St Vincent - Dark View Falls
Dark View Falls are two majestic falls, set in the forest clad Richmond Valley on the northwest of the island. A natural bamboo bridge spans this tumbling river luring you to a unique setting for the two falls, in step formation. This is an uncommon feature for one site, with elevations of up to 300ft.
Waterfalls and nature hikes are some of the adventures to enjoy with a holiday in the Caribbean with Fab Safaris.
Did you know that there about 80 species of marine mammals in the world. About 20 or so species of whales and dolphins can be found in the waters of St Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean. Whales and dolphin are found year round in the diving waters of Grenada, St Vincent and the Grenadines. Bequia has a license to catch humpback whales which are seasonal.
On a sailing and scuba diving holiday with Fab Safaris and a bit of luck you will get the opportunity to see whales and dolphins up close.
St Vincent - wallilabou
Wallilabou is a picturesque bay made famous when it was used as the location for Port Royal in the movie Pirates of the Caribbean.
The Vermont Nature Trails are a network of well posted loops though the 1000-2000ft levels of Grand Bonhomme. The well maintained paths pass through an evergreen forest and then on to a tropical rain forest. Towering ferns, 60 ft bamboo stans and hardwood forests 100 ft overhead are all standard on this extraordinary nature walk. Halfway up is a parrot viewing area where it is possible to see the St Vincent parrot (national emblem) in its natural habitat.
Another adventure to enjoy whilst on a sailing holiday in the Caribbean
Here are some safety tips while you are on holiday in the Caribbean:
Not lethal, the severity and degree of discomfort depends on an individual sensitivity. If there is any doubt, a doctor should be seen, especially if a child has been bitten.
Never leave a baby or a smal child beneath a cocunut palm beacuse of the possibility of falling coconuts.
Avoid contact with Manchileel trees or fruit as the fruit is poisonous and the sap from trees can cause blisters to the skin.
People with sensitive skin may be botheres. There are many repellents to prevent bites.
A black sea egg with long black spines. If the spines are protruding form your skin then you can carefully try to remove them, but if they are beneath the skin do not try to pick them out as this could cause infection. If you leave them in your skin they will eventually dissolve. To be safe soak with vinegar or some form of antiseptic.
Use plenty of sun cream as even on a cloudy day the suns rays are still very strong and can cause painful sun burn and even dehydration.
Whilst enjoying a great holiday in the Caribbean, a bit of caution can avoid simple injuries and allow you to have a pleasant vacation.
Tobago Cays is one of our favourite destinations in the Caribbean. The turquoise sea, shallow waters full of rays, turtles, fish, great scuba diving, kite-surfing and many islands to venture and explore. However to keep this natural beauty for the future tourists are asked to respect the environment and follow these points.
Do:
Enjoy looking at coral, fish, plants, shells, rocks and other beautiful things in the Tobago Cays.
Enjoy windsurfing, kayaking, scuba diving and snorkeling.
Don’t:
Take or touch animals or plants in the Tobago Cays. You may damage or kill them.
Whilst scuba diving in the Tobago Cays do not touch any coral.
Motorized sports such as water skiing are prohibited.
The Tobago Cays Marine Park is a non-for-profit organization which depends heavily on community support to operate efficiently. Their mission statement is “The mission of the Tobago Cays Marine Park is to protect, conserve and improve the natural ressources of the Tobago Cays”.
The sustainable grenadines project is a collaboration among several committees and organisations in Grenada, Barbados, Carriacou, St Vincent and the Grenadines. The project is committed to the conservation of the coastal and marine environment and sustainable livelihoods for the people of the Grenadines. This is being ac hived through capacity building and increased awareness of the environment for non-governmental organisations and community groups.
A brief description of interesting core projects and activities of the project:
Attachments and exchanges promote learning-by-doing and expose members of active NGOs to best practices in the region. Past echanges have benefited from sailing instruction, seamoss farming, heritage park development, water taxi association strengthening, nature trail development and NGO development.
Water taxi operators were trained in green boat operations, environmental stewardship and safety at sea and two association members were provided with office space ad equipment. Association members were trained in leadership, record keeping, office procedures, basic accounting, conflict management and negotiation skills. The training and help will help reduce the negative impact on the environment as the trained members can act as environmental stewards while earning a livelihood on the sea.
This project promoted coral reef conservation throughout the Grenadines. New coral reef conservation concepts and approaches have been introduced in primary schools. Teachers were trained and books provided for 18 schools in the Caribbean.
Reef Check is part of the global initiative to monitor the health of coral reefs in areas of limited economic resources. Reef sites in the Grenadines are monitored bi-annually by divers in St Vincent, Mustique and Union island who were trained in Reef Check methodology for reef survey and being monitored.
This project aims to provide an opportunity for sustainable local economic development through seamoss mariculture and processing. Training and seeding of two modules from technical experts, informing the residents of the potential of seamoss farming.
How comes my binos have mated and i now got two shit pairs instead of one good pair???
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