Active & Adventure
You can see the world, or you can hike, bike, climb, trek, ride, raft, surf and snorkel your way all over it.
Follow in the footsteps of explorers and adventurers when you embark on an outback adventure in Australia, cruise the Mekong River, discover America’s national parks, or photograph the stark beauty in Antarctica, all in exquisite comfort. Join a small group tour offered by only the best tour operators throughout the world; National Geographic Expeditions, Crooked Compass, Abercrombie & Kent, andBeyond plus many more. Or have a bespoke luxury private journey tailor made just for you.
EcoCamp Patagonia - Chile
Nestled in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park
The award-winning EcoCamp Patagonia is a cluster of fully sustainable geodesic domes that have been recommended in the pages of Time, Travel + Leisure, and Conde Nast magazine. When not out exploring the park on one of EcoCamp's many excursions and tours, guests can relax with yoga, massage, or bond with fellow travellers over delicious meals and drinks in the Community Domes, all the while surrounded by the raw wilderness of Patagonia. With hikes like the famous W trek and daily excursions on the Wildlife Safari right on your doorstep, there's no limit to the adventures you'll have at EcoCamp Patagonia.
Immerse yourself in the stunning raw beauty of Torres del Paine National Park. Located in the heart of it all is the world’s first dome hotel, EcoCamp Patagonia, modelled on the ancient shelters of the region’s Kaweskar people. Spend your days exploring this fragile paradise with trekking, multi-sport adventures, and wildlife watching, and your nights in harmony with nature in your very own dome. Best of all, EcoCamp Patagonia is 100% sustainable meaning that you can relax and enjoy your trip without worrying about your impact on this fragile land.
Ecocamp Patagonia guests sleep in sustainable domes and eat meals in large community domes overlooking the majestic hills. These are fitted with private or shared bathrooms, wood stoves and private terraces. Choose from an array of guided activities organised daily, including visits the Cueva del Milodón and Torres del Paine National Park. These are available for an extra fee and included for guests travelling with all-inclusive packages.
The end of the world awaits - transform yourself at EcoCamp Patagonia.
Location
Chile: Torres del Paine Patagonia
Duration
4 Days (recommended)Highlights
- 100% Sustainable Eco Tourism.
- EcoCamp Patagonia is situated a short walk from the trailhead of the base of the towers trek and the iconic routes of Torres del Paine.
- Geodesic domes have panoramic views and ceiling windows to look up at the night sky and star watch.
- Superior and suite domes are larger, with private bathrooms and heating. Suites have a mezzanine level.
- Activities include hiking, puma tracking, multisport activities like horse riding, biking, kayaking.
- The yoga dome hosts daily group yoga sessions in the morning and early evening.
- Onsite massage therapist (not included).
- The atmosphere at the camp is very relaxed and sociable.
- The camp uses local products and employs staff from the area in its social commitment to the region.
Within The Wild at Tutka Bay Lodge
Adventures Abound
Tutka Bay Lodge sits at the entrance to a splendidly rugged seven-mile fjord at the southern end of Kachemak Bay, near Homer, Alaska. The Tutka Bay area offers rugged coastlines, deep fjords, dramatic mountains, quiet beaches, old growth Sitka spruce forests, and amazing tidal fluctuations. Situated on an eleven-acre property, Tutka Bay Lodge offers a main lodge, six private guest accommodations, a sauna, hot tub and boat house – all connected by a boardwalk. The large deck offers seating as well as an area for helicopter landing.
Whilst at Tutka Bay Lodge learn the secrets of an award-winning chef during a cooking class in a rustic kitchen on a repurposed crabbing boat. Bask in the orange glow of Alaska’s midnight sun while digging for steam clams and plucking mussels in Tutka Bay. Launch a kayak or rowboat from the boathouse and paddle into the neighbouring fjord, discovering its secret coves and secluded islands. Soak in the wood-fired hot tub overlooking inky waters, enjoying views of forested isles and the surrounding snow-capped mountains. Hike the property’s nature trails, walking through forests of old-growth spruce and alongside tidal pools alive with sea stars and frilled anemones.
The lodge is open for the summer season, from early May through mid-September. Alaska’s southern coast is cool during this time of year and nighttime temperatures drop. Due to its location in the far north, Tutka Bay sees long periods of daylight during the summer months. Children are welcome guests at Tutka Bay Lodge, where experiences can be tailored for travellers of all ages. Large cabins accommodate families, and there are special dining menus and activities available for young guests.
Location
Duration
Highlights
- National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World
- Sits along a private cove within a rugged fjord at the edge of the Kachemak Bay State Park
- Six cozy cabins with stunning sea and mountain views
- The Wilderness Kitchen, offering culinary classes on rotating subject matters
- Expansive beachfront deck with outdoor seating and a wood-fired hot tub
- Boathouse with a fleet of kayaks and rowboats
- Wellness program featuring yoga classes, a sauna, and spa services
- Library with collections on the region’s ecology, art, archaeology, and more
- Daily lodge-based activities including cooking classes with the lodge chefs, complimentary massage, and yoga classes on the deck
- Wine and beer tastings featuring Alaska micro-brewed beers and wines from the USA and beyond
- Children under 12 can participate in Kid’s Adventure Program
Within The Wild at Winterlake Lodge
Explore Alaska's Wild Interior
Situated on the western edge of the Alaska Range, Winterlake Lodge settles you into wild, rugged mountains and glaciers. Nestled on 15 acres along Mile 198 of the Historic Iditarod Trail, the lodge overlooks peaceful Finger Lake — where you will land by float plane in the summer, and ski plane in the winter. Fly-fish or raft remote rivers; heli to dramatic active glaciers for summer dog sledding or hike historic trails with access to Mount Denali viewpoints. The property offers five individual guest cabins, a central main lodge, gardens, sled dog lot, and a sauna house. The hand built, knotty pine guest cabins provide luxury and cozy space to rest and rejuvenate after a day’s adventure.
Wolverine Mountain, behind the lodge, offers quick access to spectacular and varied hiking trails with access to viewpoints of Mt. Denali, migrating birds, wildflowers and berries that are difficult to see in other locales. Winterlake Lodge is the starting point for adventure, float and fish nearby rivers, land on surrounding glaciers, hike wildflower meadows and summit ridgelines in the Tordrillos on any of the daily exploration opportunities. All lodge guests have the opportunity to enjoy complimentary massage, yoga classes, daily cooking classes, cheese tastings, and personalised service.
Location
Duration
Highlights
- National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World
- Nestles on fifteen acres along Mile 198 of the Historic Iditarod Trail
- Only five individual guest cabins
- Kayak, paddleboard, or canoe along peaceful Finger Lake, watching for wildlife and numerous bird species on the shore
- Soar in the lodge helicopter to remote spots in the surrounding mountains to fly-fish, raft, or ski
- Enjoy a book next to the wood-fired stove or take a soak in the outdoor cedar hot tub at the end of an active day
- Hike wilderness trails surrounding the lodge, and return for a scrumptious meal
- Learn to drive your own team of huskies on the snows of the historic Iditarod Trail in winter
