25-Nights Wildlife Safari: Around the World by Private Jet - A&K Private Jet Journeys from $199,500

Itinerary Details

1 Portland, Oregon – Your Journey Begins

Arrive in Portland and transfer to The Ritz-Carlton, Portland, where you meet your leadership team and fellow guests at a welcome cocktail reception and dinner.

Start your journey around the world in a tranquil coastal town where the desert meets the Sea of Cortez — the first-ever visit to Mexico by A&K Private Jet

Set off on your first private jet flight to La Paz, the beginning of your extraordinary journey. Arrive to a welcome celebration in one of Baja’s iconic coastal settings, featuring regional flavors, live music and a festive atmosphere. Take to the water for a remarkable marine experience in the waters of the Sea of Cortez, famously described by Jacques Cousteau as “the aquarium of the world.” Join expert marine naturalists for an unforgettable — and responsibly managed —encounter with whale sharks, the gentle giants of the ocean. Observe and, if you wish, swim alongside these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, all in accordance with conservation best practices. Explore La Paz’s emerging culinary scene with a Dine Around experience, selecting from a curated collection of restaurants. Take part in your chosen Design Your Day activity.

• Work alongside local marine experts engaged in real conservation work, including shark tagging focused on shortfin mako and blue sharks
• Join researchers as they safely collect turtles, record vital scientific data, place tags and release them back into their natural habitat
• Enjoy a round of golf at the renowned El Cortés Golf Club, a signature course offering dramatic Sea of Cortez views
• Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment at Espíritu Spa, with a choice of massages, facials and restorative therapies
  

Start your journey around the world in a tranquil coastal town where the desert meets the Sea of Cortez — the first-ever visit to Mexico by A&K Private Jet

Set off on your first private jet flight to La Paz, the beginning of your extraordinary journey. Arrive to a welcome celebration in one of Baja’s iconic coastal settings, featuring regional flavors, live music and a festive atmosphere. Take to the water for a remarkable marine experience in the waters of the Sea of Cortez, famously described by Jacques Cousteau as “the aquarium of the world.” Join expert marine naturalists for an unforgettable — and responsibly managed —encounter with whale sharks, the gentle giants of the ocean. Observe and, if you wish, swim alongside these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, all in accordance with conservation best practices. Explore La Paz’s emerging culinary scene with a Dine Around experience, selecting from a curated collection of restaurants. Take part in your chosen Design Your Day activity.

• Work alongside local marine experts engaged in real conservation work, including shark tagging focused on shortfin mako and blue sharks
• Join researchers as they safely collect turtles, record vital scientific data, place tags and release them back into their natural habitat
• Enjoy a round of golf at the renowned El Cortés Golf Club, a signature course offering dramatic Sea of Cortez views
• Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment at Espíritu Spa, with a choice of massages, facials and restorative therapies
  

Start your journey around the world in a tranquil coastal town where the desert meets the Sea of Cortez — the first-ever visit to Mexico by A&K Private Jet

Set off on your first private jet flight to La Paz, the beginning of your extraordinary journey. Arrive to a welcome celebration in one of Baja’s iconic coastal settings, featuring regional flavors, live music and a festive atmosphere. Take to the water for a remarkable marine experience in the waters of the Sea of Cortez, famously described by Jacques Cousteau as “the aquarium of the world.” Join expert marine naturalists for an unforgettable — and responsibly managed —encounter with whale sharks, the gentle giants of the ocean. Observe and, if you wish, swim alongside these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, all in accordance with conservation best practices. Explore La Paz’s emerging culinary scene with a Dine Around experience, selecting from a curated collection of restaurants. Take part in your chosen Design Your Day activity.

• Work alongside local marine experts engaged in real conservation work, including shark tagging focused on shortfin mako and blue sharks
• Join researchers as they safely collect turtles, record vital scientific data, place tags and release them back into their natural habitat
• Enjoy a round of golf at the renowned El Cortés Golf Club, a signature course offering dramatic Sea of Cortez views
• Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment at Espíritu Spa, with a choice of massages, facials and restorative therapies
  

Not just a paradise for land dwellers, Hawaii is home to spectacular ocean life — as well as a waypoint on the humpback whale’s annual migratory route.

Board your jet to Kona and transfer to Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection on the Kohala Coast for a relaxing evening. Every year between December and March, thousands of humpback whales migrate more than 3,500 miles to the warm waters of Hawaii to breed, calf and nurse their young. Board a private vessel for an unforgettable whale watching experience, offering a rare opportunity to witness these magnificent marine mammals in their natural habitat. Keep watch for spinner dolphins, pilot and sperm whales, manta rays, sea turtles and other species that inhabit these rich Pacific waters. Conclude an incredible day with a festive beach luau featuring island-inspired cuisine and live entertainment.

Head to Japan’s highlands, where the valleys echo with ancient folk tales, for an immersive experience with snow monkeys in the hot springs of Jigokudani.

Set off on your private jet for Tokyo, Japan, crossing the International Dateline en route and arriving to a casual dinner of Japanese favorites. Travel to Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in Nagano and hike through the park to meet the Japanese macaque, commonly known as the snow monkey. Blanketed in snow for a third of the year, the region is one of the only places in the world where you can witness families of monkeys flocking to the natural onsen (hot spring). Dine at your choice of one of A&K’s handpicked restaurants in Tokyo, with the next day dedicated to your selected Design Your Day activity.

• Embark on a half-day exploration of Tokyo, beginning at Asakusa Kannon Temple, and then visit the world-famous Tsukiji Outer Market
• Experience the peaceful, park-like atmosphere of Meiji Shrine’s expansive grounds, then tour the Imperial Palace Plaza, site of the former residence of the imperial family
• Embark on a guided shopping experience tailored to your interests, hobbies and style
• Experience a restorative wellness treatment designed to ease tension and leave you feeling refreshed and renewed

Tonight, attend a celebratory dinner hosted by an expert geisha.

Head to Japan’s highlands, where the valleys echo with ancient folk tales, for an immersive experience with snow monkeys in the hot springs of Jigokudani.

Set off on your private jet for Tokyo, Japan, crossing the International Dateline en route and arriving to a casual dinner of Japanese favorites. Travel to Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in Nagano and hike through the park to meet the Japanese macaque, commonly known as the snow monkey. Blanketed in snow for a third of the year, the region is one of the only places in the world where you can witness families of monkeys flocking to the natural onsen (hot spring). Dine at your choice of one of A&K’s handpicked restaurants in Tokyo, with the next day dedicated to your selected Design Your Day activity.

• Embark on a half-day exploration of Tokyo, beginning at Asakusa Kannon Temple, and then visit the world-famous Tsukiji Outer Market
• Experience the peaceful, park-like atmosphere of Meiji Shrine’s expansive grounds, then tour the Imperial Palace Plaza, site of the former residence of the imperial family
• Embark on a guided shopping experience tailored to your interests, hobbies and style
• Experience a restorative wellness treatment designed to ease tension and leave you feeling refreshed and renewed

Tonight, attend a celebratory dinner hosted by an expert geisha.

Head to Japan’s highlands, where the valleys echo with ancient folk tales, for an immersive experience with snow monkeys in the hot springs of Jigokudani.

Set off on your private jet for Tokyo, Japan, crossing the International Dateline en route and arriving to a casual dinner of Japanese favorites. Travel to Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in Nagano and hike through the park to meet the Japanese macaque, commonly known as the snow monkey. Blanketed in snow for a third of the year, the region is one of the only places in the world where you can witness families of monkeys flocking to the natural onsen (hot spring). Dine at your choice of one of A&K’s handpicked restaurants in Tokyo, with the next day dedicated to your selected Design Your Day activity.

• Embark on a half-day exploration of Tokyo, beginning at Asakusa Kannon Temple, and then visit the world-famous Tsukiji Outer Market
• Experience the peaceful, park-like atmosphere of Meiji Shrine’s expansive grounds, then tour the Imperial Palace Plaza, site of the former residence of the imperial family
• Embark on a guided shopping experience tailored to your interests, hobbies and style
• Experience a restorative wellness treatment designed to ease tension and leave you feeling refreshed and renewed

Tonight, attend a celebratory dinner hosted by an expert geisha.

Explore Malaysia's wild island, where exotic birds make a home of the wetlands, and experience privileged private encounters with proboscis monkeys and orangutans

Board your private jet for your flight to exotic Borneo, where you may head directly to your hotel or stop at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary for a private feeding experience with proboscis monkeys. Embark on an Abai River cruise for a wildlife search far from the crowds in the lower Kinabatangan Segama Wetlands. The diversity of this area is stunning, with a record of more than 200 bird species, 90 fish species and 50 mammal species. Transfer to the English Tea House for cocktails and dinner, accompanied by a fire show. Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, 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.

Explore Malaysia's wild island, where exotic birds make a home of the wetlands, and experience privileged private encounters with proboscis monkeys and orangutans

Board your private jet for your flight to exotic Borneo, where you may head directly to your hotel or stop at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary for a private feeding experience with proboscis monkeys. Embark on an Abai River cruise for a wildlife search far from the crowds in the lower Kinabatangan Segama Wetlands. The diversity of this area is stunning, with a record of more than 200 bird species, 90 fish species and 50 mammal species. Transfer to the English Tea House for cocktails and dinner, accompanied by a fire show. Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, 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.

Set out with your camera in forests where rajas once hunted, searching for one of the world’s most magnificent — and endangered — predators.

Fly to Varanasi, India before continuing by private jet to Khajuraho, the gateway to Panna National Park, the greatest refuge of the wild and elusive Bengal tiger. A pre-dinner talk led by an expert naturalist helps prime you for exploring the park. Join your expert tracker in search of the greatest of all great cats as you venture out on morning and afternoon jungle drives, watching for these magnificent predators as well as leopards, sloth bears, deer and antelope. The next morning is yours for a Design Your Day activity.

• Visit the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments temples, renowned for their exquisite Nagara-style architecture and intricately carved sandstone sculptures
• Visit an A&K Philanthropy-sponsored project dedicated to empowering young women from the historically marginalized Pardhi tribe, who receive artisan training and skill development
• Enjoy a guided walk through a traditional Bundelkhand village, exploring quiet lanes, ancient shrines and daily rural life
• Indulge in a restorative wellness experience designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation

Your Panna visit ends with a village-themed dinner on the lawns of the hotel.

Set out with your camera in forests where rajas once hunted, searching for one of the world’s most magnificent — and endangered — predators.

Fly to Varanasi, India before continuing by private jet to Khajuraho, the gateway to Panna National Park, the greatest refuge of the wild and elusive Bengal tiger. A pre-dinner talk led by an expert naturalist helps prime you for exploring the park. Join your expert tracker in search of the greatest of all great cats as you venture out on morning and afternoon jungle drives, watching for these magnificent predators as well as leopards, sloth bears, deer and antelope. The next morning is yours for a Design Your Day activity.

• Visit the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments temples, renowned for their exquisite Nagara-style architecture and intricately carved sandstone sculptures
• Visit an A&K Philanthropy-sponsored project dedicated to empowering young women from the historically marginalized Pardhi tribe, who receive artisan training and skill development
• Enjoy a guided walk through a traditional Bundelkhand village, exploring quiet lanes, ancient shrines and daily rural life
• Indulge in a restorative wellness experience designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation

Your Panna visit ends with a village-themed dinner on the lawns of the hotel.

Scattered like emeralds across the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles archipelago is a sanctuary of untamed beauty where only eight of its 115 islands are inhabited, and the rest are left to nature.

The Seychelles are a secluded slice of paradise, where the surf climbs the beaches with a gentle sigh and colorful life abounds both above and below the water. Amid a journey filled with exhilarating wildlife encounters, your Seychelles stay offers a deliberate, luxurious pause. Your exquisite hideaway on Mahé’s southwest coast, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, is discreetly nestled in the lush hills above Petite Anse Bay. Visit Victoria, the world’s smallest capital city, to see the colorful market and iconic clock tower. Stop at the eye-catching Hindu temple before continuing to Mission Lodge, once called Venn’s Town, the island’s first school built for children of freed enslaved people who could not return to their homeland. Your final evening in Seychelles celebrates this unique country with a festive dinner overlooking the ocean. Customize your time in Mahé with Dine Around opportunities within the resort and your choice of Design Your Day options.

• Snorkel the vibrant coral reefs of Petite Anse with a dedicated marine biologist, capturing underwater memories while learning about local conservation efforts
• Paddle across crystal-clear waters by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, spotting turtles, rays and seabirds as you explore the bay at your leisure
• Embark on a gentle guided hike to a granite summit for a serene open-air meditation led by a resident yogi, surrounded by breathtaking island views
• Indulge in a personalized treatment at the hilltop Four Seasons Spa, where ocean views and island botanicals elevate every moment of relaxation
  

Scattered like emeralds across the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles archipelago is a sanctuary of untamed beauty where only eight of its 115 islands are inhabited, and the rest are left to nature.

The Seychelles are a secluded slice of paradise, where the surf climbs the beaches with a gentle sigh and colorful life abounds both above and below the water. Amid a journey filled with exhilarating wildlife encounters, your Seychelles stay offers a deliberate, luxurious pause. Your exquisite hideaway on Mahé’s southwest coast, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, is discreetly nestled in the lush hills above Petite Anse Bay. Visit Victoria, the world’s smallest capital city, to see the colorful market and iconic clock tower. Stop at the eye-catching Hindu temple before continuing to Mission Lodge, once called Venn’s Town, the island’s first school built for children of freed enslaved people who could not return to their homeland. Your final evening in Seychelles celebrates this unique country with a festive dinner overlooking the ocean. Customize your time in Mahé with Dine Around opportunities within the resort and your choice of Design Your Day options.

• Snorkel the vibrant coral reefs of Petite Anse with a dedicated marine biologist, capturing underwater memories while learning about local conservation efforts
• Paddle across crystal-clear waters by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, spotting turtles, rays and seabirds as you explore the bay at your leisure
• Embark on a gentle guided hike to a granite summit for a serene open-air meditation led by a resident yogi, surrounded by breathtaking island views
• Indulge in a personalized treatment at the hilltop Four Seasons Spa, where ocean views and island botanicals elevate every moment of relaxation
  

Follow your expert guide through dense jungle to meet a family of gorillas in their wild habitat — a movingly recognizable echo of ourselves

From the paradise of the Seychelles, fly to Kigali and take a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, a dense tropical jungle where the air is filled with the calls of birds and the hum of insects, and the forest shelters some of the rarest life on Earth — including some of our closest primate relatives. Set out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to encounter mountain gorillas, part of a worldwide population of only about 1,000. Spend an hour in the company of these magnificent creatures as they forage, play or simply lounge amid the greenery, their affinity to humans apparent in every interaction and glance. This is one of the world’s truly memorable experiences. An exclusive talk with a Gorilla Doctor reveals the challenges in preserving these critically endangered giants. Pay a visit to the research center established by anthropologist Dian Fossey in 1967 for a talk with a conservation expert. 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, leaving the jungle behind to mingle with locals and browse a variety of goods
• Indulge in a relaxing massage to help you unwind and recharge
  

Follow your expert guide through dense jungle to meet a family of gorillas in their wild habitat — a movingly recognizable echo of ourselves

From the paradise of the Seychelles, fly to Kigali and take a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, a dense tropical jungle where the air is filled with the calls of birds and the hum of insects, and the forest shelters some of the rarest life on Earth — including some of our closest primate relatives. Set out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to encounter mountain gorillas, part of a worldwide population of only about 1,000. Spend an hour in the company of these magnificent creatures as they forage, play or simply lounge amid the greenery, their affinity to humans apparent in every interaction and glance. This is one of the world’s truly memorable experiences. An exclusive talk with a Gorilla Doctor reveals the challenges in preserving these critically endangered giants. Pay a visit to the research center established by anthropologist Dian Fossey in 1967 for a talk with a conservation expert. 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, leaving the jungle behind to mingle with locals and browse a variety of goods
• Indulge in a relaxing massage to help you unwind and recharge
  

Experience the best wildlife viewing East Africa has to offer, with your choice of two iconic safari destinations.

Continue to Nairobi, where a privately chartered flight takes you to your pre-selected safari destination — either the Maasai Mara Game Reserve or Amboseli National Park — for unforgettable wildlife viewing.

The sprawling Maasai Mara is a place of rolling grasslands, winding rivers and tree-dotted savannas where large game herds huddle and graze under the watchful eye of lions, cheetahs and leopards. With such a varied topography, wildlife is correspondingly diverse, with a high concentration of predators and prey that brings excitement to every game drive.

Amboseli National Park is both open and intimate, with flat plains stretching to the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, its immensity dominating the far horizon. Elephants are the marquee attraction here, whether observed from a few yards away or as tiny specks against Kilimanjaro, along with great herds of giraffes and zebras, closely observed by resident lions and cheetahs.

Whichever destination you choose, explore on game drives and even embark on a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast served in the bush. Visiting a Maasai village, meet the nomadic herders who have acted as stewards of this land for hundreds of years, and stop at a local school for a glimpse of how A&K Philanthropy is working to improve lives. Between activities, enjoy time at your luxurious lodge, taking in the stillness and beauty of your surroundings. Your last evening includes an informal talk from a wildlife conservation expert.

Experience the best wildlife viewing East Africa has to offer, with your choice of two iconic safari destinations.

Continue to Nairobi, where a privately chartered flight takes you to your pre-selected safari destination — either the Maasai Mara Game Reserve or Amboseli National Park — for unforgettable wildlife viewing.

The sprawling Maasai Mara is a place of rolling grasslands, winding rivers and tree-dotted savannas where large game herds huddle and graze under the watchful eye of lions, cheetahs and leopards. With such a varied topography, wildlife is correspondingly diverse, with a high concentration of predators and prey that brings excitement to every game drive.

Amboseli National Park is both open and intimate, with flat plains stretching to the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, its immensity dominating the far horizon. Elephants are the marquee attraction here, whether observed from a few yards away or as tiny specks against Kilimanjaro, along with great herds of giraffes and zebras, closely observed by resident lions and cheetahs.

Whichever destination you choose, explore on game drives and even embark on a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast served in the bush. Visiting a Maasai village, meet the nomadic herders who have acted as stewards of this land for hundreds of years, and stop at a local school for a glimpse of how A&K Philanthropy is working to improve lives. Between activities, enjoy time at your luxurious lodge, taking in the stillness and beauty of your surroundings. Your last evening includes an informal talk from a wildlife conservation expert.

Step into the past for an exclusive celebration on an island outpost in the Mediterranean

Your group reunites in Nairobi as you board your private jet for Malta. Celebrate the end of your journey with a private after-hours visit to St. John’s Co-Cathedral, where its austere exterior contrasts dramatically with a richly ornate High Baroque interior. Then experience one of Malta’s oldest traditions — the festa, or village feast — where one of Malta’s oldest and most respected marching bands leads you through the streets for a specially curated festival of food, drinks, music and traditional entertainment, an unforgettable window into Maltese community and culture.