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Feb 2008
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The Pearls of the Indian Ocean - Maldives
Each of the Indian Ocean Islands offer there own unique character and charm, but it is the beauty of the Maldives that brings to life the paradise of your dreams. These bewitching tropical retreats will provide you with an unparalleled romantic getaway to revitalize your body and soul. Romantic beaches don't get much better than this, and honeymoons are unforgettable!
The Maldives lie about 400 miles South West of Sri-Lanka on the equator, an independent republic of tiny coral islands, scattered across the translucent waters of the Indian Ocean. The sea forms over 99 percent of the Maldives - only 115 square miles, of its 47,740 square miles is land. And a mere 199 out of at least 1,190, islands are inhabited.
You will be thrilled at your first sight of these islands, each less than 2m above sea level. Magical combinations of casual elegance and dazzling sophistication have transformed some 50 islands into breathtaking island resorts. Surrounded by crystal clear lagoons and enclosed by coral reefs, the beach bungalow style accommodation is often suspended on stilts on the ocean floor. A romantic destination of a lifetime!
The Maldives enjoy warm tropical temperatures year round, and a great deal of sunshine - a heaven for the water-sports enthusiasts, as well as the sun-seekers. The waters around these islands have been renowned for some of the best dive sites in the world. The easily accessible reefs and large lagoons provides a haven for reef explorers and water sports lovers while the deep seas offers serenity and excitement for sailors and fishing trips respectively.
Travel Tip:
Packages to the Maldives are available for a large budget range dependant on dates, resort selection, room type and meal requirements. For a budget indication, 7 night packages are available from around R14000 p/p minimum and this can increase significantly depending on requirements. If required, flights can be booked with a stop-over via Dubai for those wanting to see this marvel and extend their trip.
Orange River Canoe Trip - 4 Days on the ORANGE
An Orange River Canoe Trip on the great Orange River (680km North of Cape Town) is more than merely a river trip. The Orange river rises in the Drakensberg mountains along the border between South Africa and Lesotho, after about 2400km it eventually discharges into the Atlantic Ocean. Gradually it carves its way through the awesomely beautiful Richtersveld area. We offer you days of relaxation, visual beauty, incredible sunsets, nights filled with fun around the campfire and peaceful sleep under the stars. We supply all canoeing equipment. Experienced guides will accompany you providing catering, safety and assistance. All catering on the Orange river is handled by our guides and included in the overall price are breakfasts, lunches and suppers, which are all five star meals.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive at the camp late afternoon.
Day 2&3&4: After a hearty breakfast and safety briefing, guests paddle off downstream for a day filled with fun and beautiful scenery. Each night is spent under the stars on the banks of the Orange river. Last day: Return to camp for lunch - thereafter depart at leisure or stay overnight.
PRICED FROM R2225 PER ADULT
(Specials & family packages available)
Happy travels :)
Joan
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**Photographs courtesy of Felix Unite River Adventures & Hannes Lochner **
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