Wildlife Safari: Around the World by Private Jet

Portland, Oregon

Overview

Your journey begins

Arrive in Portland and transfer to your accommodations at the new Ritz-Carlton Portland, where you meet your tour leadership team and fellow guests over cocktails and dinner.

Tokyo, Japan

Overview

The Snow Monkey

Set off on your private jet for Tokyo, Japan (crossing the International Dateline en route), and arrive to an evening dinner of sushi and sake. Travel to Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in Nagano and hike through the park to meet the Japanese macaque, commonly known as the snow monkey. Tonight, dine at your choice of one of A&K’s handpicked restaurants in Tokyo. Design Your Day the following day with your choice of these activities:

Explore Tokyo with an Expert Guide, taking in Asakusa Kannon Temple and strolling through Tsukiji Market.

Take a Day Trip to Kamakura, a seaside city known for its Buddhist and Shinto shrines and temples.

Enjoy a Spa Treatment at your hotel and the remainder of the day at your leisure.

Tonight, attend a celebratory dinner hosted by expert geisha.

Cebu, Philippines

Overview

The Whale Shark

Celebrate your arrival in Cebu, the first Spanish settlement in the Philippines, during a beachfront Playa del Fuego cocktail reception and dinner. Immerse yourself in Cebu's rich history and culture by exploring key landmarks or teeing off for a leisurely 18-hole round of golf. Embark on an unforgettable adventure swimming alongside majestic whale sharks, creating a lasting memory with these gentle giants of the sea. Unleash your adventurous spirit with thrilling water activities like snorkeling, kayaking and jet skiing. Conclude your Cebu sojourn with a delightful local feast, savoring authentic Filipino dishes and immersing yourself in vibrant cultural performances.

Borneo, Malaysia

Overview

The Honey Bear and Organgutan

Board your private jet this morning for your flight to exotic Borneo. Set out on an excursion to the wildlife sanctuaries of Sepilok, starting with the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center, where 44 rescued bears thrive within a natural environment while being prepared to re-enter the wild. Continue to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, one of the best places to observe this critically endangered primate, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes opportunity to observe young orangutans as they are conditioned to return to the jungle. Proceed to the hotel for time at leisure, or continue on to Labuk Bay Sanctuary for a private feeding of proboscis monkeys. The next day, embark on an Abai River cruise in search of wildlife away from the crowds. Abai village is your entry to the lower Kinabatangan Segama Wetlands, located about an hour’s boat ride from Sandakan. The diversity of this area is stunning, with a record of more than 200 bird species, 90 fish species and 50 mammal species. Tonight, gather with fellow guests for cocktails and dinner at English Tea House, with local jazz musicians providing entertainment.

Jaipur, India

Overview

The Elusive Bengal Tiger

Arrive in Jaipur, India’s fabled “Pink City,” where you are greeted with a traditional maharajah’s welcome. This evening, enjoy a village-themed dinner. The next day, drive to Ranthambore National Park, where you and your expert trackers search for the greatest of all the great cats: the Bengal tiger. Spanning about 250 square miles, the forests of Ranthambore were once the private hunting grounds of the maharajahs of Jaipur, and their desire to preserve the game of these forests is partially responsible for making Ranthambore the finest habitat in the world for seeing wild tigers. Explore on morning and afternoon jungle drives, watching for these magnificent predators as well as the numerous other species that call the park home, including wild boars, deer, antelopes and sloth bears. Mughal ruins, palaces and tombs also dot the tree-clad hills. Enjoy a Dine Around opportunity within the resort, dining in your choice of the resort’s restaurants or on a terrace overlooking the countryside. Design Your Day over the next two days with your choice of activities:

Enjoy a Cultural Encounter at a local village.

Visit Historic Ranthambore Fort, a hilltop fortress with great views of the surrounding park.

Sample the Flavors of Indian Cuisine at a private culinary lesson.

Relax in the Six Senses Spa or partake in your choice of other activities at the resort.

Nosy Be, Madagascar

Overview

The Lemur

Your next stop is Madagascar, where life proceeds at a slower pace and hospitable Malagasies welcome you with serene smiles. Arrive on the island of Nosy Be — known as “the Perfumed Island” for the fragrant ylang-ylang growing everywhere — and receive a festive local welcome. Take an excursion to Nosy Antsoha for an encounter with Madagascar’s endemic primate, the lemur. These curious creatures are a mesmerizing sight as they forage, play and interact with each other. Pause for refreshments on the beach, or, if you wish, take a dip in the crystal-clear waters before lunch. Spend the next day either swimming with sea turtles or relaxing at your resort before sipping cocktails as the sun sets over the water. Gather for a talk conducted by one of Madagascar’s leading experts in lemur conservation. Enjoy a festive dinner featuring an unforgettable seafood selection accompanied by local dancers and musicians. The following day, return to Nosy Be’s airport and rejoin your private jet for the next stage of your wildlife adventure.

Bwindi National Park, Uganda

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Gorillas & Golden Monkeys

Arrive at Rwanda’s Kigali International Airport and continue to Musanze, your gateway to Volcanoes National Park, where you set out on your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to encounter the mountain gorillas of the Parc National des Volcans, part of a worldwide population of just 600. This is one of the world’s truly memorable experiences — a look into these magnificent creatures’ eyes brings home the bond that exists between them and us. It also underscores the poignant fact that they are on the edge of extinction, and that your presence here contributes to their continued survival. Learn the ins and outs of gorilla conservation during a talk with a Gorilla Doctor. The following morning, choose a Design Your Day option:

Trek to Spot Golden Monkeys, active and playful creatures who live in bamboo trees at the base of the volcanoes.

Explore a Local Market to browse a variety of goods.

Relax and Enjoy a Massage at your lodge.

This afternoon, pay a visit to the research center established by anthropologist Dian Fossey in 1967 and attend a talk by a conservation expert. Later, enjoy a private visit to the Iby’iwacu Cultural Center for an in-depth immersion into traditional Rwandan culture.

Masai Mara, Kenya

Overview

The Big Five

Arrive in Nairobi and board your private charter flight to the Masai Mara. Spend two days observing the incredible variety of wildlife that populates the Masai Mara, including the iconic Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos and Cape buffalo. Explore on game drives, a guided bush walk and even an early-morning balloon safari complete with a Champagne breakfast served in the bush. Retire to your luxurious lodge at the end of each day, reliving the day’s adventures over a gourmet dinner. You also have the opportunity to visit a Maasai village, where you meet the nomadic herders who have acted as stewards of this land for hundreds of years. A visit to a local school provides a glimpse into how A&K Philanthropy is working to improve lives in the Mara. Your last evening includes an informal talk from a wildlife conservation expert.

Boston, Massachusetts

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Journey's End

This evening, arrive in Boston, where you bid farewell to your crew and fellow guests. Transfer to the Ritz-Carlton Boston and settle in for a relaxing evening in the heart of this historic city.