Hop back on your private jet to the far-flung Lesser Sunda Islands, where the dramatic landscapes range from forest-cloaked volcanoes to turquoise oceans. Landing on Komodo, you’ll take a thrilling speedboat ride to a nearby private island, where the exclusive Komodo Resort nestles in a sheltered bay bordering Komodo National Park. Your home for tonight is a luxurious teak bungalow, set steps from a beach where crystal-clear waters teem with brightly-coloured fish, sea turtles and manta rays.

The UNESCO-listed park is the only place on earth where Komodo dragons still live in the wild, leading to plans to restrict tourist access from mid-2025 to protect the endangered reptiles and their delicate ecosystem. While you may not be able to hike through their natural habitat, you can still explore responsibly with a private yacht charter, cruising along the coast to watch these extraordinary blue-tongued creatures from a respectful distance. In addition to wildlife spotting, your knowledgeable skipper will help you uncover the natural beauty of the surrounding islands on rainforest treks and snorkelling adventures.

Fly by private jet to the South-East Asian nation of East Timor, a largely undeveloped former Portuguese colony spanning half the island of Timor. You’ll have the best of both worlds during your five nights here, feeling like you’ve got the place almost to yourself when exploring off the beaten track before returning to the Hilton Dili Palm Springs, a sleek urban retreat with a spa and rooftop pool on the north coast.

This leg of your trip is packed with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Marvel at breathtaking natural landscapes as you pad along the powdery sands of One Dollar Beach and scale Mount Ramelau’s sacred summit at sunrise. Discover rare natural wonders, cruising on a lake to an eerie half-sunken forest and snorkelling along one of the world’s most biodiverse reefs. And immerse yourself in rich cultural heritage, from spearfishing on Atauro Island to visiting indigenous totem houses that connect residents to their ancestors’ spirits.

Board a private boat back to mainland Bali for the final two nights of your trip. Nestled by a sacred river in the town of Ubud, Amori Villas is the perfect place to reflect on the past two weeks. Guests are outnumbered by staff members at this boutique wellness retreat, so attentive service is guaranteed as you practise yoga and meditation, unwind in the spa and learn how to whip up authentic Balinese cuisine. Just say the word and your butler will arrange local experiences such as climbing Mount Batur or attending a temple ceremony.

Throw yourself into the local culture with an introduction to Balinese mud wrestling or mepantigan, a unique martial art combining elements of taekwondo, silat, capoeira, kickboxing and judo with local music, dance and costumes. You’ll also get a rare insight into the day-to-day life of Balinese Hindus, joining a local family in their home as they worship sun god Dewa Surya in a bamboo shrine filled with offerings. After bidding your hosts goodbye, it’s time to board a private charter back to the UK.

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