Wellness Holidays for Animal Lovers

Helping animal lovers get closer to nature whilst using their precious holiday time to enhance their well-being, Health and Fitness Travel, the leading experts in wellness holidays worldwide, share their inspired collection of wellness holidays for animal lovers. From a wellness spa safari in South Africa, to an active horse riding escape in Utah’s Red Mountains, holidaymakers will love combining the experience of unforgettable animal encounters with revitalising wellness activities.

In between animal encounters, keep active or relax and rejuvenate at these healthy retreats with a vast array of spa treatments, wellness activities and fitness classes. Offering everything from yoga and meditation to cycling and surfing, these inspiring wellness holidays for animal lovers are designed to keep you fit and healthy whilst traveling the world in search of your favourite furry and feathered friends.

Safari in South Africa: Karkloof Safari Spa

Passionate about the conservation of South Africa’s natural wildlife, encounter stunning wildlife at this luxury spa safari retreat, set within a 3,500 hectare reserve. Get up close and personal with South Africa’s stunning wildlife, including white rhino, hippo, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and monkeys, whilst satisfying your twitching needs spotting flocks of ostrich and hearing the inspiring song of the African fish eagle. Ideal for a luxury spa holiday, relax and unwind after an exhilarating day with unlimited treatments in the award-winning spa.

Dolphin Spotting in Portugal: Galo Resort

Experience a magical marine encounter dolphin spotting at this luxury wellness retreat on the South East coast of Madeira. With large schools of dolphins swimming the waters of the Mid-Atlantic throughout the year, climb aboard and witness the beauty of wild dolphins in their natural habitat as they play amongst the waves. Whales also frequent these waters and may grace you with a once in a lifetime sighting. Complement this holiday experience with a variety of wellness activities at this luxury retreat, whether perfecting your yoga or unwinding with rejuvenating Ayurveda spa treatments.

Tropical Wildlife in Central America: Costa Rica Discover Recover

Explore one of the world’s most richly bio-diverse environments in tropical Costa Rica, the ideal destination for an adventure holiday. Zipline through the forest canopy surrounded by the unforgettable call of howler monkeys, before spotting iguanas, toucans, sloths, butterflies and hummingbirds on a jungle crocodile safari tour or Veragua rainforest park tour. Mix things up with a cultural coffee plantation tour, a San Jose city tour, or revive at Volcan Arenal’s hot springs and enjoy dinner with a view of the glowing volcano. Recover from your adventures at your luxury wellness retreat, with spa treatments, reviving surfing and calming yoga.

Horse Riding in Utah: Red Mountain Resort

Set in America’s infamous ‘Wild West’ explore the sublime views of Utah’s natural Red Mountain range on horseback. Enrich your health and fitness as you follow your love of horse riding by traversing through the scenic Snow Canyon State Park on these magnificent pedigree horses. Out of the saddle, keep active with daily hikes and a variety of fitness activities, from rock climbing to bootcamp training and kayaking to kickboxing. Soothe aching muscles after a busy day with yoga or Tai Chi, before indulging with a rejuvenating spa massage.

Scuba Diving in the Maldives: Maalifushi

Learn to dive and gain PADI certification in one of the world’s best diving destinations, on this luxury wellness holiday for marine life lovers.  Dive in and explore the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, boasting an abundance of marine life; including whale sharks, manta rays, turtles and beautifully vibrant corals and schools of fish. Make a splash above the water with a surfing lesson, before rejuvenating after a day in the ocean with luxurious spa treatments or complimentary yoga classes in the open-air yoga pavilion.

Camel Riding in Morocco: Paradis Plage

If you’ve already got the t-shirt for horse riding on holiday, spice things up on your next wellness holiday with a camel ride across the beaches of Morocco. Experience the ultimate in dessert transportation and cruise along the beautiful golden sands of Agadir on a camel. With an oceanfront yoga pavilion and three scheduled group yoga classes a day, Paradis Plage is the ideal beach retreat for a spa, surf and holiday. Make the most of your surroundings with activities from surfing, to mountain biking and nature walks.

Meet Rescued Animals in Thailand: Thailand Discover Recover

Discover a humbling holiday experience by meeting over 400 rescued animals at the WFFT Wildlife Rescue Centre in Thailand. From orphaned baby monkeys to injured lorises and civets, help out by giving a rescued elephant a shower and learn how the work of the trust is helping Thailand’s most beautiful and endangered creatures. From Health and Fitness Travel’s exclusive Discover Recover collection, explore Thailand’s cultural surroundings on a temple tour or visit to the Damnern Saduak Floating Market, before taking part in a traditional Thai cooking class. Recover after an awe-inspiring few days, with luxurious spa treatments and complimentary fitness classes, at a choice of wellness retreats.

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