Thursday, February 20, 2014

Travel beyond the limits of imagination



Travel westwards from Victoria Falls, into Botswana and beyond, gliding in a mokoro through the waters of the Caprivi Strip, with its abundant game and birdlife. Enjoy boat cruises and fish for tiger fish at the confluence of the Zambezi and Chobe Rivers. Heading south from here, deep into Namibia, discover large herds of blue wildebeest, zebra, springbok and oryx on the move through Etosha National Park, where one water hole provides game viewing for many hours. Search for noisy colonies of playful Cape Cross seals and adventure into the dunes, canyons and jagged mountain peaks of the Skeleton Coast, with its many shipwrecks. Namibia is a vast and beautiful country.

The rugged tranquility and breathtaking mountain landscapes of Kaokoland, with its Himba settlements and lush oases, enchant all travellers who venture here. Unique desert adapted wildlife, including elephants and the last free ranging black rhino on earth, inhabit the desert wilderness of Damaraland. Race down the dunes on a quid bike or sandboard outside Swakopmund and enjoy afternoon tea and cakes on one of the town’s quaint cafés. Like Swakompund, the windswept fishing village of Luderitz further south boasts ornate German architecture in a beautiful but stark desert landscape. Deeper in the reaches of the desert, marvel at spectacular Fish River Canyon, the second largest in the world.

Far from the coastal sand dunes, in the heart of Namibia, the rugged mountains of the Namib-Naukluft Park astound and amaze with plummeting ravines, rock pools and desert adapted wildlife.
Soar above the dunes at Sossusvlei, said to be the world’s highest, in a hot air balloon or explore the carved rock walls of the Sesriem Canyon.

Namibia’s wilderness must see for travellers
  • Explore the Namib Desert, which is the world’s oldest at 80 million years.
  • Discover the wilderness paradises of Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau National Park, Fish River Canyon and the Namib-Naukluft National Park.
  • Climb the sand dunes at Sossusvlei, among the highest in the world.
  • Cross two spectacular deserts – the Kalahari and the Namib – each with distinctive wildlife scenery.
  • Encounter diverse cultures, from San, Portuguese and German influences to the Himba people still living their age old traditions.
  • Gaze at a billion stars in the clear desert skies over the Namib and Damaraland.
  • Go birding on the banks of the Kavango and Kunene Rivers.

Tours in Namibia 

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Sunday, February 2, 2014

Jewels of the Indian Ocean






Seychelles and Mauritius

After an African safari filled with adventure and excitement, the nearby Indian Ocean islands offer the perfect place to relax and reflect.

The tropical island of Mauritius, with its miles of dazzling beaches, naturally protected by a coral reef, is a much loved year round destination. The calm, clear Indian Ocean waters are ideal for diving, snorkelling, waterskiing and windsurfing. One of the world’s best marlin breeding grounds, Mauritius offers exceptional deep sea fishing.

With its beaches, volcanic mountains and lush lagoons, Mauritius offers natural beauty, a diverse culture and warm, friendly people.

Randomly scattered across the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles invites guests to explore its 115 islands. Dense forests blend into uncrowded beaches, warm, turquoise waters and coral reefs, while bird sanctuaries, exotic vegetation, secluded coves, mountain peaks and tropical coco de mer palms enchant with their diversity. With almost half of its landmass declared as natural reserves, the Seychelles remains a pristine sanctuary of legendary beauty.







Explore Madagascar
Combine the perfect beach holiday with a passion for unusual wildlife on Madagascar, home to more than 200 000 species. Located off the east coast of Africa, this incredible island is a mix of dense rainforests, mountain slopes, magnificent beaches, lush mangroves, coral reefs and arid deserts. An impressive 85% of the island’s flora and fauna, from colourful frog species to dancing lemurs, cannot be found anywhere else on earth.
Take long walks on the beautiful beaches, explore the brilliant coral reefs, wander through a local market or street fair, or hike through the rainforests.

 



Explore Mozambique
Spend a couple of days in Mozambique’s bustling capital city of Maputo, with its many historic, cultural and scenic attractions. Explore nearby beaches, browse local handicrafts at the vibrant Costa do Sol open air market or devour world famous prawns from the fresh fish market. Just 34 km (20 miles) from Maputo lies the scenic Inhaca Island, perfect for a beach escape.

Visit the local markets and meet the friendly fishermen of Vilankulo, gateway to Mozambique’s renowned islands. Dive at Coastal Wildlife Sanctuary on the San Sebastain Peninsula and encounter manta rays, reef and Zambezi sharks, dolphins and a kaleidoscope of other fish. Scattered in the Mozambican channel opposite Vilankulo are the five exquisite islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago. Part of a conservation project, the archipelago is one of the only remaining sanctuaries in the world for the gentle dugongs.





It is what you discover after you know it all that counts……….

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