Situated in southwest Kenya, the Mara North Conservancy is a beautiful private wilderness area spanning more than 30 000 hectares. It is home to a spectacular array of plants, reptiles, birds and mammals; including elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah and large concentrations of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle and other migratory wildlife. Leopard Gorge, in the heart of the conservancy, is famous as the setting of countless BBC Big Cat Diaries and National Geographic documentaries. Neighbouring the well-known Maasai Mara National Reserve, this conservancy is vital for sustaining the famous Serengeti wildebeest migrations as well as the endangered African wild dog and black rhino.
Balaclava is a seaside village located along the picturesque northern coast of Mauritius. This little beach town is known for its typical Mauritian beauty - white-sand beaches, dazzling azure waters, and an array of luxurious resorts. Lounge on a deck chair, soak up the sun, treat yourself to a luxurious spa day, or take one of the renowned sunset cruises. Active types will enjoy the chance to go swimming, snorkelling, and diving. There are several interesting sites to see, including the Mauritius Aquarium, where visitors can see whitetip reef sharks, hawksbill turtles, and numerous tropical fish species; the fascinating L'Aventure du Sucre Museum; and the enthralling Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden or Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, filled with exotic plants and animals.
