Wildlife & Eco Experiences
Nothing can match the visceral thrill of witnessing animals in the wild.
Whether it is swimming with a whale shark on Australia’s Ningaloo Reef, or coming face-to-face with a silverback gorilla in Uganda, nature has a way of reminding us how insignificant we are. Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat can be an inspiring, breathtaking and potentially life-changing experience. We only recommend wildlife and eco experiences that conserve and educate through responsible sustainable tourism practices.
&BEYOND Africa Private Jet Journey
Truly the Ultimate Privately Guided Safari Experience
&BEYOND’s Private Jet Journeys offer an unrivalled opportunity to explore Africa’s most prized destinations in sublime exclusivity. Solely created with privacy, authenticity and flexibility in mind, these extraordinary set-departure tours cater for intimate groups and offer special access to a series of unique experiences that are exclusive to &BEYOND guests.
This extraordinary exclusive private jet journey boasts sublime, handpicked accommodation, situated in the most exclusive of settings – 8 nights in the heart of the pristine bush, teeming with wildlife, and 3 nights in two of Africa’s iconic cities. The &BEYOND Private Jet Small Group Journey is an authentic experience, set in the most iconic destinations in Africa.
This journey combines &BEYOND’s unique lodges and reserves across East and Southern Africa with a selection of unmissable destinations & experiences within the areas in which we operate. We will not only expose you to some of the best wildlife experiences in the world but also offer authentic cultural introductions and first-hand insight into our ground-breaking conservation initiatives.
Location
Duration
Highlights
- Fly onboard a Bombardier Challenger 350 and a private PC 12 Charter
- Enjoy a unique 12 day/11 night itinerary spanning 5 countries
- These journeys cater for just 4 to 12 guests, which means plenty of flexibility and privacy
- VIP terminal access, meet and greet service
- Privately guided throughout by a private specialist guide
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
Recommended 4 DaysHighlights
- 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.
The Micato Grand Safari
A Private Safari Is Within Reach
The grand, glamourous, unabashedly luxurious safaris favoured by princes and princesses, potentates, plutocrats, and ex-presidents (Teddy Roosevelt’s epic 1909 safari was one of the first of its sumptuous kind) are central to East Africa’s heritage as one of the world’s most desired destinations. This Grand Safari is Micato’s homage to those old and romantic days, to their indulgent and exquisite grace.
The Micato Grand Safari’s six flights make travel between game preserves and luxury camps a seamless, time-saving joy. And your stays in places like the airy Tortilis Camp in Amboseli; Bateleur or Governor’s Il Moran camps in the Maasai Mara; the charmingly luxe Four Seasons Safari Lodge in the Serengeti; and, of course, the Lewa Safari Camp on the Laikipia Plateau bring you into close and comfortable contact with some of Africa’s richest game lands and most stirring landscapes.
Location
Kenya: Nairobi, Amboseli, Maasai Mara
Tanzania: Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park
Duration
15 DaysHighlights
- East Africa’s most luxurious tented camps and lodges
- Guided rhino-tracking treks
- Tree-top canopy walks in the Ngare Ndare Forest
- Samburu-led camel rides on the plains
- Sunrise hot air ballooning
- Spectacular views and incomparably fascinating ecosystems: regal Mount Kilimanjaro; the Serengeti Plains; the famed Mara River; the Laikipia Plateau and jagged Aberdare mountains; and the Lost World of the Ngorongoro Crater
- Dinner with Micato founders Felix and Jane Pinto
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve - South Africa
Sir Richard Branson’s private game reserve in South Africa
The name Ulusaba means ‘place of little fear’, so named because the koppie, or hill, on which Rock Lodge sits provided the ancient Shangaan tribal warriors with the perfect lookout point. Ulusaba has 20 rooms and suites spread over two lodges: Rock Lodge, including the beautiful Cliff Lodge, and Safari Lodge. Ulusaba sits entirely within the Sabi Sand Reserve near Kruger National Park, surrounded by 13,500 hectares (about 33,000 acres) of open bush. The hills of Ulusaba are spectacular as they rise above the surrounding terrain, offering a view unsurpassed anywhere else in the reserve. People visit the area for the abundant game and the variety of sightings possible – believe us, once you’ve experienced it you’ll be hooked!
Ulusaba is a family-friendly safari destination and most of the staff are Shangaan and hail from the communities that border the game reserve. Shangaans are celebrated for their dancing and singing and a rich musical heritage. Ulusaba was voted as the number 1 resort in Africa in the Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards in 2016 and was ranked as the third best resort in the world! In 2018, Ulusaba was named as the Best Luxury Safari Resort by Travel + Leisure India.
Spend time at Rock Lodge and you’ll be flying with the eagles, or take a walk on the wild side back down to earth at Safari Lodge. When you’re not exploring the bush in a safari vehicle with experienced rangers and trackers, you’ll be indulging in some of the fantastic cuisines or comparing notes with fellow guests on the wildlife you spotted earlier in the day.
Location
South Africa: Sabi Sand Reserve
Duration
Recommended 6 DaysHighlights
- Sir Richard Branson’s private game reserve in South Africa
- All meals, served in a variety of locations around the lodges
- All beverages including a top quality wine list and fine champagne
- Twice daily game drives
- A daily walking safari (weather dependent)
- Fully equipped gym at each lodge
- Contents of your minibar
- An observatory, perfect for star gazing
- Informative talks on flora, fauna and conservation that can be organised on request for both adults and children
- Private dining for up to 6 guests at Safari Lodge’s wine cellar and Rock Lodge’s wine room (subject to availability)
- Aroma Boma spa treatments (ask for rates)
- Wedding packages (contact us for details)
- Scenic helicopter flights over the bush to view spectacular sights such as God’s Window and the Blyde River Canyon – the world’s 3rd deepest canyon. Tours to the local community (not included)
- Private game drives (subject to availability)
Mahali Mzuri by Virgin Limited Edition - Kenya
Sir Richard Branson’s private game reserve in Kenya
Mahali Mzuri is Sir Richard Branson’s 12-tented luxury safari camp in the Kenyan Bush. At Mahali Mzuri you’ll have a front row seat, not just to the migration, but also to the abundant game you can see all year round. The camp is situated in the private Olare Motorogi Conservancy in the wider Maasai Mara ecosystem.The name means ‘beautiful place’ in Swahili, and we hope you agree! Located in the world-famous Maasai Mara ecosystem and right in the path of the annual great migration. Mahali Mzuri sits within the Olare Motorogi Conservancy which covers an area of 13,500 hectares! There are endless opportunities for game viewing, so all you need to do is sit back and let the wildlife come to you!
Location
Duration
Recommended 4 to 6 DaysHighlights
- Sir Richard Branson’s private game reserve in Kenya
- Only 12 luxury tents
- Day and night game drives
- Masaai community tours
- Bush BBq's to champagne picnics, sumptuous dining options
- All meals included whilst staying at Mahali Mzuri
- Spa treatments available
- Max of 24 travellers in camp at any one time
- Can be hired exclusively for private use or function
Time + Tide Miavana - Madagascar
A world of lemurs and chameleons, and a mosaic of unexplored coves.
Madagascar is the land in a forgotten sea. A world of lemurs and chameleons, and a mosaic of unexplored coves, rarity is the luxury of Madagascar. Fringed by white sand beaches and sprawling coral reefs, Time + Tide Miavana stays true to the island's secluded roots, creating a luxurious haven where guests can enjoy our signature experience .
Dotted along the pristine beach, Time + Tide Miavana's 14 villas are a masterpiece in luxury. Natural elements of sea, sand and air meet elegantly through inspired interiors and textures that celebrate the extraordinary island setting. Hand-dyed textiles mirror the endless shades of turquoise shimmering in the ocean views. Local, hand cut stones the colour of seashells accent the walls and the unique turreted shower, evoking castaway luxury at its finest. Floor to ceiling windows offer panoramic views of the Indian Ocean mere metres away.
Throughout the villas, every detail is thoughtfully designed to create the ultimate luxury experience. The one, two and three-bedroom guest sanctuaries offer ample space (minimum 450 square metres), a private pool overlooking the sea, a comfortable lounge, butler service and a well-stocked kitchenette. Each villa has an extra bathroom and a study, which can be converted into a children's bedroom. From your villa, explore the island using the complimentary bicycles and electric buggy.
Location
Madagascar: Nosy Ankao
Duration
Recommended 6 DaysHighlights
- Castaway luxury for pioneering adventures
- Ocean views and direct beach access from every villa
- Exquisite, inspired design
- 14 luxury villas (1, 2 or 3 bedrooms, exclusive use available)
- Eco power + limited wifi and phone signal
- 30 minute (Diego Suarez) or 1 hour (Nosy Be) scenic helicopter flight to Nosy Ankao
- Children of all ages welcome
- Lemur treks + guided nature walks
- Helicopter excursions to nearby nature reserves
- Scuba diving, snorkelling + wide variety of watersports
- World class fishing, from fly to deep sea
- In villa spa treatments
Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley
Immerse Yourself in Tranquility
Discover the sheer splendour of Australia when you stay at Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley, a chic conservation retreat located 2.5 hours’ drive from Sydney in the World Heritage-listed Greater Blue Mountains region. Nestled amongst 7,000-acres of protected wilderness and surrounded by two national parks, the resort immerses you in nature and re-invigorates the soul.The resort’s unique blend of native wildlife, dramatic landscapes and heritage, can be explored through a range of epic outdoor activities including hiking, four wheel driving, mountain biking and horse riding along hidden trails, sparkling creeks and epic ridgelines. Guests are also invited to get hands on with important conservation work. Each of the exclusive abodes feature a spacious living areas to share with your loved ones, along with cosy fireplaces, private pools and picturesque verandas designed to immerse you in the atmospheric Blue Mountains surroundings.
Location
Duration
Highlights
- Ecotourism, seclusion and wellness
- Sophisticated vibe
- Charming freestanding villas
- Villas feature private pools, fireplaces and verandahs
- Enjoy a fully inclusive experience with gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner included in your stay.
- Authentic spa therapies
- Included in the Condé Nast Traveller 2020 Gold List
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
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve - South Africa
Sir Richard Branson’s private game reserve in South Africa
The name Ulusaba means ‘place of little fear’, so named because the koppie, or hill, on which Rock Lodge sits provided the ancient Shangaan tribal warriors with the perfect lookout point. Ulusaba has 20 rooms and suites spread over two lodges: Rock Lodge, including the beautiful Cliff Lodge, and Safari Lodge. Ulusaba sits entirely within the Sabi Sand Reserve near Kruger National Park, surrounded by 13,500 hectares (about 33,000 acres) of open bush. The hills of Ulusaba are spectacular as they rise above the surrounding terrain, offering a view unsurpassed anywhere else in the reserve. People visit the area for the abundant game and the variety of sightings possible – believe us, once you’ve experienced it you’ll be hooked!
Ulusaba is a family-friendly safari destination and most of the staff are Shangaan and hail from the communities that border the game reserve. Shangaans are celebrated for their dancing and singing and a rich musical heritage. Ulusaba was voted as the number 1 resort in Africa in the Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards in 2016 and was ranked as the third best resort in the world! In 2018, Ulusaba was named as the Best Luxury Safari Resort by Travel + Leisure India.
Spend time at Rock Lodge and you’ll be flying with the eagles, or take a walk on the wild side back down to earth at Safari Lodge. When you’re not exploring the bush in a safari vehicle with experienced rangers and trackers, you’ll be indulging in some of the fantastic cuisines or comparing notes with fellow guests on the wildlife you spotted earlier in the day.
Location
South Africa: Sabi Sand Reserve
Duration
Recommended 6 DaysHighlights
- Sir Richard Branson’s private game reserve in South Africa
- All meals, served in a variety of locations around the lodges
- All beverages including a top quality wine list and fine champagne
- Twice daily game drives
- A daily walking safari (weather dependent)
- Fully equipped gym at each lodge
- Contents of your minibar
- An observatory, perfect for star gazing
- Informative talks on flora, fauna and conservation that can be organised on request for both adults and children
- Private dining for up to 6 guests at Safari Lodge’s wine cellar and Rock Lodge’s wine room (subject to availability)
- Aroma Boma spa treatments (ask for rates)
- Wedding packages (contact us for details)
- Scenic helicopter flights over the bush to view spectacular sights such as God’s Window and the Blyde River Canyon – the world’s 3rd deepest canyon. Tours to the local community (not included)
- Private game drives (subject to availability)
&BEYOND Africa Private Jet Journey
Truly the Ultimate Privately Guided Safari Experience
&BEYOND’s Private Jet Journeys offer an unrivalled opportunity to explore Africa’s most prized destinations in sublime exclusivity. Solely created with privacy, authenticity and flexibility in mind, these extraordinary set-departure tours cater for intimate groups and offer special access to a series of unique experiences that are exclusive to &BEYOND guests.
This extraordinary exclusive private jet journey boasts sublime, handpicked accommodation, situated in the most exclusive of settings – 8 nights in the heart of the pristine bush, teeming with wildlife, and 3 nights in two of Africa’s iconic cities. The &BEYOND Private Jet Small Group Journey is an authentic experience, set in the most iconic destinations in Africa.
This journey combines &BEYOND’s unique lodges and reserves across East and Southern Africa with a selection of unmissable destinations & experiences within the areas in which we operate. We will not only expose you to some of the best wildlife experiences in the world but also offer authentic cultural introductions and first-hand insight into our ground-breaking conservation initiatives.
Location
Duration
Highlights
- Fly onboard a Bombardier Challenger 350 and a private PC 12 Charter
- Enjoy a unique 12 day/11 night itinerary spanning 5 countries
- These journeys cater for just 4 to 12 guests, which means plenty of flexibility and privacy
- VIP terminal access, meet and greet service
- Privately guided throughout by a private specialist guide
