A&K Launches Off Grid Adventures Collection

Tuesday, Sep 20, 2022 0

Award winning luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent was founded on the ethos of adventure by day and luxury by night. Celebrating its 60^th year, the company has launched its Off Grid Adventures collection, designed to inspire guests to let their imagination run wild and escape to the edge by land, sea, and air. From glamping in Argentina’s epic landscape, a walking safari in Kenya to sailing on a super-yacht in Alaska.

The luxury travel company has curated its collection of trips for inspiration; given their tailormade approach, anything is possible. As with any A&K trip guests can make a positive impact on the destinations they visit through their philanthropy division, Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy AKP.

Expert Guiding

A&K pride themselves on only working with the best guides and local experts; from polar explorers to African rangers, who ensure the very best in each destination. Expert knowledge of a country, little black book of contacts and insider access ensures any journey with A&K will not only run to procession but exceed expectations.

By Land…

NEW Glamping in the heart of Argentina’s epic landscape

Embark on a family adventure through glaciers and lakes of Argentina. Ride like a gaucho through the pampas and indulge in glamping so remote the night sky will illuminate your way. Your personalised glamping experience begins the moment your boat anchors at Victoria Island. During the duration of your stay in sustainable pop-up tents which are all designed specifically for you and the requirements of your party.

NEW Step back in time to Kenya’s Loita Hill

Escape modern life by putting one foot in front of the other when you embark on a walking safari following in the footsteps of your Maasai guide swathed in his scarlet shuka. Head off the beaten track into the Loita Hills on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Trek under the dappled light of podocarpus trees and experience never-ending views of the savannah where you can almost see the arc of the Earth. Following a private flight to Siana Spring and drive to Loita Hills, northwest of the Masai Mara on the Kenya-Tanzania border, you will arrive at the Forest of the Lost Child. This an indigenous woodland dotted with glades surrounded by acacias and bordered by vertiginous peaks. The trek is just one of four Maasai Trails in this secluded pocket of Africa where you can follow ancient elephant trails and learn about the Masaai culture and rich array of wildlife.

Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge, Canada

Step into the light with an exhilarating journey to the most northerly fly-in lodge on Earth. Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge is located 800 km north of the Arctic Circle on Somerset Island in Nunavut. Here, you can connect with nature as you enjoy a digital detox in this remote wilderness. Feel the thrill of paddling alongside a beluga whale. With 24 hours of daylight, this is the perfect place to paddle down a river canyon, sea kayak in the Northwest Passage, and experience the midnight sun or aurora borealis.

Finnish Lapland Adventure at Octola Lodge

Welcome to your Lapland home from home. Feel relaxed and in touch with pure nature, leave behind the stress of the day-to-day world and savour the healing qualities of Lapland’s stunningly beautiful natural environment. Prime location for northern lights viewing and set in 300 hectares of private land, Octola Lodge is pure luxury in the heart of Lapland’s wilderness.

By Sea…

Yacht Kaori: Alaska’s Inside Passage

Enjoy the view as you silently sail through the glacial waters of Alaska’s breath-taking fjords. Witness the pristine beauty of the remote Inside Passage in a way few people will ever experience on board a luxury crewed schooner, exclusively chartered for you. This is a place where evergreen islands tumble down into glittering waters, and wildlife – from whale, bear and eagle – roam free. Explore this region in comfort and style with a tailored itinerary on board Yacht Kaori.

Southeast Asia Wooden Sailing Yacht Lamima

Sail the waters of Southeast Asia on board the luxurious wooden sailing yacht Lamima, one of few five-star vessels registered under the Indonesian flag. Sailing the waters of Southeast Asia will truly capture your soul and thrill your senses. At 65 metres long Lamima is one of the world’s largest five-star wooden sailing yachts. Accommodating 14 guests with a crew of 19 including die instructors, chefs and spa therapists. Lamima was designed by esteemed yacht architect Marcelo Penna of Barcelona and constructed by Indonesia’s traditional boat builders, and seamlessly combines the authenticity of the two masted phinisi with the latest in yacht design and technology. During land excursions explore deserted beaches and secret caves, climb island peaks for panoramic views. Share the local guide’s knowledge and insight about the delicate balance between nature and those who live there.

By Air…

Around the World with Geoffrey Kent: An Inspiring Expedition by Private Jet | 24 days – October 2022

Save £5,000pp with complimentary business class flights to meet your private jet

Venture far off the beaten path on this one-of-a-kind, globe-spanning adventure, designed by Geoffrey Kent to include several places he’s visiting for the first time – and discover every destination through the kind of insider access opportunities only possible with A&K. Enjoy a magical evening in Ephesus, experience a private temple dinner hosted by a renowned chef in Hanoi and learn the practice of Voodoo at a ceremony put on just for you. Travel in style with A&K’s pioneering founder, along with a hand-picked Tour Management team and dedicated flight crew, on board a chartered 757 private jet with first-class, fully lie flat seats.

NEW Africa: Across a Continent by Private Jet 2023 | 22 days – September 2023

Seize the moment to experience the ultimate adventure, circumnavigating the great continent of Africa in only 22 days. In a world where time is of the essence, you can encounter the wonders of ancient Egypt, wildlife-rich Serengeti plains, and sleep under the stars of the Sahara Desert when you travel by private jet. Enjoy the freedom of landing closer to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, from coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla in Rwanda or feeling the spray rise from the rainbow over Victoria Falls. Our expert safari guides and Egyptologists will be with you every step of the way to share their knowledge, whether it’s inside a pyramid or trekking through the bush as you tick off the Big Five. Download the brochure here.