Specialist Holidays
Whatever your interest, we can build it into your holiday, make it the sole focus, or simply one feature of a longer trip – it’s up to you. Our travel experts can help you with ideas and inspiration.
Do you have a specialist subject? Perhaps you’re an avid scuba diver, you love golf next to the ocean, or you want to go fishing in Africa. Perhaps you’re looking to arrange a reward trip or team-building holiday for your business, or maybe your real passion is gorgeous spa destinations.
Because every holiday we arrange is tailor-made, we can craft a getaway with a special focus, such as playing tennis, going sailing, mountain-biking in actual mountains, heliskiing or horse-riding. Whatever your interest, we can build it into your holiday, making it the sole focus, or simply one feature of a longer trip. We’ve split some of our specialist subjects into categories below, or you can browse all specialist holidays.
Best Places to See the Northern Lights
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Scott Dunn provides a wide range of tailor-made trips to a number of destinations for the best holidays to see the Northern Lights, including Alaska, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland. We have a range of luxury boutique boltholes from where you can look up at the sky in hopes of catching the Aurora. Whether you sleep in a luxury tented camp, a glass igloo, a log cabin in a remote forest, a tree house, an ice hotel or a traditional hotel, we have a range of options up our sleeves.
Bucket List Trips
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Once the definitive scorecard of things you wanted to experience before you die, the bucket list has expanded to embrace adventure on an epic scale – with no limits for the modern-day explorer.
- Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
- Tailored holidays made just for you
- Access to private local guides
- 24/7 seamless support
Incredible Boat Trips
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Few things beat the feeling of being on the water with the wind in your hair while watching a vibrant sunset. From iconic river cruises to private yacht charters and epic water-based safari adventures, here are some of our favourite boat trips across the world.
Our Top Road Trips
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It is hard to beat the romance and freedom of the open road. For couples and families, a road trip offers the ultimate in flexibility and adventure.
The luxury of your own space can make hitting the road one of the most relaxing ways to travel, enjoy the scenery and meet the locals. Here’s a selection of our favourite self-drives.
Rail Journeys
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Surrender to the cathartic rhythm of rail and the romance and luxury of slow travel.
- Unique exclusive experiences
- Curated collection of luxury accommodation
- 24/7 seamless support
- Customised holidays just for you
Outdoor & Active Holidays
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Is adventure in the great outdoors high on your travel wish list? If getting soaked on a white-water rafting trip or paragliding into a 5-star resort sounds like your idea of fun, check out our top outdoor and active experiences.
- Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
- Tailored holidays made just for you
- Access to private local guides
- 24/7 seamless support
Eco-Friendly Holidays
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In travel, times are changing. Hotels across the globe are looking to the future, and the earth, to find sustainable ways to improve their green credentials and minimise their impact on the planet. From stylish, urban boltholes to remote green-minded getaways, we've chosen our favourite eco-friendly hotels, lodges and retreats to inspire a stay that doesn't cost the earth.
Top 10 Foodie Holidays
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From our love of food and travel, we have whipped up 10 top experiences for you to devour on the best foodie holidays. Showcasing mouthwatering bites from around the globe, this collection of delicious adventures will get your tastebuds tingling.
Experiential Travel
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What do we mean by 'experiential' travel? We mean immersive, adventurous and authentic. A journey that gets you beneath the skin of a culture to experience life as a local.
Private Yacht Charters
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If unparalleled luxury, privacy and freedom are high on your holiday checklist, a sailing adventure aboard an exclusive yacht charter will tick all these boxes and more. Offering the flexibility to choose your route and create your own itinerary, you’ll be able to explore hidden bays and secret beaches in the utmost style.
Walking Holidays
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What better way is there to explore some of the most beautiful corners of the world than on foot. It’s an opportunity to re-connect with nature, to get out into the great outdoors for an adventure like no other.
Luxury horse riding holidays
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From the hills of Andalucia in Southern Spain to the wild landscapes of Patagonia, discovering a destination on horseback is an unforgettable experience. For the equestrian enthusiasts out there, we’ve curated our top horse riding holidays and luxury properties with stables around the world.
Wellness & Spa Holidays
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An underwater spa in the Maldives, yoga on a Caribbean beach or a week-long detox somewhere exotic? We offer luxury destination spas, hotels with spas, and holidays featuring yoga and holistic therapies.
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Amangiri
Lake Powell, The Southwest, United States of America
Emerging organically out of the wind-carved mesas, canyons and deserts of southern Utah, Amangiri is the ultimate contemporary hideaway close to Lake Powell, and offers a serious wow-factor with all the pampering and adventure you might care to seek.
Adventure Couples Off the beaten track
Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
Tofino, British Columbia, Canada
Part of the Baillie Lodges collection, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is set in a breathtaking location in the heart of the forest, within a stone's throw of spectacular wildlife viewing, superb walking and a host of unforgettable outdoor experiences.
Adventure Eco/ethical tourism Fishing
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Hoi An
Hoi An, Central Vietnam and Beaches, Vietnam
A stylish and chic beach retreat on the deserted sands of Ha My Beach, the luxury Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Hoi An is just a short distance from the historic town of Hoi An, offering a great combination of relaxation and cultural opportunities.
Beach Golf Spa & health
Garonga Safari Camp
Makalali Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa
Garonga Safari Camp is an exclusive luxury bush retreat comprised of six spacious safari tents within the Makalali Game Reserve. Guests can enjoy a relaxing safari experience, as well as gourmet cuisine and first-class service.
Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism Adventure
Kinondo Kwetu
Diani, Kenya
With five cottages, three suites, Garden Rooms and a Private Villa, Kinondo Kwetu is a small and intimate beach hideaway. Family-owned, this home-away-from-home property is a paradise for those wanting a more personal experience on the Kenyan coast.
Beach Diving Adventure
Montage Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach, California, United States of America
The Montage at Laguna Beach is one of those places where you feel as if you have arrived - the service is immaculate, the ocean views to die for, and the artistic community of Laguna Beach just the place for boutique, gallery browsing and fine dining.
Sailing & surfing Spa & health Beach
Moraine Lake Lodge
Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
Only accessible during the summer months, Moraine Lake Lodge is hidden away on the edge of this breathtaking clear blue lake. An oasis of calm and tranquility, the lodge is a perfect base for taking in all the excitement of the Rocky Mountains.
Adventure Wildlife
Saruni Mara
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Saruni Mara is perched on a hill in the Mara North conservancy, bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve. This is a luxurious and intimate lodge with just six cottages and a private house overlooking the beautiful valley, offering walks and game drives.
Adventure Wildlife Off the beaten track
Saruni Samburu
Samburu National Reserve, Northern Kenya, Kenya
Saruni Samburu is a deluxe lodge set in a breathtaking position in the Kalama Wildlife Conservancy adjacent to the Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya. The lodge has just six villas and offers a superb safari experience in pristine surroundings.
Culture Wildlife Adventure
Six Senses Yao Noi
Koh Yao Noi, Thailand
Six Senses Yao Noi is a fabulous luxury Six Senses property in a stunning location amongst the picturesque limestone pinnacles of Phang Nga Bay. This is a tucked away, private boutique resort, making it a real retreat.
Spa & health Beach Diving
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Family Fun in Belize
Miami, Cayo District, Mountain Pine Ridge & Ambergris Caye
A wonderfully varied adventure combining vibrant Miami with Belize's verdant rainforests, remote and lesser explored Maya sites and local villages, wildlife, picturesque scenery and colourful coral reefs offshore offering superb snorkelling and diving.
Adventure Off the beaten track Eco/ethical tourism Wildlife
GBP £6,500 pp
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Family Fun in Botswana
Makgadikgadi Pans, Linyanti & Victoria Falls
This thrill seekers safari through Botswana is perfect for families with teenagers. With activities galore, the whole family will get out and about on an active exploration of some of the most incredible and scenic areas that Botswana has to offer. Watch wildlife from a game vehicle or on foot and gallop on horseback through the beautifully eerie...
Adventure Off the beaten track Riding Couples
GBP £10,600 pp
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Family Fun in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Trancoso
Discover the highlights of Brazil from the colonial splendours of Salvador, the lush Amazon jungle and Bahia’s tranquil golden beaches. The whole family will love the varied experiences and lively atmosphere of the Eastern coast, as you soak in samba beats and cultural delights of Rio, taking in the famous sights of the iconic Christ the Redeemer...
Sailing & surfing Adventure Beach Diving
GBP £7,500 pp
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Family Fun in Costa Rica
San Jose, Pacuare, Osa Peninsula, Arenal & Papagayo
Explore the stunning natural diversity of Costa Rica. Sample the very best activities on this action-packed and fun-filled family adventure with an escorted tour across the jewel of Central America. Stay in jungle lodges inspired by Robinson Crusoe and go kayaking with dolphins, or try your hand at rafting, tubing and paddleboarding.
Adventure Wildlife Beach Eco/ethical tourism
GBP £7,000 pp
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Family Fun in Guatemala & Belize
Antigua, Tikal, Forest Highlands & Placencia
A varied and relaxing itinerary through Guatemala and Belize that is ideal for families looking for a dash of adventure, offering soaring jungle temples, colourful market towns, plentiful wildlife and the powdery white sand beaches of Belize's Caribbean.
Adventure Beach Couples Diving
GBP £4,600 pp
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Family Fun in Jordan
Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea
This short and action packed family adventure to Jordan is the perfect opportunity to mix soft adventure in a country that stimulates the imagination and offers so much more than a week in a beach hotel.
Adventure Couples Eco/ethical tourism Short Break
GBP £2,900 pp
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Family Fun in Kenya
Lewa Conservancy, Masai Mara and Diani Beach
Combining incredible safari experiences, plenty of sporting activities, flights in a vintage biplane and time enjoying watersports by the beach, our Kenya family tours promise a one-of-a-kind trip the kids will remember forever. Young children and teenagers will be transfixed by what Kenya has to offer, from cultural encounters to epic wildlife.
Wildlife Adventure Beach Diving
GBP £8,900 pp
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Family Fun in Laos and Thailand
Luang Prabang, Bangkok, Khao Sok, Koh Lanta
This is a wonderfully varied trip through Laos and Thailand. Take in the sleepy streets of Luang Prabang, relax at a family-friendly resort in Bangkok and discover the beach in Koh Lanta – not forgetting the all-important elephant trekking in Khao Sok National Park. This Thailand family tour is ideal for the December and March school holidays.
Adventure Eco/ethical tourism Culture Off the beaten track
GBP £4,900 pp
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Family Fun in Madagascar and Mauritius
Andasibe, Madagascar and Mauritius
Let us take your family on a journey through the Indian Ocean. In Madagascar, you’ll encounter the bizarre and wonderful wildlife that this island is so famed for before immersing yourself in the culture of the capital city. We’ll then fly you to Mauritius where you can enjoy the untouched south of the island, surrounded by tea plantations and...
Beach Diving Fishing Snorkelling
GBP £2,800 pp
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Family Fun in Malawi
Liwonde, Nyika & Lake Malawi
Stray off the usual tourist tracks and head to Malawi for a relaxed adventure in this green and productive land with towering highlands, rolling farmlands, and the vast Lake Malawi with its clear, rich waters, teeming with fish, stretching over 300 miles.
Couples Adventure Beach Wildlife
GBP £9,800 pp
Why Scott Dunn?
Unique to You
- We listen to your travel goals and craft unique trips that are bespoke to you.
- We’re with you every step of your life’s travel journey, from honeymoons to family trips and beyond.
Seamless Service
- Global offices in the UK, US, and Singapore for 24/7 seamless service.
- We offer flexibility if your plans change so you can book with confidence and peace of mind.
Carefully Curated Collection
- We’ve curated an elevated collection of accommodation, experiences, and guides.
- Committed to fostering close global relationships to continue bringing you unique experiences.
Luxury in Every Sense
- We deliver a sense of luxury that matters most to you.
- Awarded Condé Nast Traveller’s Top Travel Specialists in the World 12 years in a row.
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