9 Sensational Secluded Destinations For An Off-Grid Adventure

The mantra ‘no news, no shoes’ highlights how Soneva ensures the feeling of a complete, immersive switch-off for its guests. Amid the ocean-fringed jungle of Koh Kood, Soneva Kiri is the Thai outpost of this ultra-luxury, barefoot brand, where vast, spectacular villas maximize a verdant, secluded setting. Indoor-outdoor living spaces place guests in the middle of this heavenly spot, where lush rainforest melds into stunning, unspoilt beaches. To enjoy a more unusual vantage point, guests can also dine in the treetop restaurant, before visiting Soneva’s observatory for a phenomenal perspective of the dazzling night sky.

Soon-to-open Shinta Mani Mustang will give an unparalleled panorama of this dramatic and isolated Himalayan spot in the depths of the Kali Gandaki valley, between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. The design – by architect and interior designer Bill Bensley – brings in the rich wonders of the region through a style based on traditional Tibetan homes, locally sourced materials and floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the Nilgiri mountains. Personalized guided experiences are offered to explore the landscape, from trekking to horse riding along secluded paths with majestic vistas.

Within a striking setting of canyons, mesas, ridges and gorges, Amangiri is encompassed by thousands of square miles of untouched landscape in the sweeping Utah desert. The hotel sits at the gateway to incredible national parks in the Colorado Plateau, making it the ideal place for excursions into the awe-inspiring scenery. As for where to lay your head, the copious space means that accommodation at the ultra-luxe Aman property includes private houses, dreamy stone suites and elegant canvas pavilions for a closer-to-the-wilderness experience at Camp Sarika.

Nihi Sumba describes itself as existing on the ‘edge of wildness’, with an enviable location on one of Indonesia’s lesser-known islands. Here, guests will find 28 immaculately designed villas, each with a private pool and breathtaking panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. From soaking up the renowned surf and dining in the open air, to sightseeing by horseback and getting involved in Nihi’s community and conservation projects, this is an immersion in Indonesia like no other.

It’s difficult to come by a destination more off-grid than a private island, and Pine Cay is one of the most exclusive in the Caribbean. Take a 20-minute boat ride from mainland Turks and Caicos to reach the swathes of pristine white sands and elegant 12-beachfront-room hotel (which has recently undergone a renovation and joined Relais & Châteaux) on the edge of the world’s third-largest barrier reef. Whether on the cerulean water or on land, the opportunities to marvel at the surroundings are second to none, and the resort, set amid 800 acres of glorious wilderness, serves up barefoot island living at its most serene.

Found off the rugged pacific coast of Panama, Islas Secas is an exclusive, privately owned archipelago of 14 islands in the Gulf of Chiriquí. Home to one of the Pacific’s largest coral reefs, the region has been largely undisturbed and the resort provides a paradisial place to explore its numerous bucket-list offerings – from discovering the UNESCO World Heritage site of Coiba National Park, a short boat ride away, to marine safaris. The local wildlife includes humpback whales, tropical birds and giant manta rays, while the resort’s accommodation spans an array of beautifully designed casitas, offering guests a sense of indoor-outdoor living.