private conservancy bordering the national park, Elewana Tarangire Treetops is like something from a fairytale, a scatter of suites teetering amongst the branches of the baobab trees. Elewana The Manor is possibly the most sumptuous stop on the safari circuit: its elegant Cape Dutch-styled cottages are perfectly placed for forays into the Ngorongoro Crater. In the Serengeti, we’ll take you to the best spot for the season: the handsome bygone-era tents of Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp, in the southern Serengeti, are wonderful when the wildebeest are calving and nearby Lake Magadi is flushed with a flamboyance of flamingoes; the sophisticated stilted suites of Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp are the place to watch the annual passing of two million ungulates.

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Big Sky, Montana is a wintertime wonderland. From December to April the region is draped in beautiful snow and ice, and there are many activities available for our visitors to partake in in the great outdoors.

One of the best ways to see the area in winter is to snowshoe, an ancient activity that allows us to walk on top of snow like a winter hare. Snowshoeing is a great activity for any ability level, and affords intimate encounters across the meadows, forests and river bottoms that comprise this stunning landscape. Keeping warm is also important, and this safari will provide a hot meal in West Yellowstone, followed by an educational tour of the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center , a unique opportunity to view bears, wolves and many other animals who can no longer live in the wild. The combination of outdoor excursion and wildlife makes for an incredible day of adventure in the Big Sky region.

Your exact route and itinerary will be determined by your interests, current wildlife sightings, and current weather and road conditions.  Our guides are all highly experienced, with thousands of hours in the field, and will expertly tailor your safari to you and your group.

This full day adventure begins with a journey from Big Sky to the beautiful and remote Northwest corner of Yellowstone National Park, about a 30 minute drive. The Gallatin River Canyon is the hallmark for this region, and includes towering basalt cliffs which are wintering home to Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, old growth forest which harbors nesting pairs of bald eagles, crimson willow stands which are wonderful habitat for moose and elk and riverside meadows where coyotes and foxes hunt voles under the snow. Our guides are natural enthusiasts who will take time to highlight and educate about every encounter with wildlife along the way.

Outside the comfort of the vehicle, the real adventure begins. The use of modern snowshoes, poles and equipment prepares us for any winter terrain we encounter. The sights and sounds of the landscape will come alive as you move further away from the din of the road and the human bustle. Any point of interest the guest or guide might be drawn to is a valuable pursuit. Small details will become apparent; the scratch marks of a bear on the bark of an old fir, century old lichen hanging from the branches of a spruce tree, the flighty trail of a deer escaping a predator, or the loud “caw” of a raven as it flies, unconcerned, overhead. We provide hot drinks on the trail, and plenty of healthy snacks.

After enjoying the exertion of several miles on your snowshoes, we will then transfer to the town of West Yellowstone, MT, about 30 minutes further down the road, where your guide will escort you to a local restaurant for a warm meal. We then spend the afternoon exploring the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center, which offers an indoor museum as well as outdoor exhibit spaces with a diversity of wildlife to observe including 8 grizzly bears, 2 wolf packs, otters, beavers and more. The Center is AZA accredited and is a special opportunity to get up close and personal to wild animals. Yellowstone Safari Co is proud to be a partner for this incredible facility.

What's Included

• Hotel pickup
• Professional naturalist guide
• Private safari
• Catered picnic lunch
• Assorted snack basket
• Non-alcoholic beverages (hot and cold)
• Use of UHD binoculars and spotting scopes
• Use of snowshoes and poles
• Guide gratuities
• National Park entrance fees

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Pickup information.

For private tours , all our guests are picked up (and dropped off) at their lodging location.  We pick up in Big Sky .  When you reserve, we’ll confirm your exact pickup time, based on the season, as well as your exact pickup location.

Please allow your guide an additional 5-10 minutes before and after the scheduled pickup time in case of weather delays or traffic conditions.

Approximate pickup times include:

• 8:00AM Big Sky

Luckily you were recommended to us by the cottage owner where we were staying. We had such a great experience! Excellent service. Our guide was amazing, very polite, extremely knowledgeable and outstandingly passionate about his work. Every second of the trip he made sure we were getting the best of this experience. We booked this tour as one out of seven days we spent in Montana, mostly skiing at Big Sky. We can tell for sure, it is the first time, when in one of our ski trips, the day spent out of the slopes was better than skiing. We enjoyed the beauty of the area in wintertime, and thanks to our awesome guide we got to meet all the dwellers of the area, except for the moose, who chose to hide, postponing his show to ensure us a future return. The entire Montana and Bozeman experience was exceptional, but thanks to Yellowstone Safari Co and our guide, the experience became unforgettable.

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I don't know how to snowshoe; will I be able to participate?

Absolutely. Snowshoeing has a small learning curve. It will likely test your balance at first, but once you get the feel of the large shoes under your feet and how they assist you in walking on top of the snow, you will plod right along. Our guides are there to help you in the learning process and will assist with any gear or personal complaints. It is great activity for anyone who can walk with ease.

What kinds of wildlife will we see in winter?

Wintertime can be a good time to see wildlife such as moose, deer, coyote, elk, bald eagles and bighorn sheep. We will also discover many animal tracks, (their paw or hoof prints in the snow), and sign, (chew marks on trees, dugouts in the snow where canines have been hunting), and many other physical reminders of who and what is out there on the landscape.

What will we see at the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center?

At the center we will have a chance to visit the indoor museum which has great educational information about the region, and predators such as bears and wolves, with both written explanations and stunning visuals. Outside we get to see the animals up close. They are kept in wild-natured enclosures that mimic the environment that they came from, and thrive in. You will get to see natural behavior in bear’s feeding, and wolves interacting with one another. You may also see otters playing and feeding and birds of prey resting on their perches.

Guides and Staff

Local, experienced naturalist guides.

Ash Tallmadge

Naturalist guide / manager.

Grant Johnson

Naturalist guide.

Gary Vodehnal

Garry Edson

Rae Rediske

Further reading, why you should book a winter wildlife safari, feb 22, 2021.

One of the most common responses that I hear when I tell my summer-time clients about our winter wildlife safaris is: I didn’t even know that Yellowstone was open in the winter!  Not only is Yellowstone open, but winter is arguably one of the most spectacular times to visit!

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Southwest Montana is well established as one of the premier locations for outdoor adventure and awe-inspiring natural beauty.  The world renowned ‘Big Sky Country’ has something for everyone, no matter what the season.  For thousands of years, people have traversed this snow-covered landscape by mimicking how the most winter-refined wildlife have been roaming here for even longer…

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Sky Adventure Tours & Safaris

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• Experience the best with us, we provide lifetime Safari experience in Botswana.
• I was born in a wildlife area and and learnt from childhood experience topped with the training obtained on the field
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Makgadkgadi pans - Central Kalahari Adventure 7 Nights/ 8 Days

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About Southern Sky Adventures

We specialize in organizing guided and self-drive tours through Southern and East Africa

Welcome to Southern Sky Adventures! Tailor made itineraries are offered for families, friends and honeymooners to business travelers looking for a trip add on to clubs to adventure seekers. A natural attraction to the wilds, locales and people of Africa served as the motivating factor in starting a business specializing in African safaris after a six month trip to the continent in 2000. The extended journey was difficult to end and upon return to the United States we had to determine a way to keep going back. Leading tours to Africa has enabled us to meet this goal while bringing some local knowledge to would be travelers.

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Richard Pace

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Stephanie Kulak

European Sales

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Liame Vorster

Science Programs Coordinator

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Ilia Makarov

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Catherine Steyn

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What they say... Client reviews

A different view of South Africa

I had been looking forward to a trip to South Africa for many years, knowing how special it would be.  It was all that and more because of Richard Pace and Southern Sky Adventures.  His choice of accommodations, destinations and tours were perfect.  Everywhere we went was superb and each… View more

An Incredible Time

Southern Sky Adventures did a great job helping us to plan our trip to Africa.  They covered all of the details—everything from flights and accommodations to safari essentials to in-country cell phone service to restaurant and activity recommendations.  Richard even managed to make suggestions on how four women should not… View more

Adventure of a Lifetime

I can’t recommend Richard Pace and Southern Sky adventures enough! He’s been travelling all over the continent of Africa for the last 12 years and specializes in an otherwise unknown and intimidating territory. I didn’t know what to expect from South Africa but my trip went off without a hitch… View more

Once-in-a-lifetime Safari

Thanks for helping us put together such an amazing girl’s trip to South Africa.  We couldn’t have asked for a more well-planned adventure.  Your guidance, itinerary recommendations, and hard work in arranging the details definitely helped to make this “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” a truly incredible experience for all.  Between the 4… View more

Worry-Free Group Experience

Our fall trip to Africa included 11 wonderful and diverse individuals for four venues, over a two week period.   How can this many people enjoy themselves so much for this extended period of time?  The answer is Richard Pace!  You worked diligently to anticipate our every need, and continued to… View more

An Unforgettable Vacation

Please use our name as a reference. We had a great experience and an unforgettable vacation. Everything you planned for us was flawless. Laurie, New York View more

The Perfect Itinerary

I went to South Africa in December 2008 with three friends and truly had the trip of a lifetime.  The country is absolutely beautiful and there are so many amazing things to do from safari to whale watching to fine dining in Cape Town.  Southern Sky Adventures planned the perfect… View more

Perfect Honeymoon Trip

I would encourage anyone thinking of travelling to Africa to call Southern Sky Adventures…. View more

Best Travel Experience Ever

I relive that trip in my mind almost daily – it was the best travel experience I’ve ever had.  Thank you for all you did to make it perfect.  Your local knowledge of the people and places definitely were a plus – you couldn’t have picked more excellent guides, trackers… View more

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The Top Adventure Travel Experiences for 2024

Our carefully curated list includes the very best adrenaline-pumping itineraries on Earth.

By Samantha Coles

Whatever adventure means to you — whether it’s venturing into an ice cave, exploring the deep ocean or heading on a months-long expedition through several countries — it’s an ever-blossoming category of luxury travel that always manages to excite. In this year’s annual collection of the best itineraries and adventures on Earth, we’ve covered all bases (and all continents) to bring you the adrenaline-pumping, the never-done-before and the truly spectacular.

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Flying the Skeleton Coast, Namibia

A vast, ethereal expanse of land, the Skeleton Coast — named for the whale and seal bones and the many shipwrecks that once littered the shore — stretches from south Namibia up to Angola. It is a hauntingly beautiful place full of barren desert plains, huge sand dunes, fossil beds, curious vegetation and desert-adapted creatures such as the endangered black rhino and desert dwelling elephant.

The coastal stretch is so gargantuan — 24 miles wide and 310 miles long, as well as being a hostile landscape — that it would be nearly impossible to see it all in one fell swoop, so take to the skies and take it all in from above. Look out for unsettling shipwreck remains along the coast and the ever-changing geological formations. Accommodations during this otherworldly safari consist of tented desert camps that merge into the natural surroundings.

From $9,000 per person for four nights. Contact [email protected], +44 136 785 1018, explorationscompany.com

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Swiss time, switzerland.

Accessible via a smooth boat ride across Lake Lucerne, followed by a delightful ascent in the lacquered, pillar-box red funicular, Bürgenstock Resort stands high above the clouds at 1,640 ft up from the lake. Within the village in the green-grassed (or snow-capped, depending on when you visit) mountains, the resort is comprised of four hotels: the striking architectural masterpiece, Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa; the historic Palace Hotel; the state-of-the-art Waldhotel Health & Medical Excellence center; authentic Swiss chalet Taverne 1879; and the residences.

Of course, the Swiss are known for their excellent timepieces , so where better to create your very own watch. Fly via helicopter to the Cyrus workshop in Geneva , where you can sit at the bench with Cyrus’s master craftsman to design a unique timepiece. Unwind in the resort’s fabulous infinity pool that overlooks the mountains and return a few months later for another stay when the personalized watch is ready to be presented in all its bespoke glory.

From $27,900. Contact [email protected], +41 416 126 000, burgenstockresort.com

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On the rocks, iceland.

Talisker distillery’s first-ever 45-year-old single malt Scotch release, the Talisker Glacial Edge 45 Year Old, is the culmination of its Xpedition Oak series. Aged for over four decades, the liquid was then finished in casks that had been ice fractured in piercing Arctic winds for 96 hours. Naturally, to mark the launch of the Scotch, Talisker hosted a group of keen adventurers (including American surfer and activist Greg Long) on a trip to Iceland , where they explored the Langjökull Glacier, aka the ‘Long Glacier’ — the second-largest glacier in the country at 361 square miles; it sits atop a commanding volcanic landscape in Iceland’s Highlands.

The group explored the glacier’s labyrinth caves under the ice, abseiling and exploring crevasses. Inside the glacier, they learned how Talisker’s new whisky was made and enjoyed a tasting of this wild liquid. Travel specialist Abercrombie & Kent provides bespoke itineraries to the glacial landscapes of Iceland, and offers the opportunity to book a similar trip to the excursion that Talisker’s guests experienced.

Contact [email protected], +44 333 060 3434, abercrombiekent.co.uk

Road Trip, New Zealand

Known for its sublime scenery, New Zealand’s rich geography of fjords, mountains, beaches and lakes means it is practically built for adventure (its magical scenery has served as the setting for a number of famed movie trilogies such as The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit). This 14-day, self-drive itinerary from Wayfairer Travel journeys from North Island to South Island. On North Island, you’ll visit Waiheke Island for a wine and gourmet tour (think: fresh oysters and local wines); drive to the enchanting glowworm grottos of Waitomo; learn about Maori culture in the Kaimanawa Range with Tom Loughlin, a renowned tangata whenua (person of the land); watch steam rise from the Wai-O-Tapu geothermal pools during a private tour; and sample the best wine in Hawke’s Bay.

Fly down to South Island and board the TranzAlpine for a scenic train journey into the Southern Alps; embark on a fly-in, fly-out heli-hike — take in views of lake icebergs and the iconic Hochstetter Icefall from the sky before a leg-stretching hike around Tasman Glacier’s otherworldly ice formations; and visit Ben Lomond High Country Sheep Station, a 33,360-acre expanse of forests, lakes, rivers and grazing lands (as well as mining huts and tracks leftover from the gold mining era). Finish the adventure with a jetboat ride through the Shotover River Canyons.

From $13,200 per person. Contact [email protected], +44 117 313 3300, wayfairertravel.com

[See also: The Ultimate Luxury Guide to New Zealand ]

Heli-ski the Seventh Continent, Antarctica

Getting to the seventh continent is no easy feat. Sure, a number of well-known cruise liners will head to ‘The Ice,’ but only those with serious ice-breaking capabilities can venture beyond the tip of the peninsula. And even then, landings are dictated by Mother Nature. But even with all being well, heli-skiing is probably out of the question even if you’re on an all-bells-and-whistles cruise.

So, what to do? Charter La Datcha, a 252-ft SeaXplorer with an ice-classed, IMO Polar Code compliant hull. She has two helicopters on board, a fully certified primary helideck, a standby deck for a second chopper and a below-deck hangar; she is one of the only operations that can provide efficient and safe heli-skiing across the frozen continent. Begin at Puerto Natales, staying at Awasi overlooking the Torres del Paines National Park in Chile, before flying on to King George Island (skipping the infamously choppy Drake Passage) and embarking on a seven- to 10-night voyage for you and up to 12 guests to heli-ski where no one has heli-skied before.

From $985,000 for 12 guests. Contact Oli Corkhill, CEO, [email protected], +44 128 536 6039, leotrippi.com

Great Silk Road, Multi-destination

Consisting of several routes that connected the East with the West and crossing through Central Asia, the Middle East and some parts of Africa, the Silk Road is a momentous historical network that played a crucial role in developing the regions it traversed. This epic odyssey from Wild Frontiers covers the entirety of one major Silk Road route — spanning some 7,460 miles and six countries, the 48-day itinerary begins in Xi’an in central China (this ancient city is famed for being the starting point of the Silk Road) and concludes in Istanbul .

Throughout the fascinating route, you’ll explore important landmarks such as the Wei-Jin tombs in Jiayuguan that date back to 220-420 AD, the Göreme Open Air Museum in Cappadocia, the Registan Square in Samarkand and the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, as well as traversing through incredibly scenic mountains and deserts. Along the way, you’ll stay in an eclectic mix of abodes including an overnight sleeper train , five-star hotels (and some a little more rustic), as well as authentic homestays.

From $18,550 per person. Contact [email protected], +44 203 925 6494, wildfrontierstravel.com

Photo Safari, Borneo

Think of safari and you likely think of searching for the Big Five in Africa. But for a different take, head to Borneo. The third-largest island in the world, it is home to splendid beaches and ancient, biodiverse rain forests where a diverse array of wildlife — including orangutans and clouded leopards — reside. This expert-led, 10-day expedition by Natural World Safaris takes enthusiasts into the rain forests guided by Charles Ryan, a renowned wildlife photographer whose work has graced the pages of National Geographic; he has also appeared in programs on BBC and Netflix.

Visit the Sepilok Forest Reserve where captive orangutans are reintroduced into the wild — observe them at their feeding stations in the rain forest and snap a few close-ups. The Kinabatangan River is home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on the island; cruise at dusk to look for orangutans, pygmy elephants, silvered langurs, hornbills and proboscis monkeys. A short boat ride and overland transfer delivers you to Gomantong Caves, where you’ll spend the afternoon walking in the reserve and visiting the bat cave — on a clear day, millions of bats can emerge from it.

From $9,240 per person. Contact Will Bolsover, founder and CEO, [email protected], +44 127 369 1642, naturalworldsafaris.com

Off-piste Pros, Austria

Ski resort of choice for royal families, Lech is a top-draw destination and the only place in Austria that permits heli-skiing. The place to book is The Arula Chalets, an exceptional 30-bedroom abode with ski-in/ski-out access and amenities that easily outdo some five-star hotels — think: a subterranean two-level spa ; outdoor hot tub, firepit and alfresco dining space; and a generous wine cellar, bar, living area and alpine-chic dining room. Guests of The Arula Chalets have access to some equally exceptional ski experiences, too: heli-skiing , naturally, where you can receive exclusive ‘first up’ morning access to Schneetäli and Mehlsack to guarantee fresh tracks.

But there’s also the opportunity to hit the slopes with Arula’s little black book of former ski champions, including Olympic Gold Medalist Franz Klammer, candidly known as ‘the king of the downhill,’ who can take guests through the six key components of downhill skiing: technique, courage, speed, risk, physical condition and judgment. Or head out with Nadine Wallner, the inspirational double freeriding World Champion who first began skiing in the Arlberg region: She can provide firsthand knowledge of Lech’s terrain, as well as share tales over fondue back at the chalet about her incredible career.

From $10,000 per person. Contact [email protected], +43 664 467 4616, thearulachalets.com

Polar to Polar, Antarctica and the Arctic

A frankly astounding voyage, this itinerary from Viking spans 87 days and 12 countries. Available for the 2025-2026 season, the saga begins in Nuuk, Greenland where you can explore the Nuup Kangerlua Fjord by boat or kayak, witness floating icebergs and hike the Arctic coast; it concludes in the ‘Last Continent,’ where you’ll follow in the footsteps of intrepid adventurers and spend days exploring the dramatic landscapes.

In between the far North and extreme South, you’ll explore Canada (look out for whales at the Saguenay Fjord and explore Toronto’s bustling foodie scene); Mexico (sail the Gulf of Mexico and visit a sacred pre-Columbian Mayan religious site); Panama; Ecuador; Peru ; Chile (navigate the dramatic Chilean fjords) and Argentina (visit the ‘End of the World’ in Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego National Park). Your vessel is the Viking Octantis, a 655-ft Polar Class purpose-built expedition ship. Book the Owner’s Suite, a 1,238-sq-ft, multi-room suite with a Nordic balcony, garden lounge area with badestamp (a traditional wood-sided hot tub), separate dining area/boardroom seating six and library. Guests of the Owner’s Suite also get first dibs on embarkation, restaurant reservations and spa treatments.

From $80,995 per person. Contact +1 800 304 9616, vikingcruises.com

Land of the Rising Sun, Japan

Soaring mountains, bustling markets, tranquil shrines, onsen hot springs, unique cuisine, centuries-old traditions and futuristic cityscapes — Japan is a land of contrasts, and there is so much to experience that it can be hard to squeeze it all in during one trip. Enter: Tully Luxury Travel. The itinerary planning expert can create a custom journey through the land of the rising sun with private guides to showcase the culture and history.

Visit Tokyo and weave through the sprawling Tsukiji Market to indulge in local delicacies and enjoy a private sushi-making master class. Head north of Tokyo into the mountains to the town of Nikko — the scenery and sacred mountains have been the backdrop of Shinto and Buddhist worship since at least the 8th century. Visit the Toshogu Shrine and uncover the natural beauty of Nikko National Park with its lush forests and tumbling waterfalls.

You can also immerse yourself in Japanese craftsmanship during two distinct private workshops. First, discover Kintsugi, the art of using gold to fix broken pottery; it’s a component of the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi that embraces impermanence and flaws. Then head to legendary swordsmith Yoshindo Yoshihara’s workshop and watch him shape a katana blade; Yoshihara’s work is on display in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. For a different pace, board Guntu, a floating ryokan with 19 rooms, as it glides along the coast of the Seto Inland Sea.

The voyage begins in Hiroshima and includes visits to magical hidden corners and notable spots such as Naoshima, a renowned art destination you can explore with a private guide. Exploring new lands is thirsty work — quench your thirst at the Nishiyama Sake Brewery. Established in 1849, the brewery is set against Tamba’s scenic mountains and still creates sake using time-honored methods. Enjoy a sake pairing lunch in a traditional Japanese tatami room, surrounded by a private Japanese garden that is not accessible to the general public. Round off your Japanese adventure by staying at Moku Iseshima, a private villa perched on Masakijima Island. The owner of the villa is a skilled sushi master and can prepare sushi kaiseki using the freshest local seafood (if you wish, you can head out on a private fishing trip to catch your own).

Price on request. Contact Martha Jacobs, senior travel designer, [email protected], +1 855 360 7618, tullyluxurytravel.com

Skyrunner, Italy

Ran a marathon — perhaps even an ultra marathon — and looking for a new challenge (or a run to brag about)? Enter: Skyrunning. Pioneered in the 1990s by Italian mountaineer Marino Giacometti and a handful of fellow climbers, skyrunning is a type of mountain running that takes place at high altitudes, typically above 6,600 ft where the incline exceeds 30%. It combines elements of trail running, mountain climbing, and sometimes even scrambling over rough and technical terrain.

The courses often include steep ascents and descents on mountainous trails, rocky paths and alpine ridges. And where better to take up a bit of skyrunning than in the glowing Dolomite Mountains , a Unesco World Heritage Site? Make your way to Hotel Sassongher, a traditional South Tyrolean family-owned hotel located in the chic town of Corvara. The hotel’s expert mountain guide will test guests’ mettle along steep mountain running trails, pausing to gaze at the majestic scenery. Come afternoon, take some well-deserved rest in the rooftop whirlpool and sauna, and dine in one of the three traditional stubes (one of which dates back to the 16th century).

Skyrunning from $300 per day; suites from $675 per night. Contact [email protected], +39 047 183 6085, sassongher.it

Deep Sleep, Multi-destination

‘Adventure’ and ‘sleep’ are not two words you would usually associate with one another, but this itinerary from TCS World Travel, the most awarded private jet company, blissfully combines the two. Good quality sleep is intrinsically linked to our overall health and well-being, yet the vast majority of us don’t get enough decent shut-eye. This unique and customizable itinerary takes guests to remote destinations around the world, to get away from the overstimulation of everyday life and retreat to landscapes where silence and darkness are the norm.

Follow your circadian rhythms in dark sky destinations with little to no outside light pollution and designated quiet ecosystems around the globe, visiting nine secluded locations to hone the habits that lead to improved sleep. Throughout the 25-day journey, you’ll visit Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand, Australia, Cambodia, Sri Lanka , Saudi Arabia, Sweden and Canada. Highlights include: marveling at the night sky from Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain in Hawaii ; spending time in the heart of the Outback at a private heritage site; staying on a secluded island in the Gulf of Thailand’s Koh Rong archipelago; sipping cocktails at a watering hole where elephants come to drink in Sri Lanka; looking out for the northern lights from one of Arctic Bath’s (a floating spa hotel) open-air hot tubs, and, if you’re feeling brave, take a dunk in the icy river water.

From $230,000 per person. Contact [email protected], +1 206 995 8655, tcsworldtravel.com

Private World, Mexico

While best known as a private jet charter company, VistaJet’s Private World offers a collection of exceptional experiences. Well-versed in creating adventures in the sky, the experiences take it one step further. Think: a master class with the world’s best winemakers, including the chance to have your own cellar curated or following in Picasso’s footsteps through France and Spain. One of the newest launches in the Private World collection, launched this year, is a wellness-focused journey in Mexico.

The 10-day trip begins with three nights at Todos Santos, where you’ll stay at the Rancho Pescadero, tucked between the sublime beaches of the Pacific coastline and the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains. Spend time in the indoor-outdoor spa; head into the desert for a private guided trek and cool off in the waterfalls; tap into ancient Mayan and Aztec traditions with a cacao ceremony; and salute the sunrise with rooftop yoga. Fly by private jet to Punta Mita, where you’ll spend three nights at the One&Only Mandarina , hidden away on the Riviera Nayarit’s spellbinding coastline. Go snorkeling around the coral reefs of Marieta Islands (the islands are home to dolphins and sea turtles), explore by horseback or spend time in the spa — each treatment room is built within a volcanic rock garden, and treatments are inspired by indigenous and pre-Hispanic cultures.

The final destination is Yucatán, where you’ll stay deep within the Mayan forest at Chablé Yucatan and receive a personalized wellness program. Immerse yourself deeper into Mayan culture at Granada community; there, you will meet resident Mayan women and learn how to cook a traditional recipe. Finally, visit Mexico’s most famed archaeological site, Chichen Itza, followed by a trip to a private cenote within the ruins of a historic ranch. Enjoy a three-course Yucatecán lunch (with tequila , of course) in the shade of the garden.

From $20,700 per person. Contact [email protected], +1 833 853 8872, vistajet.com

Champagne Cruising, France

What, in this world of ours, could possibly be more deliciously romantic than gently floating along France’s pastoral canals on board a chic riverboat? Belmond’s latest addition to its riverboat fleet, Coquelicot, will be officially launching in April. Named for a vibrant shade of red (the term ‘coquelicot’ was originally a French vernacular name for the wild corn poppy of the same hue), the boat has been designed by French architects Humbert & Poyet and has three cabins, an indoor salon with a bespoke champagne bar, and an extensive outdoor deck with an open-air kitchen and dining area.

Days can easily be spent languidly lazing on the boat, but exciting experiences await. Visit the champagne houses of Epernay or — thanks to Belmond’s exclusive partnership with Ruinart — visit the world’s oldest champagne house and head out on a tour of the vineyards before returning to the barge for a private lunch by Maison Ruinart’s chef-in-residence, accompanied by the sommelier’s premier selection of bottles, naturally. The barge is also available for private charter.

Contact +1 800 058 1237, belmond.com

The Perfect Pairing, Marrakech

An enduringly popular destination, Marrakech is pure magic: The frenetic energy of the mazelike souks; the striking Moorish architecture ; the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square; and a number of gorgeous boutique riads. This itinerary by Scott Dunn begins at one such riad, albeit a seriously luxe one — La Sultana is a slice of tranquility in the heart of old Marrakech. Rise with the sun and head out on an early morning run with a personal trainer to witness the vibrant city at its most tranquil, before ticking off all the big sights (including the veritable treasure chest of the Medina) with a private guide.

The next day, head into the stony desert to explore the rocky sand dunes and otherworldly landscape on quad bikes, before retreating to a plush nomadic tent; take in the vast desert while dining under the night sky. Then it’s on to the famed Atlas Mountains — making a pit stop at a local farm in the Kik Plateau, populated by Berbers, to see their traditional way of life. Explore the majestic High Atlas Mountains, hiking through breathtaking landscapes and cascading waterfalls. Arriving in Ourika, guests will saddle up for a mule ride through the Berber Villages to explore their tribes and traditions.

From $8,900 per person. Contact +1 212 738 9597, scottdunn.com

[See also: A Luxury Guide to Marrakech ]

All-terrain Drive, China

Songtsam (meaning ’paradise’ in Tibetan) was founded in 2000 by Baima Duoji, a former Tibetan documentary filmmaker. In 2001, he established the first boutique lodge in Diqing, Yunnan Province — named the Songtsam Lvgu Lodge. Since then, the award-winning collection of boutique hotels has grown to include 16 properties across the Tibetan Plateau — and Songtsam Tours provides an opportunity to combine visits at these different hotels and lodges, designed to discover the region’s diverse culture, rich biodiversity, scenic landscapes and unique living heritage. Songtsam has had a partnership with Land Rover since 2018; its guides have traveled on the Yunnan-Tibet line (where the company’s properties are found). But now, the two have joined forces to introduce two self-driving adventures behind the wheel of a Land Rover Defender.

The two all-terrain routes — Kawagebo Peak Route in Yunnan and the Southeast Tibet Route — provide a fun and seriously off-the-beaten-track experience. Songtsam’s professional drivers will subtly accompany you throughout the journey (and replace you as the driver if you fancy being a passenger), as well as a professional photographer to capture the trip. The journey from Shangri-La to Meili Snow Mountain covers the varied landscapes of the Hengduan Mountains, spanning from Yunnan’s highest point, Kawagebo Peak (22,113 ft), to the Lancang River Valley (altitude below 6,562 ft). This three-mile elevation difference shapes the diverse terrains, including snowcapped mountains, glaciers, meadows, forests and hot dry valleys.

Contact [email protected], songtsam.com

Under the Sea, Maldives

Home to the most astonishing turquoise waters and interesting marine life, the Maldives is a haven for seafarers. At Patina Maldives, Fari Islands in the North Malé Atoll, guests can head a little deeper thanks to a new partnership with pioneering diving and water sports operator Dive Butler International. Ocean Pearl is a two-person submarine that has been engineered by the world-renowned SEAmagine Hydrospace Corporation (SEAmagine submersibles have accumulated over 12,000 dives — surpassing the total number of dives accumulated by all of its competitors combined) and will be operated in conjunction with Dive Butler. Its submarine pilots have gone through extensive training certification, including the completion of SEAmagine’s rigorous training program.

Every expedition is led by an onboard pilot and a surface co-pilot. Ocean Pearl can get up close to reefs safely — and has a 360-degree cabin view, meaning you’ll have an unobstructed peek at the world beneath the surface. Ocean Pearl also offers an opportunity to participate in interactive programs under the sea, contributing directly to the preservation and protection of the marine ecosystem. Under the guidance of marine biologists and environmental experts, guests take part in data collection and documentation, and help ongoing research efforts.

Dives from $2,500 per person; Beach Villas from $1,900 per night. Contact [email protected], +960 400 0555, patinahotels.com

Land and Sea Safari, Africa

Dorsia Travel was founded by couple Tom and Lucie Cahalan after they’d spent many years concocting their own experiential travel itineraries (and creating dream itineraries for their friends). In fact, Tom’s blog, The Good, The Bad and The Luxurious, detailed his self-funded trips (no influencer trips here) and he quickly became a trusted authority on all things luxury travel — a number of the blog’s earliest readers now count among Dorsia Travel’s long-standing clients. Dorsia (yes, named for the fictional restaurant in American Psycho where it is impossible to get a ‘res’) has unveiled new itineraries for 2024, including the Helping Hands Land and Sea Safari.

It begins with five nights at Kenya’s Ol Jogi, an exceptional 11-bedroom estate on a private 58,000-acre conservancy. The over-the-top lodge is a lesson in maximalism (according to Tom: “It looks like the Addams Family designed it, whilst on mushrooms”), with riotous decor, secret tunnels, a real bank vault on-site and a sprawling pool with a waterfall. But dig a little deeper and there’s more to it — the owners fund a world-leading veterinary clinic, finance sustainability initiatives at neighboring conservancies and fund locals’ schooling.

During the five nights, guests can help out by feeding elephants and having other close encounters with the animals with the support of Ol Jogi’s committed guides. For a greater overview of Ol Jogi’s surroundings, Dorsia Travel can organize naturalist-guided helicopter tours over Mount Kenya and nearby lakes. A private charter to Rwanda allows for a four-night stay at the four-bed Singita Kataza House and the opportunity to interact with gorillas in the wild. After additional days hiking and admiring playful golden monkeys, there’s time to decompress during a five-night stay at Tanzania’s paradisiacal Thanda Island . This idyllic five-bed retreat is surrounded by the serene Shungi Mbili Island Marine Reserve. Along with supporting coral reef-restoration projects and potentially observing nesting turtles, stays here from October to March provide the possibility of swimming in the Indian Ocean’s warm waters with whale sharks.

From $650,000 for eight people. Contact Tom Cahalan, founder, [email protected], +44 122 375 5195, dorsiatravel.com

[See also: Experience Luxury South Africa with Completely Unique Safaris ]

This article appears in the 04 Mar 2024 issue of the New Statesman, Spring 2024

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