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Camp Kalahari Kids In Camp
Camp Kalahari Kids In Camp
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Best Family Friendly Places to Stay

Journeysmiths’ family adventures create memories which last a lifetime. Quality time is the most valuable thing you can give your children, regardless of their age, and when you travel together, sharing new experiences, it enriches your relationship like nothing else. Journeysmiths’ family adventures create memories which last a lifetime. Quality time is the most valuable thing you can give your children, regardless of their age, and when you travel together, sharing new experiences, it enriches your relationship like nothing else.
Journeysmiths’ family adventures create memories which last a lifetime. Quality time is the most valuable thing you can give your children, regardless of their age, and when you travel together, sharing new experiences, it enriches your relationship like nothing else. Journeysmiths’ family adventures create memories which last a lifetime. Quality time is the most valuable thing you can give your children, regardless of their age, and when you travel together, sharing new experiences, it enriches your relationship like nothing else.
Family Holidays You’ll Never Forget with Lodges Suited to All Ages

At Journeysmiths, many of our fondest memories are of childhood holidays with our parents. As adults, we look forward to showing our own children a little of our remarkable world, watching the wonder on their faces, and sharing in the excitement as every day brings something new to see and do.

The lodges and camps we’ve chosen have all age appeal. Having visited with our own families, we know the importance of safety, space, and flexibility. Everyone should be able to relax and enjoy themselves.

Journeysmiths’ family friendly properties have a real emphasis on learning. Kids’ programmes should not just be about entertainment; the most rewarding ones are not only fun, but also introduce children to conservation issues, bushcraft, and new cultures. Some of these activities you can do together as a family; others are just for the youngsters, enabling Mum and Dad to pop off and have some quality, adults only time on a bush walk, a game drive, or simply back at the lodge.

Explore Our Top Luxury Family Accommodation
Ants Nest
Ants Nest
Accommodation
Ant's Nest Safari Lodge

Ant’s Nest is one of the best places in Africa for a family safari, purpose built for families with children ranging from the very young through to teenage years. You’ll be hosted by Ant and Tessa Baber, who exude warm hospitality and have vast experience of conducting safaris for people of all ages in this pristine wilderness environment.

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9Camp Kalahari Kids In Camp
Family Accommodation
Camp Kalahari, Botswana

Ignite your inner explorer with a stay at Camp Kalahari, where the comfortable canvas tented suites are reminiscent of an African adventure from an earlier era. With a range of activities for all ages and two family suites, this is an excellent camp for discovering the enchantment of the Kalahari with your youngsters.

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Family In Pool Seba Camp Wildernesssafaris Mhoyle
Family In Pool Seba Camp Wildernesssafaris Mhoyle
Family Accommodation
Seba Camp, Okavango Delta

Seba Camp is the Okavango Delta’s magical outdoor classroom. This is one of the most family-friendly properties in Botswana, with two family suites and specialist guides and activities that are both engaging and fun for children.

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Pousada Rio Mutum Location1 481437
North Pantanal, Brazil
Pousada Rio Mutum

This is simply a beautiful pousada in an awesome location on the banks of Rio Mutum. It’s the perfect place to spot the diverse wildlife that the Pantanal region has to offer.

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Uxua Casa Hotel Header 88244
Trancoso, Brazil
Uxua Casa Hotel

Since the arrival of hippies in the 1970s, the cluster of paintbox houses surrounding Trancoso’s Quadrado square, set on a hill above a beach with crashing surf, has retained much of its sleepy authenticity.

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Istock 1153921093
Latin America, Brazil
Villa Bahia

With a distinctly French flair to a Brazilian setting right at the heart of Salvador’s vibrant Pelourinho district, Villa Bahia is the ideal base for those who enjoy historic personal charm.

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Villa Santa Teresa Header
Latin America, Brazil
Villa Santa Teresa

With just seven rooms and a history of personal involvement from four generations of the same family, this is a small-scale and elegant hotel with charm that matches the quality of its views.

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Copacabana Palace Header2
Latin America, Brazil
Copacabana Palace

For more than a century, the Copacabana Palace has been a fixture on Rio’s most vibrant and glorious beach. To stay in this graceful and glamorous hotel is to take part in the history of this amazing city.

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Pousada Literaria Header
Latin America, Brazil
Pousada Literaria

Beautiful sophistication and impeccable good taste are applied to the theme of literature in this wonderful boutique hotel. You’ll be so relaxed and inspired that it will be hard to leave. When you do, you’ll certainly take a few ideas away.

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Caiman Ecological Refuge South Pantanal Header
South Pantanal, Brazil
Caiman Ecological Refuge

You will be energised not only by seeing the wonderful wildlife of the Pantanal, but also by experiencing ground-breaking conservation at work in the Caiman Ecological Refuge. It sets the standards that others follow.

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Sunset 20 Orig
Latin America, Brazil
Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

There’s no better example of the phrase ‘location, location, location’ than Belmond Hotel das Cataratas. And while awesome Iguazu Falls naturally takes centre stage, the Belmond has its own magnificence.

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Pousada Trijuncao Header
Latin America, Brazil
Pousada Trijunção

Gloriously isolated, Pousada Trijunção is a place where you will be inspired and educated as you venture into the fascinating majesty of the diverse but threatened Cerrado.

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Cristalino Jungle Lodge Header
Latin America, Brazil
Cristalino Jungle Lodge

Set within a private reserve of more than 11,000 hectares of pristine forest, Cristalino Lodge is consistently rated as one of the best eco lodge experiences in the world. Renowned for extraordinarily rich birding, as well as for its orchids and butterfly and mammal populations.

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Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge Header
Latin America, Brazil
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge

Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is a magnificent property in the heart of the Brazilian Rainforest, right on the edge of the Anavilhanas National Park. The dark waters of the Rio Negro surround the property, making it a prime site for adventures by river as well as in the forest.

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Hero Image Aerial View Donyo Lodge Amboseli
Chyulu Hills, Amboseli, Kenya
Chyulu Hills, Amboseli, Kenya

If you’re searching for the ultimate in luxury for your family safari, we may suggest ol Donyo Lodge. Just six suites here emerge from the landscape of Kenya’s Chyulu HIlls. With Relais and Chateaux accreditation, you know that you will enjoy the very best in fine dining and wine selection throughout your stay. Pair that with myriad ways to explore the 275,000 acres of private wilderness. Combine with sister-camp, Mara Plains for a truly indulgent Kenyan safari.

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Ol Lentille 4
Laikipia, Kenya
Ol Lentille

Ol Lentille is one of Laikipia’s most luxurious properties and perfect for families. Here, exclusivity is key. The private 40,000-acre conservancy is over three times the size of Manhattan and teeming of wildlife. Fill your days with activities, enjoying personal butler service back in the comfort of your villa.

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Mh Game Drive 1 1500X1000
Madikwe and Northern Malaria Free Reserves
Little Madikwe Hills

Madikwe Hills Lodge is an intimate and luxurious safari lodge set among the 75,000 hectares of the Madikwe Game Reserve. The main lodge has five luxurious suites, a dining lodge and a spa. The suites have been designed for complete relaxation and comfort, each boasting soft sofas, voluminous mosquito netting and cotton picot linen. Overhead fans and air conditioning are a welcome respite from the harshness of the African heat.

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Nyerere National Park, Tanzania
Kiba Point

A secluded hideaway in one of the most remote game reserves in Tanzania, Kiba Point is a rustic retreat from modern life. Here your days pass at your own pace, whether you choose to explore by open-sided jeep with a private guide, or intrepidly explore the bush on foot. Since you won’t see any other people while you’re here, it’s the perfect African escape to enjoy with your family.

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Top Swimming Pool2
Samburu, Kenya
Saruni Samburu

Tucked away on a 200,000-acre private reserve, Saruni Samburu is excellent for a family safari. We love the six spacious villas, set right into the mountainside, with verandas overlooking the best views in Kenya.

A wealth of activities await you: game drives and walking safaris, mountain treks, bush breakfasts and cultural visits.

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Great Plains Zarafa Dhow 12
Family Accommodation
Zarafa Dhow Suite

Zarafa is one of the most exclusive camps in Botswana with just four luxuriously appointed marquee style tented suites. With a maximum of eight guests, the emphasis here is on individual hospitality, privacy and serenity. A family of up to five may like to treat themselves to the sumptuous Dhow Suites — the most exclusive private property in Botswana.

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Cottars Game Drive 5
Cottars Game Drive 5
Family Accommodation
Cottars 1920s Safari Camp

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp is our favourite property for a truly exclusive family safari in the Masai Mara. Located outside the national reserve on a private conservancy, Cottar’s combines authentic style, inspired guiding, immersive activities and fantastic attention to detail. All of which creates an unforgettable African safari.

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Bb Ol Malo 171 Low
Ol Malo House
Ol Malo House

Discover the remote corners of Kenya’s Laikipia Province, a vast and impressive landscape defined by rocky hills scattered with traditional tribal villages and camel trains traversing the arid wilderness. Staying at the family-owned Ol Malo House ranch, you’ll explore this area on horseback, hikes, drives and flights, ensuring a thrilling adventure for all ages.

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Fspcasadelaluna1
Guanacaste
Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo

With a superb location, exquisite facilities and the attentive staff you would expect from Four Seasons, the Four Seasons Papagayo is one of the finest resorts in Costa Rica. The perfect place to start or end your trip, guests have access to two private beaches in addition to the other delights of Guanacaste.

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Hero Image Pool Finca Rosa Blanca Central Valley And San Jose
Central Valley and San Jose, Costa Rica
Finca Rosa Blanca

Set in the mountain highlands of central Costa Rica, Finca Rosa Blanca was one of Costa Rica’s first carbon neutral hotels. Unashamedly authentic, this beautiful family owned resort is set on an organic coffee plantation. Coffee lover or not, you can expect to enjoy a wonderfully personalised stay.

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25 Morukuru Family Madikwe Bush Dinner
Madikwe and Northern Malaria Free Reserves, South Africa
Morukuru Family Villas

A collection of exclusive-use bush villas, Morukuru Family welcomes you with top-notch personal service. The unrivalled range of activities, outstanding personal service, expert guiding and world-class cuisine make this portfolio of villas some of the best malaria-free safari properties in South Africa for families or a group of friends.

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Kid Tracking Spoor Motse
Kid Tracking Spoor Motse
Family Accommodation
Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa

Set amidst two rolling mountain ranges, the Motse legae and Tarkuni homestead are the ultimate private sanctuaries on the vast Tswalu Kalahari Reserve. Recently redesigned to uncompromising standards of comfort and elegance, Tarkuni is an exceptional choice for families seeking a tranquil, exclusive-use escape.

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Deck With View
Deck With View
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Tanzania

Cresting the rim of its namesake, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is a favourite of ours for parents and children alike. The vistas of the crater are visible from everywhere in your suite, surrounding you with the sunlit beauty of one of Africa’s most spectacular landscapes. Children of all ages are welcome here and will love picnics on the crater floor as well as the WILDChild programme.

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Children Dining Deck Mkombes House Tn
Serengeti, Tanzania
Mkombe's House, Tanzania

Mkombe’s House is the first and only private house in the Serengeti. This is one of the best choices for families who want a classic Tanzania safari in exclusivity with expertly personal and attentive service.

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Tn Family Walking Toward Lodge Lewa House
Tn Family Walking Toward Lodge Lewa House
Lewa Conservancy, Kenya
Lewa House, Kenya

Lewa House in Kenya is more than simply a place to rest your head after your safaris. It’s the intangible warmth of being welcomed as family by owners Calum and Sophie McFarlane with the touches of home that make it a unique experience.

You’ll wake in your thatched cottage to share biscuits on the veranda with the resident ‘go-away-birds’, soaking in the landscape of gently sloping plains and distant mountains.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Hotel Grano De Oro Central Valley And San Jose
Central Valley and San Jose, Costa Rica
Grano de Oro

In this grand and decadent building, a former family home dating from Costa Rica’s Golden Age, you will be surrounded by details of Victorian elegance whilst enjoying modern comforts.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Main Lodge El Silencio Central Valley And San Jose
Central Valley and San Jose, Costa Rica
El Silencio Lodge

With extensive tropical forest, a winding river and three waterfalls, it is hard to beat El Silencio as an eco-lodge experience. The name – El Silencio (“silence”) – is appropriate to this remote and tranquil place where you will be able to experience the majestic environment of Costa Rica’s Central Volcanic Valley.

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Hero Image Pool View Palacio Nazarenas Cusco
Cusco, Peru
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas

You won’t regret staying at the restored 17th century palace and convent of Belmond Palacio Nazarenas; its elegant cloistered courtyards seamlessly blend with modern luxuries such as Cusco’s first outdoor heated swimming pool.

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Hero Image Front View Hotel Senda Monteverde Monteverde Cloud Forest
Hero Image Front View Hotel Senda Monteverde Monteverde Cloud Forest
Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica
Hotel Senda Monteverde

Private cabins perched on hills with excellent views are a feature of this cozy and charming eco-lodge experience. It is a great base for exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest and an excellent adjacent private reserve.

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Hero Image Sunrise Bedroom Interior Hotel Belmar Monteverde Cloud Forest
Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica
Hotel Belmar

The Belmar family opened Hotel Belmar in the 1980s and they are still active around the hotel today. They make a great effort to greet guests personally and are right at the heart of the warmth and tradition of the guest experience.

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Hero Image Swimming Pool Arenas Del Mar Manuel Antonio National Park
Hero Image Swimming Pool Arenas Del Mar Manuel Antonio National Park
Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica
Arenas del Mar

Perfectly located as the only beach resort in the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, this luxurious hotel offers the perfect combination of facilities and activities. Panoramic views from its clifftop location, brilliant beaches, copious adventure options, plentiful wildlife opportunities and two infinity pools are what stand out for us. Journeysmiths also love the resort’s commitment to sustainability.

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Hero Image Decking Area Titilaka Hotel Lake Titicaca
Hero Image Decking Area Titilaka Hotel Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca, Peru
Titilaka Hotel

Surrounded by the remote altiplano and an hour from any town, the Titilaka hotel is Relais & Chateaux property offering exceptional food and service in a stunning location.

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Hero Image Swimming Pool Explora Valle Sagrado Sacred Valley Of The Incas
Hero Image Swimming Pool Explora Valle Sagrado Sacred Valley Of The Incas
Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru
Explora Valle Sagrado

We love the stylish almost Scandinavian low-rise design of this lodge, with its wooden walkways and unvarnished wooden interiors. If you are the kind of guest motivated by excellent design and the chance to engage in an active holiday, this is the place for you.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Property Tambo Del Inka Sacred Valley Of The Incas
Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru
Tambo del Inka

Part of The Luxury Collection, the Tambo del Inka Resort and Spa is an impressive property with striking pavilion-like buildings inspired by the stone walls found at ancient Inca sites. Great effort has gone into making this the base camp of choice, in all senses, for Machu Picchu.

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Hero Image Swimming Pool Sol Y Luna Sacred Valley Of The Incas
Hero Image Swimming Pool Sol Y Luna Sacred Valley Of The Incas
Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru
Sol y Luna

In the Sacred Valley, with the Andes Mountains dominating the skyline, the beautiful gardens of Sol y Luna exquisitely complement the hotel’s stone casitas (“little houses”). It’s a truly magical location; the backdrop is enhanced by the orientation of the terraces and the careful planting of indigenous flowers.

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Hero Image Main Pool Hotel Paracas Ica Paracas And Nazca
Ica, Paracas and Nazca, Peru
Hotel Paracas

Facing Paracas National Reserve and with its own private pier from which you can take cruises to the Ballestas Islands, this hotel is far more than just a base for experiencing the Nazca Lines.

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Hero Image Hotel Main Entrance Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu, Peru
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge

Right at the foot of the Inca city of Machu Picchu, the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge’s location could not be more perfect. The views are breathtaking, but it is the sense of history in this place which will really blow you away.

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Hero Image Ecocenter Inkaterra Macchu Picchu Pueblo Hotel Machu Piccu
Machu Picchu, Peru
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo is in Aguas Calientes, the departure point for most trips to Machu Picchu.

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Hero Image Imperial Suite Room Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu, Peru
Sumaq Machu Picchu

At the steps of its namesake site, the five-star Sumaq Machu Picchu is ideally positioned for you to explore the wonders of the remarkable Inca citadel at your leisure.

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Hero Image Bedroom Views With Pool Miraflores Park Lima
Lima, Peru
Belmond Miraflores Park

Belmond Miraflores Park is a sanctuary in the capital, set in the midst of Lima’s trendiest area. Use it as your base for exploring the nearby museums, colonial buildings, and park, then retreat here to relax in sublime surroundings with sparkling views of the Pacific Ocean.

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Hero Image Lounge Andaz Papagayo Guanacaste
Guanacaste, Andaz Papagayo Resort
Andaz Papagayo Resort

With superb facilities, white beaches, and an excellent location near national parks, Andaz Papagayo Resort is a place where you can relax and recharge in style whilst also venturing out into the wonderous wilds and even the community of the surrounding area. The curved armadillo-inspired shapes of the buildings, designed by Ronald Zurcher, are inspirational.

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Hero Image Camp Deck Anabezi Camp Lower Zambezi
Accommodation
Anabezi Camp

Situated at the far-eastern reaches of the park, Anabezi is characterised by the elephants which are drawn to the surrounding Winterthorn trees.

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Hero Image Drinks River Views Chongwe Camp Lower Zambezi
Accommodation
Chongwe River Camp

Situated under a canopy of Albida thorn trees Chongwe River Camp is family owned and managed and benefits from a friendly and informal atmosphere.

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Exterior Of Lodge Tongabezi Lodge Victoria Falls
Exterior Of Lodge Tongabezi Lodge Victoria Falls
Accommodation
Tongabezi Lodge

Tongabezi Lodge is the perfect place to enjoy Zambia at your own serene pace, and to relax at the end of the day.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Hotel Casa Gangotena Hotel Quito
Quito, Ecuador
Casa Gangotena Hotel

Originally dating from the 18th century, Casa Gangotena was rebuilt in the 1920s following a fire and therefore has a distinctly Art Deco feel. An aristocratic and elegant place that feels intimate and personal, it is the ideal base for exploring Quito.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Lodge Mashpi Lodge Andean Cloud Forest Otovalo
Andean Cloud Forest, Ecuador
Mashpi Lodge

Mashpi Lodge is a superb boutique hotel set in breathtaking rainforest surroundings, giving its guests an unrivalled Ecuadorian experience. Encounter exotic species, explore magical waterfalls, and completely unwind in your private suite.

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Hero Image Aerial View Of Lodge Sacha Lodge Amazon
Amazon, Ecuador
Sacha Lodge

With more ecological diversity per acre than almost the whole of North America, the ecological reserve surrounding Sacha Lodge is teeming with opportunities for experiencing the Amazon at its very best. Spot coppery tamarin monkeys, giant otters, boa constrictors and more than 600 species of birds as you trek through the rainforest with the lodge’s expert guides.

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Hero Image Aerial View Of Lodge La Selva Lodge Amazon
Amazon, Ecuador
La Selva Lodge

With a gloriously isolated location right in the midst of the Ecuadorian Amazon, and benefiting from strong ties to the local indigenous people, La Selva Lodge is a place where you can immerse yourself in the nature and culture of this abundant ecosystem.

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Exterior Of Rooms Shipwreck Lodge Skeleton Coast
Accommodation
Shipwreck Lodge

Unique design set in the heart of Namibia’s sun-bleached coastal dunes, Shipwreck Lodge is one of Africa’s most innovative new camps.

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Nayara Tented Camp
Nayara Tented Camp

At the top of a hill with exceptional views of Arenal Volcano, surrounded by the lush forest of a sloth sanctuary, and with bubbling hot geothermal water, the Nayara Tented Camp must be in consideration for being one of the world’s best experiences of extreme glamping.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Villa Jaguar Pacuare Lodge Tortuguero And Pacuare
Tortuguero & Pacuare, Costa Rica
Pacuare Lodge

For the experience of arrival and departure alone – either by white water raft, or by 4x4 and a cable car - a stay at Pacuare Lodge is unforgettable. Once there, you are justified in relaxing in this secluded piece of paradise.

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Hero Image Dining Pool Hotel Luciano K Santiago
Santiago, Chile
Hotel Luciano K

Hotel Luciano K is the very best that Santiago has to offer; your stay here will not disappoint. This very stylish boutique hotel blends period and art deco design. The rooms are fabulous and its location at the heart of the city is ideal.

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Hero Image Aerial View At Night Tierra Patagonia Southern Patagonia
Accommodation
Tierra Patagonia

Emerging from a hillside is a stunning yet sympathetic piece of award-winning architecture: The Tierra Patagonia Hotel and Spa. With magnificent views of the Torres del Paine National Park, this hotel is a luxurious yet cosy hideaway in the heart of Chilean Patagonia.

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Hero Image Pool Morukuru River House Madikwe
Madikwe and Northern Malaria Free Reserves, South Africa
Morukuru River House

Morokuru River House is one of the most exciting exclusive use properties in South Africa.

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Hero Image Moste Exterior Tswalu Kalahari Madikwe Malaria Free Northern Properties
Madikwe and Northern Malaria Free Reserves, South Africa
Tswalu Kalahari

Tswalu (meaning “a new beginning”) is designed in classic African style and blends into the Kalahari environment, offering unrivalled elegance.

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Hero Image Panoramic Pool Nayara Springs Arenal Volcano National Park
Hero Image Panoramic Pool Nayara Springs Arenal Volcano National Park
Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
Nayara Springs

As soon as you cross the footbridge into the grounds of Nayara Springs, you will know you have come to a place that will fulfil your expectations. Whether you want a romantic and secluded getaway, luxurious indulgence in the spa or in your private hot pool, or some adventure in the lush forests on the slopes of Arenal Volcano, Nayara Springs has it all.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Lodge Rio Palena Lodge Lake District And Northern Patagonia
Lake District and Northern Patagonia, Chile
Rio Palena

Surrounded by Andean peaks, and within the beautiful Chilean countryside, the lodge sits on a hillside on the banks of the Rio Palena in the Chilean Lake District. It is fantastically located in a remote region.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Hotel Vira Vira Lake District And Northern Patagonia
Lake District and Northern Patagonia, Chile
Vira Vira

Vira Vira is a relaxed yet luxurious lodge located in Chile's picturesque Lake District. Surrounded by dramatic landscapes of glacial lakes, snowy-tipped volcanoes and lush rainforests, Vira Vira is perfectly positioned for exploration and adventure.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Poolside Tierra Atacama Hotel Atacama Hotel
Atacama Desert, Chile
Tierra Atacama Hotel

Tierra Atacama is a family-owned boutique hotel and spa on the outskirts of San Pedro de Atacama. The desert which surrounds you calls for outdoor adventures, but you’ll be more than glad to come home to Tierra Atacama at the end of the day.

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Hero Image Birds Eye View Of Property Nayara Alto Atacama Atacama Desert
Atacama Desert, Chile
Nayara Alto Atacama

The Alto Atacama Desert Lodge and Spa is the product of an incredible design vision; local Chilean architects and designers came together to create a breathtaking hotel offering the greatest luxury to its guests whilst blending seamlessly into the desert landscape.

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Hero Image Swimming Pool Awasi Atacama Atacama Desert
Hero Image Swimming Pool Awasi Atacama Atacama Desert
Atacama Desert, Chile
Awasi Atacama

With just 12 beautiful suites, each with its own private guide and 4x4, Awasi Atacama is the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding desert at your own pace, and to indulge your interests.

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Masai Mara, Kenya
House in the Wild, Kenya

House in the Wild is an intimate, family-owned luxury lodge that offers a truly private, high-quality safari experience and a genuine home away from home, simply perfect for families or smaller groups.

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Hero Image Pool Galapagos Safari Camp Santa Cruz Galapagos
Hero Image Pool Galapagos Safari Camp Santa Cruz Galapagos
Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Safari Camp

A stay at the Galapagos Safari Camp is an authentic immersion into the wonderful landscape and ecology of this globally significant archipelago. You will find that the guests here are united in their desire to have a comfortable and active yet low-impact journey of discovery.

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Hero Image Lodge Exterior Pikaia Lodge Santa Cruz Galapagos
Hero Image Lodge Exterior Pikaia Lodge Santa Cruz Galapagos
Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands
Pikaia Lodge

The Galapagos Islands are strongly protected by the Ecuadorian Government, which limits the amount of development and foot-traffic on the islands. Pikaia Lodge therefore offers a rare opportunity to stay on dry land and explore the island of Santa Cruz in depth. An island stay is ideal for those who suffer from sea sickness.

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View Evolve Galapagos
Galapagos Islands
Evolve

MV Evolve, along with its identical sister ships, MVs Origin and Theory, are the only cruise yachts operating in the Galapagos under the affiliation of Relais & Chateaux. There is no doubt that these ships assure their guests the highest standards of comfort, service and cuisine whilst experiencing this unique environment.

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Hero Image Exterior Theory Galapagos
Galapagos Islands
Theory

MV Theory, along with its identical sister ships, MVs Origin and Evolve, are the only cruise yachts operating in the Galapagos under the affiliation of Relais & Chateaux. There is no doubt that these ships assure their guests the highest standards of comfort, service and cuisine whilst experiencing this unique environment.

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Exterior Aerial Aqua Mare Galapagos
Galapagos Islands
Aqua Mare

Let Journeysmiths take you on a breathtaking voyage of discovery aboard this luxury superyacht in search of iguanas, whales and flamingos. Unique Aqua Mare will take you through the spectacular volcanic islands of the Galapagos in utmost luxury. Complete with sun deck, outdoor barbeque areas, jacuzzi and panoramic lounge area, this is the ultimate Galapagos experience.

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Tortuguero & Pacuare, Costa Rica
Tortuga Lodge and Gardens

With the air of an elegantly rustic safari camp, the open style of the design of Tortuga Lodge gives its guests the ultimate experience of the lush nature surrounding this perfect location. You will find plenty of hammocks to satisfy your Caribbean tendencies.

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Hero Image Ship Exterior Mv Origin Galapagos
Hero Image Ship Exterior Mv Origin Galapagos
Galapagos Islands
MV Origin

MV Origin, along with its identical sister ships, MVs Theory and Evolve, are the only cruise yachts operating in the Galapagos under the affiliation of Relais & Chateaux. There is no doubt that these ships assure their guests the highest standards of comfort, service and cuisine whilst experiencing this unique environment.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Ship Isabella Ii Bartolome Island
Galapagos Islands
Isabella II

The unique size and scope of Isaballa II – 55m long but with just 40 guests – gives it an individual character that stands out in the Galapagos fleet. Combining the size and amenities of a ship with the relaxed intimacy of a yacht, you will have the best of both worlds as you journey through the teeming waters around the Galapagos Islands.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Yacht La Pinta Bartolome Island
Galapagos Islands
La Pinta

La Pinta is a truly luxurious yacht; it is the ideal choice for travellers seeking to cruise the Galapagos in style. The yacht’s extensive crew are on hand to cater to your every need, and the facilities on board are exceptional.

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Hero Image Exterior Endemic Bartolome Island
Galapagos Islands
Endemic

The MC Endemic is one of the newest vessels operating in the Galapagos and certainly one of the most luxurious. You’ll enjoy the highest standard of hospitality, food, service and guidance delivered by a first-class crew.

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Hero Image Main House Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Amazon
Amazon, Peru
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica

The Reserva Amazonica is in a unique location for a hotel. It’s in the depths of the rainforest, a 25-minute flight from Cusco, and the 35 cabanas are dotted amongst the trees.

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Ladies In Traditional Dress Doing Embroidery Hacienda Zuleta Ecuador
Avenue of Volcanos, Ecuador
Hacienda Zuleta

Hacienda Zuleta is a perfect place for anyone who wants to experience the real Ecuador of the Andes through its history, landscapes and traditions. A farm dating back to 1691, stylishly converted for guests but still actively working, this place is an authentic taste of rural life.

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Hero Image Swimming Pool At Night Manatus Hotel Tortuguero And Pacuare
Tortuguero & Pacuare, Costa Rica
Manatus Lodge

Staying at the Manatus Hotel is an exclusive experience, perfect for romantic getaways as well as family vacations. There are plenty of outdoor spaces that bring you as close to the water as possible; at times it seems that this is more of a luxury riverboat than a lodge!

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Hero Image La Vainilla Deluxe Villa El Remanso Lodge Osa Peninsula
Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
El Remanso

The diverse myriad of coastal, river and rainforest habitats of the unique Oso Peninsular provides the setting for the El Remanso Lodge. It is the perfect spot to immerse yourself in the abundance of nature in Costa Rica’s most biodiverse region.

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Hero Image Exterior Of Lodges Lapa Rios Osa Peninsula
Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
Lapa Rios

Lapa Rios will always have the distinction of being Costa Rica’s first, and therefore trailblazing, eco-lodge. It has not rested on its laurels, and has maintained the highest of standards in comfort, sustainability and guest experiences of the abundant nature of this area.

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Hero Image Swimming Pool Belmond Las Casitas Arequipa And Colca
Hero Image Swimming Pool Belmond Las Casitas Arequipa And Colca
Arequipa and Colca Canyon, Peru
Belmond Las Casitas

The stunning Colca Canyon surrounds you as you take in the delights of the Belmond Las Casitas Arequipa. The 20 fairytale-worthy picturesque bungalows set in 20 acres blend into the striking landscape, and put you in the perfect location for contact with the local communities and exploring the unspoilt natural world.

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Hero Image Gardens Colca Lodge Hot Springs And Spa Arequipa And Colca Canyon
Arequipa & Colca Canyon, Peru
Colca Lodge Spa and Hot Springs

Far from the bustle of the modern world, Colca Lodge Spa is an oasis of peace and calm. The surrounding natural beauty, the ancient terraces, clean mountain air, natural hot springs and the sound of the Colca River make for an experience of complete relaxation.

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We have curated the best destinations for an unforgettable family holiday. Step into the scenes of the Lion King on the rolling plains of Kenya, go in search of sloths in the rainforest of Costa Rica or follow in the footsteps of the Inca on an adventure up to Machu Picchu.We have curated the best destinations for an unforgettable family holiday. Step into the scenes of the Lion King on the rolling plains of Kenya, go in search of sloths in the rainforest of Costa Rica or follow in the footsteps of the Inca on an adventure up to Machu Picchu.

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We are a boutique family travel specialist. For over 30 years we have been crafting the finest tailor-made family holidays to the world’s wild places. Your time is precious and with a world to see, we understand the importance of getting it absolutely right for you every time.We are a boutique family travel specialist. For over 30 years we have been crafting the finest tailor-made family holidays to the world’s wild places. Your time is precious and with a world to see, we understand the importance of getting it absolutely right for you every time.

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