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Tobago Cays Following a short flight to Union Island, a catamaran tour cruises through the Tobago Cays for swimming, snorkelling and turtle-watching. Tobago Cays is a cluster of five small uninhabited islands in The Grenadines surrounded by a spectacular horseshoe reef creating a calm, crystalline lagoon that is a playground for green turtles and is designated a National Marine Park. The catamaran anchors here for guests to snorkel with the turtles, a truly memorable experience. This is followed by a visit to Saltwhistle Bay on the island of Mayreau to enjoy the long stretch of pristine, white sand beach while lunch is served on the catamaran. Before returning to Union Island for the return flight the catamaran calls at Palm Island, a tiny private island with one of the most stunning crystal white sand beaches and a great beach bar. Wallilabou Bay Enjoy a catamaran trip to Wallilabou Bay, situated just a few minutes away from Buccament Bay, which was used as the fictional location for Port Royal in the blockbuster Disney film "The Pirates of the Caribbean – Curse of the Black Pearl" and its sequel "Dead Man's Chest". The small bay has a black sand beach and there is a beautiful natural stone arch at the entrance to the bay. Dolphin & Whale Spotting For a truly thrilling and unforgettable experience for the whole family, a catamaran trip around the island of Bequia is an opportunity to see dolphins, the acrobats of the sea, jumping, spinning and leaping out of the water all year round. These waters are home to several species of dolphin including Spinner, Spotted, Frazer and Bottlenose. Several species of whales have also been recorded here including Humpback, Sperm and Pilot. The best time to see them is between December and April, although it is possible to encounter them all year round. The tours do not guarantee whale sightings but the chances of seeing dolphins are very high. Sunset Cruise Watch the sun set with rum punch cocktails & canapés on board a catamaran. La Soufrière The challenging climb to the top of La Soufrière, an active volcano over 4,000 feet (1,200 metres) high which dominates the north of St Vincent, provides breathtaking views. The three mile hike passes through rainforest, bamboo groves, montane thicket and cloud forest before reaching the volcanic rock and ash-strewn rim of the immense crater which is over a mile wide. The volcano last erupted in 1979 and the floor of its crater is 700 feet below the rim with a lava dome located at its centre. Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary Board the catamaran for a trip to the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary on the beautiful island of Bequia to view the endangered hawksbill turtle hatchlings and learn about their conservation. Former seaman Orton King has dedicated his life to raising turtles from eggs deposited on nearby beaches, striving to increase the survival rate by feeding and protecting them through their most vulnerable time, before safely releasing them. This is followed by a visit to the secluded, totally unspoilt Princess Margaret Beach. Botanical Gardens of St Vincent The magnificent Botanical Gardens of St Vincent were founded in 1765 and are the oldest in the Western Hemisphere with a wealth of tropical plants, flowers, trees and birds. Flourishing bougainvillaeas, frangipani trees, hibiscus and the delicate wax-like blooms of the anthurium lilies provide a stunning display. The gardens ensure that rare species of plants and shrubs are conserved, whilst their medicinal values and places of origin are studied. Among the wide variety of tropical trees and shrubs is one of the original breadfruit trees brought from Tahiti in 1793 by Captain Bligh after the notorious mutiny on his ship, the Bounty. Owia Salt Pond Owia Salt Pond is a huge rock pool filled with shallow sea water. This natural volcanic rock formation is protected from the waves by the numerous boulders which surround it, although the water is refreshed and is home to reef fish and coral formations. Located on the Windward side of St Vincent, the pond is a two hour drive along the Leeward coast through the scenic Mesopotamia Valley and past the Black Point Tunnel and La Soufrière volcano. Dark View Falls Adventure to Dark View Falls which are situated in the northwest of St Vincent at the southern foot of La Soufrière volcano. Set amidst a stunning bamboo forest, two majestic waterfalls cascade over lava rock in step formation with elevations of up to 300ft. The lower falls are reached by a bamboo bridge that spans the river followed by a short trail through a shady grove to where visitors can cool off in the refreshing shower of the falls. The steeper trail climbs to the higher falls where there is a large pool for swimming. Vermont Nature Trail The Vermont Nature Trail winds through a 10,870 acre reserve of lush rain forest with towering ferns, bamboo and tropical flora at the end of the Buccament Valley. Halfway up is a parrot viewing area where it is possible to see the rare and colourful St Vincent parrot (national emblem) in its natural habitat. Listen for their unmistakable call and watch them fly above the forest canopy in front of you. Dusk and dawn are the prime times for spotting these majestic birds. The reserve is also home to more than 35 species of bird – including Whistling Warblers, Redcapped Green Tanager, Cocoa Thrush, Crested Hummingbirds and Black Hawks - as well as iguanas, armadillo and over 250 varieties of plants. Not included in all inclusive price. Additional charges will apply.		Excursions Gallery

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