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Top Ten Hotels

We’ve been to fortunate enough to stay in some pretty cool places. Compiling our Top Ten was not without debate. We never pay to stay somewhere because of a brand. We value unique views, unique locations, and unique experiences.

Misool

Raja Ampat, Indonesia

  • Ultimate eco-resort
  • 300,000 acre Marine Reserve
  • Best snorkelling / diving anywhere in the world
  • “There is greater biodiversity – on these reefs than anywhere on earth.” Dr. Mark Erdmann

Giraffe Manor

Nairobi, Kenya

  • Resident herd of Rothschild’s giraffes
  • 12 acres of private grounds
  • Feeding giraffes by hand from your bedroom window
  • Most unforgettable breakfast feeding giraffes from the table

Mashpi Lodge

Ecuador

  • Private reserve – 2500 hectares of cloud forest
  • Guided tours through cloud forest
  • Biodiversity – 400 species
  • Dragon Fly Canopy Gondola
  • Eco-resort

Explora Torres Del Paine

Patagonia

  • Outstanding location – within Torres Del Paine national Park
  • Breath-taking views
  • Unforgettable guided experiences
  • Eco-resort

Lyngen Lodge

Lyngen Fjord, Norway

  • Spectacular northern lights display
  • Stunning views
  • Snowscape guided experiences
  • Outstanding cuisine – family dining style
  • Hot tub overlooking fjords

Museum Hotel

Cappadocia, Turkey

  • Unique location and views
  • Opportunity to watch hundreds of balloons float over head with a glass of apple tea
  • Great food
  • Walking distance of fairy chimneys

Anabezi Lodge

Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia

  • Great game drives – with abundance of wildlife
  • Decked walkways with game within camp
  • Luxury tented accomodation
  • Outstanding water based safari activities
  • Tiger fish fishing

Pikaia Lodge

Galapagos, Ecuador

  • Situated within giant tortoise farm
  • Outstanding Galapagos island tours on private yacht
  • Amazing views
  • Eco-resort

Wildflower Hall

Shimla, India

  • Outstanding views over the foothills of the Himalayas
  • Incredible cuisine
  • Beautiful and relaxing spa and pool

Pangalussian Island

El Nido, Philippines

  • Awesome views from canopy rooms
  • Snorkelling just off the beach
  • Beautiful pool and perfect beach
  • Amazing sunsets – best we’ve seen anywhere in the world
  • Eco-resort

Top Tens

Thinking about Top Ten Experiences, Hotels and Wildlife pictures is pretty challenging. Fun nonetheless. Will update as we travel.

Previous Trips

We've included some of previous previous trips and will provide others over time.

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