Destinations

Places we open for you

Each of these places is arranged personally through partners we trust. Choose one, tell us what you have in mind, and our concierge will take it from there.

A superyacht at anchor under a copper sunset
Private by designThe evening is already arranged.
A cream leather private jet cabin
Quietly exclusiveEvery detail arranged for you.
A black helicopter waiting on a green field
Arrive differentlyDoors that open for few.
IbizaA white villa with a reflecting pool
White walls, still waterA villa hidden from the crowd.
A private jet at golden hour, ready to depart
A world beyond the expectedNot simply found.
Thoughtfully introduced.
A far-sight scope view of a kudu in the bush
Safari and HuntingPatience, precision and respect for the wild.
NamibiaA red dune glowing above the desert floor
Dunes at first lightWhere the desert is yours alone.
A safari vehicle at sunset on the open plains
Private safariThe plains at golden hour, with no one else.

The KURA vision

What no one else can open for you

KURA is not a booking site. We open doors that are never listed: private tables, closed estates and journeys arranged personally through people we trust, so that what you experience cannot be found, bought or copied elsewhere.

  • Unlisted accessDoors that are never advertised, opened by introduction only.
  • Made for oneEvery journey is shaped around a single guest and never repeated.
  • Personally arrangedOne concierge, from the first thought to the last detail.

01

Italy

Piedmont, white truffles and the table

The rolling Langhe hills, candlelit cellars and the Alba white truffle season. Italy here is a private table, a truffle hunt at dawn and producers who rarely open their doors.

Experiences available

  • Private truffle hunts with local hunters
  • Chef tables and private cellar tastings
  • Stays in historic wine estates
  • Culinary journeys through Piedmont
ItalyVineyards on the rolling Langhe hillsVineyards on the rolling Langhe hills
ItalyPositano rising above the Amalfi CoastPositano rising above the Amalfi Coast
ItalyA turquoise bay with boats on the Italian RivieraA turquoise bay with boats on the Italian Riviera
ItalySunset over the Ligurian coastSunset over the Ligurian coast

02

Senegal

Private safari beyond the usual route

Giraffes under baobabs, pink lakes and the pulse of Dakar. Senegal offers private safari experiences on a human scale, with expert guides and quiet lodges.

Experiences available

  • Private safari experiences with expert guides
  • Baobab landscapes and the pink lake
  • Boutique lodges and river camps
  • Dakar culture, music and cuisine
SenegalGiraffes beneath acacia trees in a private reserveGiraffes beneath acacia trees in a private reserve
SenegalA boat on the pink waters of a salt lakeA boat on the pink waters of a salt lake
SenegalA zebra walking beneath a baobabA zebra walking beneath a baobab
SenegalA mighty baobab tree on the dry savannahA mighty baobab tree on the dry savannah

03

Gambia

Safari, rivers and quiet nature

A gentle country of mangrove rivers, birdlife and golden beaches. The Gambia is safari and nature at an unhurried pace, close to the sea and far from the crowds.

Experiences available

  • Private river and mangrove safaris
  • Birdwatching with expert naturalists
  • Wildlife encounters and nature walks
  • Beachfront stays and sunset dinners
GambiaA winding river through green mangrovesA winding river through green mangroves
GambiaPalm trees and fishing boats on the riverbankPalm trees and fishing boats on the riverbank
GambiaA wading bird in still waterA wading bird in still water
GambiaGolden sunset on a quiet beachGolden sunset on a quiet beach

04

Sri Lanka

An island of many moods

Tea-covered hills, ancient citadels, wild elephants and golden coastline, all within a short journey of each other. Sri Lanka is rich, varied and made for a personal itinerary.

Experiences available

  • Private train and tea country journeys
  • Heritage villas and boutique hideaways
  • Wildlife encounters with expert naturalists
  • Coastal escapes and ayurvedic wellness
Sri LankaA private villa pool among palmsA private villa pool among palms
Sri LankaA villa veranda overlooking a palm garden and poolA villa veranda overlooking a palm garden and pool
Sri LankaGalle Fort seen from aboveGalle Fort seen from above
Sri LankaGalle lighthouse at duskGalle lighthouse at dusk

05

Bhutan

The last Himalayan kingdom

A quiet kingdom of mountain monasteries, terraced valleys and living tradition. Bhutan is travelled slowly and privately, with guides who open doors that are rarely open.

Experiences available

  • Private monastery and valley visits
  • Guided Himalayan walks
  • Stays in intimate luxury lodges
  • Local cuisine and cultural encounters
BhutanA cliffside monastery in the HimalayasA cliffside monastery in the Himalayas
BhutanA temple in a green Himalayan valleyA temple in a green Himalayan valley
BhutanA green valley in morning mistA green valley in morning mist
BhutanA golden temple roof against the skyA golden temple roof against the sky

06

Mongolia

Endless steppe, open sky

A vast, wild land of rolling grasslands, nomadic traditions and some of the clearest night skies on earth. Mongolia is expedition travel made comfortable and private.

Experiences available

  • Stays in private luxury ger camps
  • Horseback journeys across the steppe
  • Stargazing far from any light
  • Meetings with nomadic families
MongoliaWhite gers on the green steppeWhite gers on the green steppe
MongoliaA white horse grazing below snow-capped mountainsA white horse grazing below snow-capped mountains
MongoliaRiders crossing the steppe below snowy peaksRiders crossing the steppe below snowy peaks
MongoliaA Bactrian camel on the golden steppeA Bactrian camel on the golden steppe

07

Dubai

Where the desert meets the skyline

Rooftops above the tallest towers and desert evenings under open sky. Dubai rewards those who know the right door, the right table and the right hour.

Experiences available

  • Private desert evenings under the stars
  • Rooftop and skyline dining
  • Yacht and helicopter journeys
  • Private shopping and wellness access
DubaiDubai skyline and highways at sunsetDubai skyline and highways at sunset
DubaiDubai Marina towers and yachts at nightDubai Marina towers and yachts at night
DubaiBurj Khalifa glowing at nightBurj Khalifa glowing at night
DubaiA futuristic museum lit at nightA futuristic museum lit at night

08

Spain

Costa Brava and Barcelona

Hidden coves and cliff-top villages on the Costa Brava, and the architecture, markets and tables of Barcelona. Spain, arranged privately by the sea and in the city.

Experiences available

  • Private yacht days along the Costa Brava
  • Barcelona architecture with private guides
  • Fine dining and chef tables
  • Seaside villas and coastal retreats
SpainA turquoise cove with boats on the Costa BravaA turquoise cove with boats on the Costa Brava
SpainBarcelona seen from aboveBarcelona seen from above
SpainA catamaran in a turquoise coveA catamaran in a turquoise cove
SpainCliffs above the sea at sunset on the Costa BravaCliffs above the sea at sunset on the Costa Brava

09

Ibiza

White villages, hidden coves, golden sunsets

Beyond the famous nights, Ibiza is quiet luxury: whitewashed hill villages, secluded coves and sunsets over the Mediterranean. Discreet, private and beautifully unhurried.

Experiences available

  • Private villas with full staff
  • Yacht experiences and hidden coves
  • Fine dining and chef tables
  • VIP concierge services and private access
IbizaEs Vedra rock rising from a turquoise seaEs Vedra rock rising from a turquoise sea
IbizaA white villa with a reflecting poolA white villa with a reflecting pool
IbizaSun loungers and sailboats on a quiet beachSun loungers and sailboats on a quiet beach
IbizaA turquoise bay framed by pine hillsA turquoise bay framed by pine hills

10

Brazil

From rainforest to coast

Great rivers, rainforest lodges and a coastline of vibrant cities and quiet beaches. Brazil offers nature on an epic scale and warm hospitality to match.

Experiences available

  • Rainforest river journeys and lodges
  • Private guides in the Amazon
  • Coastal villas and city access
  • Regional cuisine and local producers
BrazilRainforest reflected in a still riverRainforest reflected in a still river
BrazilAn infinity pool above the Brazilian coastAn infinity pool above the Brazilian coast
BrazilSunset over a wide Amazon riverSunset over a wide Amazon river
BrazilA guide paddling through rainforest watersA guide paddling through rainforest waters

11

Japan

Tradition, temples and quiet luxury

Kyoto temples at dawn, ryokan stays and tables that take a lifetime to master. Japan is travelled with unhurried access to craft, ritual and cuisine.

Experiences available

  • Private temple and garden visits
  • Stays in refined ryokan
  • Omakase and private chef tables
  • Craft ateliers with master artisans
JapanThe Golden Pavilion reflected in a still pondThe Golden Pavilion reflected in a still pond
JapanA pagoda below Mount Fuji at sunsetA pagoda below Mount Fuji at sunset
JapanA garden walkway in autumn coloursA garden walkway in autumn colours
JapanA red bridge over a still garden pondA red bridge over a still garden pond

12

Israel

Luxury experiences and pilgrimage

Jerusalem's ancient stones, the Sea of Galilee and the coast of Tel Aviv. Israel combines private luxury experiences with Christian pilgrimage, guided with care and discretion.

Experiences available

  • Private Christian pilgrimage with expert guides
  • Luxury stays in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv
  • Sea of Galilee and Holy Land journeys
  • Fine dining and private cultural access
IsraelThe Dome of the Rock above Jerusalem rooftopsThe Dome of the Rock above Jerusalem rooftops
IsraelThe Western Wall at nightThe Western Wall at night
IsraelThe Tel Aviv coastline at sunsetThe Tel Aviv coastline at sunset
IsraelAncient stone walls of the Old CityAncient stone walls of the Old City

13

Namibia

Dunes, wildlife plains and exclusive hunting

Red dunes at Sossusvlei, the wildlife plains of Etosha and the empty Skeleton Coast. Namibia pairs ultra-luxury lodges and fly-in journeys with, where the law allows, exclusive licensed and regulated hunting arranged with accredited outfitters.

Experiences available

  • Exclusive licensed and regulated hunting with accredited outfitters
  • Fly-in journeys over the dunes and the Skeleton Coast
  • Private lodges and tented camps in the wildlife country
  • Sunrise walks among the Sossusvlei dunes
NamibiaA red dune glowing above the desert floorA red dune glowing above the desert floor
NamibiaA dead camel thorn tree against an orange duneA dead camel thorn tree against an orange dune
NamibiaDunes meeting the cold Atlantic on the Skeleton CoastDunes meeting the cold Atlantic on the Skeleton Coast
NamibiaA lone acacia on the white Etosha panA lone acacia on the white Etosha pan

Beyond these places

Somewhere else in mind?

We also arrange journeys beyond these places, by request. Tell us where your thoughts are heading.

Availability and details are confirmed personally. Nothing is listed or priced publicly.

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