Image courtesy of The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts Collection
Certain lodges and hotels were made for outdoor adventure. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, a summit chaser or simply a lover of nature, traveling to an adventure resort is a great way to embrace your wanderlust.
Read on for five of my favorite properties primed for activity in stunning natural surroundings. When you're ready to get off the grid, reach out to plan and book your dream active getaway.
The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts Collection
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This 3,500-acre guest adventure guest ranch doubles as a wellness getaway. It's open year round and easy to get to, a mere 35 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport. Over 300 experiences, from roping and horseback riding to hiking and snowshoeing, await. There's also an on-site regenerative farm, which hosts farming classes and special dinners, plus a cliffside spa overlooking Alexander Creek. Each of the 46 rooms is modern and zen, a tasteful reflection of the property's beautiful natural environs.
Fora Perks:
Breakfast daily, a welcome amenity, breakfast daily, an upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Dar Ahlam, Morocco
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This 14-room kasbah, one of the best hotels in Morocco, is an oasis on the edge of the desert, about five hours from Marrakech. Expect palm groves, manicured topiaries and blooming gardens designed by Louis Benech, the designer of Paris’ Jardin des Tuileries.
Days are spent with a personal guide exploring the region’s rich heritage, whether by trekking to the Valley of Roses, visiting a hilltop Amazigh village or partaking in a traditional tea ceremony.
Fora Perks:
Breakfast daily, a complimentary 50-minute massage for two, an upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Eleven Rio Palena Lodge, Chile
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There are a mere seven guestrooms in this Patagonian lodge. Options for adventure abound, as the lodge provides multi-day experiences including fly fishing, whitewater rafting and mountain biking, among other activities.
Skiers will delight in the region's snow-capped mountains. After an action-packed day, unwind by the river and enjoy a meal of local trout and beef, paired with local wines.
Lizard Island Resort, Australia
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You'll love the understated luxury at Lizard Island Resort, one of the best places to stay for exploring the Great Barrier Reef. It's the perfect homebase for a honeymoon or family vacation. Stroll along nearby stretches of secluded beach primed for diving, snorkeling, paddleboarding and kayaking. After a day of adventure, retreat to the resort's Essentia Day Spa, where treatments used organic, Australian-made products.
Fora Perks:
$100 resort / hotel credit, breakfast daily, an upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Angama Mara, Kenya
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When you first set foot in this luxury tented camp, you'll be captivated by the view: The property, perched on a lush encampment, overlooks the stunning Maasai Mara below. Walking safaris and game drives put you in the heart of the nature reserve, while on-site amenities like beading and photography studios, plus an organic garden, allow you to experience the environment (both natural and cultural) more fully. The food is meticulously sourced and prepared, and the people are some of the kindest, most genuine people you'll meet.