Beach & Adventure Vacations

If truly relaxing is an important part of your vacation, but you want a little adventure too, we can craft a beach vacation that lets you unwind and rejuvenate, but with something excited added in too, such as a safari, a cultural journey or a mountain trek.

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While some people’s idea of the perfect vacation is an exhilarating adventure from start to finish, others prefer to completely relax and do as little as possible, as a rejuvenating contrast to their busy day-to-day lives. For those who want it all, we can craft a personalized vacation that combines pure beach bliss with an adventurous beginning, middle or end.

You could start your vacation with an amazing African safari, and finish it on the beach in Mozambique, lying in the sun and diving amongst the corals. Or you visit explore ancient Mayan ruins, volcanoes and rainforests in Guatemala before heading to the beaches of Belize.

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Amankila

Amankila

Manggis, Bali, Indonesia

Amankila is the ultimate luxury retreat on the peaceful east coast of Bali where traditional Balinese life can still be experienced. Amankila's stunning suites are all located around a dramatic three-tier swimming pool offering uninterrupted ocean views.

Adventure Beach Culture
Amanoi

Amanoi

Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam

Amanoi is the Aman debut in Vietnam. Situated on the dramatic coastline of the Nui Chua National Park, one of Vietnam's largest natural conservation sites, Amanoi offers a truly special experience.

Beach Adventure Culture Diving
Anjajavy Le Lodge

Anjajavy Le Lodge

Western Madagascar, Madagascar

Anjajavy Le Lodge is a luxurious lodge 120km north of Majunga, on the northwest coast of Madagascar. The hotel is situated on a peninsula and each of the rooms is positioned to allow for stunning ocean views. Lemur viewing from your room is a highlight!

Adventure Beach Off the beaten track Fishing
Camp Cecil

Camp Cecil

Isla Espiritu Santo

Unplug from the modern world and escape to the idyllic Isla Espiritu Santo. Sleep under the stars in tents at Camp Cecil, a truly unique haven for sun-seekers and wildlife lovers, perfectly located on the shores of the glistening Sea of Cortez.

Beach Off the beaten track Adventure Couples
Capella Lodge

Capella Lodge

Lord Howe Island, New South Wales, Australia

Capella Lodge on Lord Howe Island offers premium luxury boutique accommodation on this UNESCO World Heritage listed island, one of the last true paradises on earth. The beach house style and relaxed, luxe-inspired ethos makes for a stunning retreat.

Adventure Wildlife Beach Diving
Casa Sandra Holbox

Casa Sandra Holbox

Riviera Maya & Isla Holbox, Mexico

Casa Sandra is an intimate rustic hideaway on Mexico's beautiful wild island of Holbox, north of Cancun, where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico. A barefoot laid back retreat with swinging hammocks and fabulous sunsets.

Adventure Beach Eco/ethical tourism Fishing
Chili Beach

Chili Beach

Jericoacoara, Northeast Coast, Brazil

Chili Beach is a charming contemporary boutique hotel in a prime beach front location in the hip, sun-kissed fishing village of Jericoacoara with its beautiful dunes, laid back sandy streets, quirky restaurants and world-class kite surfing.

Adventure Sailing & surfing Beach Off the beaten track
COMO Point Yamu

COMO Point Yamu

Phuket, West coast beaches and islands, Thailand

Balanced on the tip of Cape Yamu in Phuket with views out to the Andaman Sea and Phang Nga Bay, lies the stunning COMO Point Yamu. With contemporary interiors, a world class wellness retreat and fantastic restaurants, this is Thai luxury at its best.

Beach Adventure
Cornerstone Guesthouse

Cornerstone Guesthouse

Swakopmund, Namibia

Cornerstone Guesthouse is a charming boutique hotel in the heart of Swakopmund on Namibia's picturesque Skeleton Coast. This peaceful family run, bed and breakfast offers a personal service and is a perfect base from which to explore Swakopmund.

Couples Adventure Beach Culture
Crystalbrook Byron

Crystalbrook Byron

Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Crystalbrook Byron is a wonderful eco resort set in an area of outstanding natural beauty designed for rest, relaxation and enjoyment of its unique surroundings. Guests can lounge, eat well, swim, spa or venture out and explore the area.

Adventure Beach Sailing & surfing Spa & health
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13 nights
Family Fun in Belize

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 colorful coral reefs offshore offering superb snorkeling and diving.

Adventure Eco/ethical tourism Off the beaten track Wildlife

$8,600 pp

13 nights
Family Fun in Brazil

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

$9,600 pp

13 nights
Family Fun in Costa Rica

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

$9,200 pp

11 nights
Family Fun in Guatemala & Belize

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, colorful market towns, plentiful wildlife and the powdery white sand beaches of Belize's Caribbean.

Adventure Beach Couples Diving

$6,000 pp

11 nights
Family Fun in Indonesia

Family Fun in Indonesia

Ubud, Sumba, Seminyak

Indonesia offers a wealth of activities for families, with this itinerary specifically designed for those with teenage children seeking out some serious soft-adventure on both land and sea. From eye-opening cultural excursions, snorkeling, and volcano biking in Bali to a luxury beach retreat offering hiking, fishing, surfing and horse-riding, there...

Adventure Beach Culture

$10,300 pp

12 nights
Family Fun in Kenya

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

$11,800 pp

10 nights
Family Fun in Madagascar and Mauritius

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

$3,700 pp

14 nights
Family Fun in Malawi

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

$12,900 pp

14 nights
Family Fun in Malaysia and Borneo

Family Fun in Malaysia and Borneo

Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Kinabatangan River, Kuala Lumpur & Langkawi

Ideal suited for families with older children this enticing itinerary will see you uncover the very best of what Borneo has to offer. From exhilarating water sports off Sabah’s coastline to peaceful river cruises along the Kinabatangan River in search of orangutans and proboscis monkeys. The whole family will enjoy exploring our top picks for...

Beach Wildlife Adventure Off the beaten track

$8,200 pp

8 nights
Family Fun in Oman

Family Fun in Oman

Muscat, Ras al Jinz, Wahiba Sands & Al Hajar Mountains

Take the family on an exciting adventure through Oman, beginning with a few days at on the coast, taking in snorkeling and stay at a turtle conservation camp, before heading to the desert and mountains for some action and adventure with expert guides.

Off the beaten track Adventure Beach Culture

$3,800 pp

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