The Most Beautiful Landscapes Around The World

Let’s start at the southernmost tip of South America, in a land that’s truly the stuff of legend. Spanning both Chile and Argentina, Patagonia is an outdoor adventurer’s dream, packed with national parks, sweeping vistas, soaring glaciers and some of the world’s most beautiful natural landscapes.

The best things to do in Patagonia include visiting the Perito Moreno Glacier and hiking through Torres del Paine. Stay at Awasi Patagonia or Explora Patagonia to be totally immersed in the spectacular landscape.

Serengeti National Park is not only home to the most majestic wildlife in Tanzania, but also some of the country’s prettiest landscapes. Imagine grassy plains stretching as far as the eye can see – a remarkable backdrop for Big Five safaris and the annual Great Migration.

Here animals roam amid ancient baobabs and umbrella acacias, creating the quintessential safari scenery that makes this land so iconic. Tanzania also boasts other renowned destinations like Mount Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, so you can see several gorgeous landscapes without even crossing a border.

Picture the Greek Islands, and an image of Santorini will likely spring to mind. The island is famous for its massive caldera: an underwater crater formed after an ancient volcanic eruption. This unique geographical feature makes for superb views, featuring sheer cliffs and some of the best sunsets in Greece (and the world, for that matter).

Santorini’s scenery is further enhanced by its picturesque blue and white buildings and windmills, especially in the clifftop town of Oia. Visitors might flock here for photo ops, but we can help you find hidden corners where you’ll feel like you have the island all to yourself.

Some say Greenland is the most beautiful place in the world, and while we find it impossible to choose just one, we do see their point. It’s the largest island on the planet, with incredibly low population density and enormous expanses of polar scenery. Expect to see glaciers, icebergs, fjords, Arctic deserts and one-of-a-kind wildlife adapted to thrive in the harsh climate.

Greenland is also one of the world’s best spots to see the northern lights during winter (September to April). We recommend staying in the waterfront town of Ilulissat to witness the ethereal light show by night and explore the surrounding wilderness by day.

It’s hard to imagine a more iconic peak than Mount Everest. Holding the title of the world’s highest mountain above sea level, it’s been attracting daring climbers for decades. But apart from its allure to adventurers, this part of Nepal is also notable for its breathtaking beauty. 

In addition to its eponymous mountain, the Everest region offers shimmering lakes, traditional villages and several other Himalayan peaks that you can explore on thrilling (yet accessible) hikes. While you’re in Nepal, don’t miss out on a stay at Shinta Mani Mustang in the Annapurna region, which is arguably just as beautiful.

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system on earth and the only spot on this list that’s entirely underwater. You’ll find it off the northeastern coast of Australia in the vibrant region of North Queensland. Snorkel, scuba dive or board a glass-bottom boat to discover the unfathomable wonders that await below the surface.

Although most people visit the Great Barrier Reef to see the thousands of marine species that inhabit it, the world above the water is also worth your time. This area boasts pristine beaches and sublime islands, including the white-sand paradise of the Whitsundays.

Namibia’s Skeleton Coast is a place of stark and desolate beauty defined by sloping dunes and steep canyons. Speckled with shipwrecks and hidden oases, it seems straight out of a fantasy novel. More than one of our top reasons to visit Namibia can be found here, including the fascinating ghost town of Kolmanskop and the country’s best surf break.

Although this landscape might seem unforgiving, it’s also home to desert-adapted wildlife like elephants and Cape fur seals. And when the sun goes down, you’ll be treated to some of the world’s best stargazing; stay at Wilderness Little Kulala to enjoy it from your own private rooftop.

The Sahara Desert is one of the most significant geographical features on earth. It’s the world’s largest hot desert, and its sheer size is part of what makes it so stunning. Visiting the Moroccan Sahara means seeing some of the starriest skies you can imagine and waking up to pastel sunrises over ochre dunes.

Although Morocco only contains a relatively small sliver of the Sahara Desert, this is where you’ll find the most iconic views and remote outposts like Dar Ahlam Nomad Camps: one of our all-time favourite glamping spots.

Right on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, Victoria Falls are among the seven natural wonders of the world. They’re a mesmerising testament to nature’s power and the ideal addition to a southern Africa safari. We suggest visiting the Zimbabwe side of the falls for the most varied and impressive views, but the Zambia side is also astounding.

The easiest way to visit Victoria Falls is by staying at one of the luxurious riverside lodges nearby, which organise excursions on foot, by boat or even by helicopter. No matter which angle you see them from, getting up close to the thundering falls is something you’ll never forget.

Hạ Long Bay is the stuff of screensavers and postcards. This UNESCO World Heritage Site includes nearly 2,000 islets and limestone rock formations that emerge from emerald waters and stretch up towards the sky. It’s one of the most photographed sites in Vietnam and an essential stop on any tour of the country.

Our favourite way to see Hạ Long Bay is from the deck of a luxury junk boat like the Violet or Bhaya Legend II. Spending a few nights aboard one of these vessels will allow you to see more of the bay, go snorkelling or diving and discover secret beaches that most visitors miss.

The Uyuni Salt Flats are best known for the magical mirror effect that occurs during the rainy season (November to March). When the cracked crust of the earth is flooded with rainwater, it creates a perfect reflection of the sky – and the result can only be described as a dreamscape.

Even in the dry season, the sparkling white surface of the Salar de Uyuni is still a sight to behold. There are also volcanic hot springs, geysers and lagoons to visit. You can see all of it on the incredibly scenic Travesia route from the Atacama Desert to Bolivia’s Altiplano and Uyuni.

The West Coast of Ireland promises plenty of extraordinary panoramas, from coastal paths to mountainous national parks. The Cliffs of Moher are a must-see in this region, covering eight kilometres of coastline. The contrast between green grass, variegated rock and deep blue water makes this one of western Europe’s most strikingly beautiful spots.

Walk along the clifftop paths for fantastic views or go one step further with a personalised private cruise through the waters below. The journey will take you to the towering sea stack of Branaunmore, where you can spot several species of cliff-nesting seabirds.

The Amazon is the largest tropical rainforest on earth and a haven of biodiversity. It’s also home to some of the world’s most remote places to travel. Chief among them is the Southern Peruvian Amazon, also known as Madre de Dios, which is easily accessible from Cusco and Lima.

The beauty of the Amazon lies primarily in its dazzling density of flora and fauna. Stay at Posada Amazonas – one of the world’s best rainforest lodges and part of our Positive Impact Collection – to dive deep into this intriguing environment via canopy tours, trekking, birdwatching, river cruises and more.

Midway between Zagreb and Zadar lies one of the world’s most beautiful national parks, and certainly the most famous one in Croatia. Plitvice Lakes National Park is a leafy paradise of glassy pools and cascades with various hiking trails and walkways winding between them.

Part of what makes Plitvice Lakes so captivating is their eye-catching colour; a unique combination of algae and minerals transforms the water into a constantly changing spectrum of vivid blue, green, teal and turquoise.