September 25th, 2008 by admin

Tagged with: Kenya

Julius Safaris has been organizing numerous safaris in Kenya and Tanzania for over a decade. They have number of different well-organized safaris that can be selected or modified as per plan of the tourist.

Julius safaris offer a number of day trips that start from Mombasa beach hotels and Diani beach hotels.

1. Half-day Bush trip-Pickup time: 8.00am.
You get to see African bushes, villages nearby, school, a medicine man, coconut plantations and African dancers. On the way, you can shop.

2. One day Shimba Hills –Pickup time 6.30 a.m.
You get to see Shimba National Reserve (192 sqKM), Sable antelopes, elephants, monkeys, Colobus, giraffes and buffalos, Shedrick’s Falls. Stop for lunch at Shimba Lodge and tea.

3. One day City trip Mombasa: Pick up time 8.00 am.
You get to see Fort Jesus (16th century), Old Town, Hindu temple, market and elephants tusk at Moi Avenue Street, Akamba woodcarving, Bamburi Haller Park (see Hippos, snakes, giraffes, butterflies and birds). Stoppage for lunch and watch giraffes feeding at 4.00 pm.

4. One day bush and Mombasa city trip: Pick up time 8.00 a. m.
You get to see African bushes, villages, school, medicine man, coconut plantations, African dancers, old town, Fort Jesus, a Hindu temple, elephant tusks, Wood carvers village. Lunch at Mombasa city and shopping at malls.

5. One day Wasini and Kisite Marine Park: Pick up time: 7.00am.
You get to see African villages, plantations, Shimoni jetty. Board a dhow and see dolphins, Kisite Marine Park (snorkeling), villages, Shimoni caves and Coral gardens. Lunch of fish and crab at Wasini Island.

6. One Day Funzi Island Crocodile Canoe: Pick up time: 7.00 a.m.
You get to see Funzi Island, mangroves, canoe ride on Ramisi river, crocodiles, Colobus monkeys, fish eagle, sand bar and swim with dolphins. Have barbecued seafood with chilled wine on boat.

September 10th, 2008 by admin

Tagged with: Vacation Trips To Brazil

Vacation trips to Brazil can be made memorable by visiting following places in that country.

1. Rio de Janeiro: It is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Must see places are the Sugar Loaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar). Cable care service can be availed to reach the top. Do not forget to view stunning natural harbor along with world-famous beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana and various carnivals that are famous world over.

2. Iguacu Falls: Situated on the border of Brazil and Argentina, they are one of the great natural wonders of South America. They are spread over two miles and are shaped like a horse shoe.

3. The Amazon Forest: It is more than 95% of rainforest situated near the Amazon River and the highest mountain in Brazil. These forests consist of half of world’s rainforest. You can view amazing Amazon natural beauty at its best along with various birds and animals.

4. Salvador Bahia: It is an exotic tropical city that is near the equator. Relax on sandy beaches that are surrounded by warm ocean water.

5. City of Fortaleza: It is beautiful city which is surrounded by smaller cities, villages of fishermen and beaches like Morro Branco, Caponga, and Praia das Fontes. The beaches are famed for their fresh water fountains.

Before arranging vacation trip to Brazil, plan which vacation spots you want to visit and the packages available with various tourist and travel services. If you plan to go on your own, then get all the information you require from various tourist agents as well as from various websites. You can also collect relevant information from government websites as well as travel brochures published by Department of Tourism of Brazil.