Watch this space for the new
information on the 2012 African Mauritian Friendship Challenge
19 - 28 October 2011
What a wonderful trip
The next trip is being planned.
So send your info to christine@equestrian-international.co.za
if you are interested in going.
Not only is this a wonderful
equestrian experience for children, junior and adults, and those
who just want to come with for the fun or as supporting
spectators, but it is a wonderful opportunity for everybody to
mix with our French and overseas counter parts. And at the same
time to experience a holiday of a life time.
Our confirmed Hotel is:
Veranda Grand Baie, île Maurice
watch the video below
some pictures of Mauritius with some True Reggae Music by Lord
Arrasen a famous Mauritian Artist:
Photo Gallery compiled from Photos taken by various visitors on
the last few African Mauritian Friendly Trips:
Departure: 19 October 2011 - Return: 28 October 2011
Costs:
call us for
individual package quotes
Package Includes:
Ø
8 day package including breakfast and dinner
Ø
Air fares
Ø
Collection and Delivery to airport
Ø
Airport taxes
Ø
Cocktail Parties, free for all
ØFree land
and water sports courtesy of the Hotel;
Ø
Entertainment at night provided by Hotel;
ØLuxury Bus
trips to all planned destinations;
ØPirate boat
trip to Isle de Surf;
Pirate boat trip to one of the Mauritian Falls where you will be
scuba diving under the falls etc, there will be a fish braai,
barbeque, free drinks and live music entertainment where you can
dance until you drop! There will also be a Para Sailing of the
Boat.
Ø
Live Music and entertainment on the boat;
ØSugar Cane
Factory trip and Rum Tasting;
incl. the L'avnuture du Sucre (sugar museum)
This new private museum in a converted old sugar factory is a
marvel in its own. right. Its superbly displays the origins of
the landscapes, the people and the history of the most important
industry which it has sustained the island for centuries: SUGAR
Ø
Shopping Shopping Shopping; we visit PORT LOUIS. it is the
old and the new market, and a tour of the harbour. includes the
stop at all the factory shops of most of the top branded brands
in the world. want Gucci, Rolex or Louis Vuitton!
well then join the trip!
Ø
Visit to some of the most sought after hot spots of Mauritius;
ØSwimming
with the Dolphins - a life experience not to be missed;
Enjoy a morning cup of tea or coffee at the jetty in Black River
before boarding the luxury O'Plezir. After a short safety talk
the sail is hoisted and the course is set Northwards along the
magnificent coast line boasting the highest mountains of
Mauritius. the chance to see dolphins is really very good
considering in sixteen years we have always seen them.
Afterwards the cruise then continues further North along the
changing coast line the boat anchors close to the coral reef
where you can swim and snorkel and enjoy the superb underwater
life.
ØCatamaran
Cruise - sea food extravaganza on deck;
Ø
Live Music and entertainment on the catamaran;
Ø
Snorkelling and Diving off the catamaran;
Ø
Undersea walk - something from heaven;
ØEntry Fees
to the show;
ØLease of
Horse/Pony;
Ø
Special: Mauritian Olympic Games hosted by the famous Sebastian
a Tradition
always followed after the show
jumping;
ØMeals for
the riders and TV crew at the show;
Ø
The Numnah (saddle cloth);
ØBranded
Tour Jacket (Rain Resistant).
Ø
Branded Golf Shirt and Cap
The African
Friendly Bag
Ø
the bag branded with the Mauritian / Africa friendship
logo as well with your individual name is available at a
cost that will cover the bag and the branding. It is
perfect size to keep your needed riding gear and it is
the right size to take on the plane as hand luggage.
You must have:
ØValid
Passport;
ØSaddle and
Bridle (Snaffle);
Ø2 sets of
Show riding clothes (2 days of riding);
ØEvery
evening after the jumping there will be a cocktail party. It
will be continued every night with the incredible Mauritian
games and parties (discos)
ØEven
without the equestrian events this is a holiday of a life time.
ØThis is
also a very special year as it is the 17th year
running.
ØSPECIAL
NEWS FLASH: the entire trip will be televised and will be broad
casted in South Africa in a five part series on Pure Perd
TellyTrack and some of the major sports channels in Southern
Africa. A special news flash will be given to all participants
as soon as you have booked your ticket
CLIMATE
Situated near the Tropic of Capricorn, Mauritius has the
advantage of a subtropical climate. The climate is fairly
acceptable to everyone and the heat is never unbearable.
There are 2 seasons: summer (November to April), with an
average temperature of 30°; and winter (May to September)
with a variation of temperatures from 17° at night to 24° in
mid-afternoon. In between, a pleasant period from September
to November with temperatures between 25° and 28°
Mauritius does not suffer from a monsoon climate.
The Cyclone season generally occurs between January to
March. Tropical cyclones are a common occurrence in
Mauritius and tend to disrupt the weather for only about
four days per year bringing a lot of rain in the region.
Visitors should be prepared to spend a few days indoors
during extra-heavy rains.
The sun rises at 5.00am and sets at 7.00pm in Summer and
in Winter, rises at 6.00am and sets at 6.00pm.
December through March is the best time for diving, when
the waters are at their clearest; June through August is
best for surfing; and October through April is excellent for
big game fishing, when the large predators feed close to
shore.
Season
Months
ºC (Avg Temp)
Sunshine (Avg Hours per month)
Rain (Avg inches per month)
Rain (Avg mm per month)
Summer
October
27º
8 hours
2"
45mm
pictures courtesy of various individuals.
The riding and stables in Mauritius
Going to the beach
Trying the horses
Some of the pony rider competitors
Games with the Mauritians
The Arena
The view and the pretty horses
The famous Banana Beach Club
The Famous Pirate Boat Cruise
The views from one of the balconies
During the day by the pool
Walk on the ocean floor
Early evening next to the pool
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