'Unplug and immerse yourself in the world of these international eco-resorts at the edge of the earth.'

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There are times when you want to get away from everything and there are times when you want to go somewhere real far away. Here listed resorts, hotels, luxury campgrounds and resorts allow travelers to go to the very edge of the wilderness, where the beauty of the land merges with the well-being of a vacation far from home. These eco-friendly havens with oxygen-rich air surround their guests, placing them in the midst of everything, but away from everything.

The Wickaninnish Inn, Canada

A counting seaplane flight from Vancouver, the Wickaninnish Inn places its guests at the crossroads of the Pacific Ocean and tropical biome''communications if needed. A daily shuttle to Yosemite is available.

Taisho Hotel Puerto Cabezas, Costa Rica

This hotel was built with minimal environmental impact over thirty years ago and is now a luxurious entrance to the jungle. Guests are encouraged to explore the forests by raft, jungle trek or rappelling down the canyon slope. Bird watching and hiking are also recommended. In addition to welcoming travelers from around the world, the hotel partners with Costa Rican universities and researchers to study and preserve wildlife.

Napo Wildlife Center, Ecuador

Located in Ecuador's part of the Amazon forest, this hotel's low-impact facilities have been designed to provide a connection''with nature. Guests can relax in a hammock and enjoy views of the Napo River, watch birds soar through the air and monkeys leap from tree to tree. The hotel is surrounded by a cocoa plantation and specialized themed resorts for wellness. There's also ample opportunity for hiking, interacting with indigenous people, visiting an animal rescue center or canoeing.

Secret Bay, Dominica

This high-tech rainforest resort offers vacation villas where vacationers can feel like they're on the edge of the world.

Das Kranzbach, Germany

A few hours south of Munich, near Austria, lies a luxurious alpine retreat. Swing on a hand swing, go hiking, mountain biking, skiing, paragliding, enjoy spa treatments or simply relax on the lawn while enjoying the Bavarian surrounding scenery.

Bwindi Lodge, Uganda

The cozy bungalows of this hotel are located in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, deep in the jungle. Going deeper into the forest on foot from the hotel gives you the opportunity to see gorillas in their natural habitat. Recommended activities for''Travelers looking to escape the daily grind are birdwatching and waterfall watching.

Anurak Community Lodge, Thailand

This refuge is located on the border of Northern Thailand, near Myanmar and Laos, and invites exploration. Guests can visit rescued elephants, ride mountain trails or bamboo jungles. They can also see the area from a restored retro Land Rover SUV. Visits to temples and tea plantations and fishing with the locals can also be arranged.

Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion, Peru

Experience the slow pace of nature as you check into one of seven private villas set within a 500-acre rainforest estate. In addition to the opportunity to explore the gardens, river and''environment, the sanctuary offers guests a deep sleep program and sleep enhancement workshops designed to rejuvenate body and mind. Yoga and wellness weekends are also on their event calendar.