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Australian Wilderness & Outback Journeys
Private and luxury journeys to The Kimberley, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Red Centre, Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre...
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Experience life in the outback like no other on this luxury 7-days North Queensland outback worldliness. Immerse yourself in station life or settle in with nature as you uncover Gilberton’s ecological assets, gold mining, cattle production, mountain ranges, granite boulders and natural springs. Discover local wildlife and be transported back in time viewing Aboriginal rock art or simply soak in the natural wilderness. Take in the spectacular views of Australia’s most rugged and remote landscapes from the air as you embark on scenic flights as well as explore on land and water. Immerse the meaning of outback luxury while staying at an exclusive outback retreat.
Commencing in Cairns, arrive on a scenic charter flight into your ultimate outback experience. Over the next 6 days plunge into a plethora of guided tours and experiences tailored to your needs and unique to the retreat. Traverse into a balance of cattle station and nature refuge from station activities like feeding and mustering, explore the remnants of gold rush days, have a go at gold fossicking or simply soak up the tranquility at the homestead. Relax in the comfort of this warm and hospitable sanctuary, where nothing is too much trouble.
Go beyond the unexpected and encounter an extraordinary ancient land at the award-winning and luxurious, Outback Retreat. Located in the gorgeous goldfields country of northern Queensland that overlooks the Gilbert River and boasts uninterrupted panoramic views. Stay at an 88,000-acre working cattle station and experience authentic hospitality in an all-inclusive collection of gourmet country meals, beverages, tours and experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime. Where there is no phone, no TV or internet- detox from technology to truly escape and relax.
Let time pass by while all your needs are taken care of. This incredibly rewarding experience will take you beyond and into the heart of outback Australia. Wander in a once in a lifetime collection of discovering an untouched part of Australia you never knew existed. Journey into true outback life and recharge in the privacy of an ultimate understated luxury retreat.
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The ultimate 4WD adventure tour in the Kimberley!
Discover the “real” outback Australia on this action-packed, 13-day, camping expedition of the incredible Kimberley Coast and Gorge Country. Highlights include Dampier Peninsula, Gibb River Road, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, El Questro Wilderness Park, Lake Argyle, Bungle Bungles and Geikie Gorge.
Departing from Broome, set out with a group of maximum 20 travellers to discover the Kimberley: one of the oldest and largest landscapes in the world and one of the last wilderness frontiers. From the sea to the savannah, you’ll find abundant wildlife, jaw-dropping canyons, freshwater swimming holes and several outback stations including the iconic El Questro Wilderness Park. Immerse yourself in remote Aboriginal communities. Visit Australia’s oldest pearl farm. Discover the secrets of Tunnel Creek. Blaze along the iconic Gibb River Road. Marvel at the manmade agricultural oasis of Lake Argyle. Ponder the mysterious beehive domes of Bungle Bungles. Visit authentic outback towns and a real-life ghost town. Cruise the ancient fossil reef of Geikie Gorge. And, if you’d like, top it all off with a night or two in one of Broome’s luxury resorts.
At the end of each day, relax and unwind in some of the Kimberley’s most picturesque campsites. All campsites have preerected tents, hot showers and flushing toilets, as well as a ton of character not found anywhere else.
This once-in-a-lifetime, 13-day, 4WD camping expedition includes 12-nights’ accommodation in hotels and campsites, with upgrades to basic cabins or luxury tents included on nights 2, 6,7, 10, 11 and 12. All meals and transport are included along with a private guide, and activities and experiences as listed.
Leave no stone unturned from the sea to the savannah on this 13-day, 4WD camping expedition of through the iconic Kimberley. The unspoilt, rugged landscapes on this sunburnt country will leave you breathless.
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The eleven-day Bhutan Himalayan Explorer is designed for those who seek a challenge. Led by experienced personal guides, you'll trek through the Paro Valley to Thimphu, and then on to the Punakha Valley including three-day Druk Path Trek hike. From the gravity-defying Tiger's Nest monastery to the Temple of the Divine Madman, the itinerary combines spectacular drives, nature walks and fascinating cultural visits. With three-night fully-serviced camping on the famous Druk Path Trek, four nights at COMO Uma Paro (5 star boutique), and three nights at COMO Uma Punakha (5 star boutique), the trip offers you the best of Bhutan Himalayan adventures in style.
The multi-day Bhutan Himalayan adventure includes breakfasts, picnic lunches, and dinners, ponies for luggage transportation, the services of an experienced guide and chefs, all tentage, kit bags and a first aid kit. Due to the activities and heights reached, this trip has been graded as a moderate to hard adventure. As an indicator of suitability, you should be able to walk up to 20 kilometres across mountainous terrain within six to seven hours.
The tour is privately guided and fully supported. You only need to carry a day pack.
The package also offer you daily yoga class during your stay at COMO Paro, as well as one session of the signature COMO Shambhala body treatment for you to unwind.
With the experienced Himalayan expert guide and luxurious COMO Uma hotels, this ten-night Bhutan Himalayan Explorer ensures you are privy to all that this mysterious country has to offer.
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Discover nature’s hidden wonders at Plains Camp, Home of Rhino Walking Safari, an intimate explorer abode nestled in the heart of a private 12 000-hectare wilderness in the world-famous Kruger National Park. An activity-based destination, Plains Camp specialises in wilderness walking safaris led by dedicated guides. Immerse yourself beyond the rich wildlife and into liberating experiences with nature and the astounding biodiversity of the famed Kruger National Park. Gaze out in the wild with ease from the comforts of your room or private wooden deck with views overlooking the Timbetente Plain. A bewildering destination astutely designed to reflect authentic pioneer tradition and the serenity of a 19th-century naturalist’s haven. Relish meals professionally prepared by the on-site culinary team and served al fresco around a comforting campfire. Enjoy once-in-a-lifetime walks through the bushveld at this exclusive safari camp with specially tailored walking trails to explore the surrounding Kruger National Park on foot, the home of the famous ‘Big 5’. Soak up the intricate details of the bush, and numerous wildlife sightings accompanied by professional armed rangers in the lush South African wilderness. For a truly memorable experience, consider a night at the sleepout decks overlooking the waterhole under the starry African sky.
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Experience Australia’s greatest river, The Murray in South Australia. Over 4 exhilarating days, explore its red-gum forests and wetlands on foot and by boat encountering wildlife, waterbirds and spectacular cliffs while discovering the stories of this ancient landscape. Dine and relax each night on floating houseboat accommodation.
The Murray River lies within the internationally recognised Riverland Ramsar Wetland of International Importance in South Australia. A combination of guided walking and peaceful cruising immerses you in this unique landscape, exploring the rich river heritage including Aboriginal culture, pastoralism and the intricate network of paddle-steamers, locks and weirs that operate within this fascinating river system. This is a wildlife spotters paradise, the wetlands area is renowned for its water birds, the endangered Southern bell frog and the handsome Regent parrot. Encounters with Red and Grey Kangaroos, emus, black swans and pelicans are a regular occurrence on the Murray River and 179 bird species have been recorded, including the elusive Red-capped Robin and mischievous Fairywrens.
All water transfers and the Day 4 return cruise from Bunyip Reach cliffs to Renmark are on a 12-seater catamaran cruiser which your guides will expertly navigate through more than 70km of tranquil waterways. At the end of each day's walking, you will be greeted with a beverage at the campfire before a 3-course dinner and a restful night in the comfort of a double room with superb river views on board your floating houseboat accommodation.
As well as all guided walking and cruising, your tour includes 3 nights' accommodation on board modern houseboat accommodation, all meals, Riverland roasted coffee and local chocolate.
A highly enjoyable and memorable way to learn about a complex ecosystem. Your highly knowledgeable and experienced guides will inspire you with their passion for the region, leaving you with memories of a beautiful and diverse wetland landscape.
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This luxury walk combines the captivating sights of Beijing, one of the world's great cities, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience of a private helicopter flight over the Great Wall. You'll explore Beijing's past, present and future and see how these are forced together in the crowded neighbourhoods and streets of the city.
Your escorted adventure starts from Tiananmen Square, where you can take in the full weight of its historical and cultural significance. Enter the Forbidden City and delve into China's cultural treasures. The largest ancient palatial structure in the world was home to 24 emperors for almost 500 years from Qing Dynasty to Ming Dynasty. Consisting of 980 surviving buildings and 8,886 chambers over 720,000sqm, the Forbidden City is a 'city within a city', which you can image will be a long and interesting walk.
You'll then experience a different vibe by wandering through Beijing's antiquated and interwoven hutongs, walking through the popular imperial neighbourhoods around Houhai Lake, and be spoilt with Fine French dining in a 600-year-old temple courtyard.
Your Great Wall experience will start with a grand heli flight. Then you'll hike with your guide on the 2,000 year old Great Wall of China, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stop at an ancient tower to enjoy a gourmet picnic while looking at the wall snake across the verdant hills.
The tour will also provide you with the opportunity to engage with the local Chinese culture. Practice tai chi with a master in the Temple of Heaven built in 1420 for the emperors to make sacrificial ceremonies and pray for harvests. Also learn how to make dumplings listen to the interesting stories of your local host who has been living her whole life in the Hutong area.
Throughout the trip, you'll stay at the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Beijing, one of Beijing's most gorgeous hotels. Outside it has impeccable glamor, while inside it whispers a boutique elegance inside, It artfully blends rich Chinese tradition and modern sophistication in the prestigious heart of Beijing's imperial district. You'll have an experienced English speaking local guide with all the insider knowledge throughout the tour.
Take the tour of a lifetime to Beijing, and let us to show you the best of the figurative heart of the Middle Kingdom that is Beijing.
Situated in South Luangwa in Zambia, world-renowned and birthplace of walking safaris, The Tafika Camp transports you to some of the most breathtaking and untouched wilderness in Africa. Seated on the east bank of the Luangwa River, north of the Nsefu Sector, this scenic camp being one of the most exotic and untouched wildlife sanctuaries left in Africa, promises uncommon, exceptional game viewing appended to thrilling undertakings boasting a lions, leopards, wild dogs, elephants, giraffes, hippos and crocodiles hotspot. In addition, it has access to 3 diverse habitats: Luangwa riverside, Mutanda plains and salt pans giving ultimate wildlife viewing in particular seasons as well as impressive in-camp game viewing due to hides and camp waterhole. It features six spacious chalets with en-suite facilities, built from natural elements around the trunks of stunning sausage and leadwood trees. The outstanding location of this camp makes it one of the best places to immerse in a unique profile of diverse wildlife from dusk till dawn. The meals crafted here boasts to be amongst the best in the Luangwa Valley. They are prepared using local, fresh ingredients; some of which are sourced from the garden to provide the best culinary experience. From morning till night, experience nature like you never have before with an array of exciting activities from in-camp wildlife viewings, to walking and biking safaris, and to game drives, all to unearth the bewildering wonders of Mother Nature embedded in every step of the sector. Tafika Camp provides you with everything you need to experience nature in its unfiltered essence.
Align with nature where it lays pristine, in the middle of a forest where it's all serene and soothing. Domiciled in an ancient Japanese forest, this iconic hot spring inn, Oyado The Earth, sits majestically atop a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. A sixteen-suite inn on the Pacific coast near Toba City, within the Ise Shima National Park. Each room is a haven for rest, with a private open-air spring-fed bath attached to every suite. Dine at Ran Cuisine, a traditional multi-course kaiseki presentation, drawing on ingredients from the land and sea in and around the national park. Amplify the experience with scenic views of the Pacific Ocean and Ise Shima National Park from your dining seat. Relax and unwind at the Bar Maze at night after dinner, or whisk away at the library maze where beverages await your indulgence. Observe nature in its naked splendour from the earth observatory deck, gazing at the ocean as it spreads into oblivion. Elevate your nature experience at the Promenade, a nature walk with a narrow passage that ushers you to the beach and stunning views of the ocean. Oyado The Earth Inn also makes a perfect haven to end the iconic Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage walk. Pamper your body to sublime relaxation at the Sou massage parlour. Awaken your five senses to various body and facial treatments at the spa, and witness the healing powers of warm springs and hot baths at the private healing spa.
Discover a whole new immersing perspective to an impeccable safari at the back-to-basics Simbavati Trails Camp. A digital detox walking camp located in the world-famous Timbavati Private Game Reserve, an eminent South Africa natural beauty bordering the remarkable Kruger National Park. This luxurious and eco-friendly camp offers a true Simbavati unique game viewing experience. Boasting four Meru-style guest tents arranged in a quarter circle setting, each named after iconic local bird species, the tents highlight an indigenous aura with en suite facilities and a front private balcony complimented with safari chairs offering lovely views of the surrounding bush. Enjoy a peaceful siesta on the sunlounges, relax reading a favourite book or over a fine selection of cocktails and premium wines at the scrupulously placed deck adjoining the fabulous plunge pool. Delicious meals crafted by experienced chefs from locally sourced ingredients prepared over an open fire pot are served at the main dining tent or the exclusive boma located at a comfortable distance from the main dining area. Enjoy hiking, and themed dinner nights, or join expertly guided walking tours and short game drives deep into the magnificent Timbavati Private Game Reserve to behold the fascinating sights of the notorious Big 5 and other varieties of wildlife.
Experience the best Tropical North Queensland has to offer. Discover the world heritage listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, 4WD the wild and beautiful Bloomfield Track - rated as one of Queensland’s most scenic short road trips, and Sail and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef on a luxury sailing catamaran. To lay in the lap of luxury, spend 5 nights at The Reef House - a boutique 5 star colonial charm in the heart of glamorous beach village of Palm Cove.
From the moment chauffeur transfer you from Cairns to beautiful palm-fringed beach, friendly staff greet you with a cold towel and gin infused welcome drink, the stresses of modern life drift away. You have two day activities arranged and the rest of time is all at your leisure.
Step away from civilisation and back in time on a small group tour to explore the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef, mountains scrape the sky. Sit back and relax in comfort in a custom-built 4WD air-conditioned vehicle while listening to informative and entertaining commentary by your local naturalist guide.
You'll also enjoy a full day experience of the Great Barrier Reef with a snorkelling and sailing tour to Low Isles on a luxury sailing catamaran. Relax on the white sandy beach of the island, snorkel over the magnificent coral gardens in the blue lagoon with a marine biologist and swim with turtles in their natural habitat, and explore the nature and history of Low Isles on an Island Heritage Walk with an expert guide.
Spend your rest of days doing as much or as little as you like. Walk around barefoot on the beach lined with 500-year-old melaleuca trees, relax in the adult’s only pool, or revive with yoga, aqua aerobics and cocktail making classes. Finish your day with drinks and canapés served in the Brigadier’s lounge before candlelit dinner with the views across to the coral sea.
Escape to tropical paradise to immerse yourself in nature and disconnect from the modern world. Fringed by reef and enveloped by rainforest, an unforgettable journey awaits in Tropical North Queensland.
Note: Extra night stay is available. Please contact us to book.
Tour Extension Idea: 2 day 1 night Cooktown & Outback (Fly/Drive) tour.