PARADISE BEACH WEEK - MOZAMBIQUE

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The hottest new destination in Africa with unmatched beach riding on fit and well loved horses. This is an unmissable extension to any African holiday or a riding holiday in it's own right. The tropical colours of the sea must be seen to be believed. Relax and enjoy activities from fishing, through snorkling on world class coral reefs or scuba diving. This is when you're not exploring the coastline on horseback, visiting the local markets, swimming with your horses or sailing to Benguerra Island to ride there.

Suitable for all levels of riding and with enough activities to keep non riders happily occupied for weeks, this is an all ride destination with great riding and accommodation right on the beach.

Trip length 8d/7n Ride only price £1,229 introductory offer for 2008 only Departure dates all year round on request Approximate riding time per day 2-6 hrs Riding ability required beginners can be catered for Group size 2-8 Meeting point Vilanculos Airport Transfer included from meeting point Flight guide Via Johannesburg to Vilanculos from £750 - £1,000 Single supplement none if willing to share

SAMPLE ITINERARY - PARADISE BEACH WEEK

Day 1 
Arrive in Vilanculos at 1.15pm, transfer to to your accommoadtion, settle in followed by an incredible sunset beach horse ride and dinner. Your accommodation is right on a white sand beach. in your own large thatched chalet with living/dining area, private patio, own kitchen, safe, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and mezzanine bed area.

Day 2
Today we start with breakfast and beach ride to Samara restaurant further up the coast. Here we enjoy lunch before returning. Enjoy an evening sunset bar and dinner by poolside overlooking sea.

Day 3
Open day to try any of the following marine activities: sea fishing, snorkeling on some of the best reefs in the world, scuba diving. Or simply laze on the white sand beaches occasionally swimming in the tropical waters.

Day 4
Today we swim with the horses in the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean, an amazing experience. Afternoon free to relax.

Day 5
Visit the local markets of Vilanculos and marvel at the fresh seafood, local vegetables and colourful culture. An opportunity to see local life and purchase some souvenirs. Afternoon free, evening at the swimming pool bar with a barbeque.

Day 6
An early start as we leave by local dhow for Benguerra Island. We have breakfast on board, the trip takes about 3 hours over glittering blue waters. When we reach this incredible island which is a nature reserve, we find our horses waiting and take a ride to north point along inland palm trees and plains (with a good gallop on the airfield). At North Point we enjoy our picnic lunch before heading back to the mainland by boat/dhow.

Day 7
Breakfast ride to beach lodge where we stop and relax by the swimming pool, enjoying our lunch.
Afternoon ride on the northern bays and return by the bush road. By now you should be fit enough to enjoy all day on horseback with no pain!

Day 8
Breakfast and an optional farewell horse ride. Depart for the airport at noon.

The weight limit for this ride is 15 st/209 lb/95 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
All accommodation, full board, transfers, riding and other activities as described.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Drinks, tips, items of a personal nature, additional activities available on site and not described in itinerary.

FURTHER DETAILS
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