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Ho Chi Minh City Full-Day Private Tour

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From £28.30
Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3.5star based on 17 reviews

See the best of Ho Chi Minh City on this private full-day tour. In the morning, visit the historic Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum, followed by the architectural treats of French colonial Notre Dame Cathedral and the Post Office. Enjoy the culinary delights of reknowned Pho 2000, before visiting Giac Lam Pagoda, the bustling Chinese district of Cholon and Ben Thanh market – a shopping paradise!

Inclusions:

Instant Confirmation
Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
Informative, friendly and professional guide
Lunch included
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
Transport by private vehicle
Entrance fees
Conducted in English

Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon) is a fast paced city with a unique mix of French colonial architecture, Chinese influences, a modern entrepreneurial spirit and numerous temples. On this tour, you will take in the highlights of Ho Chi Minh starting with an exploration of Saigon’s turbulent past with visits to the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum.

The tour continues to Ho Chi Minh’s finest examples of French colonial architecture with a visit to the Notre Dame cathedral and Post Office. Enjoy Vietnamese lunch at the renowned Pho 2000. Your Ho Chi Minh tour continues with a visit to Giac Lam Pagoda, the Cholon Chinese district. Tour concludes at the Ben Thanh market, practice your bargaining skills.

This tour operator is the 2007 Conde Naste winner of the Best Operator category in the World Saver Awards

Important note for cruise passengers disembarking at Phu My Port – Phu My Port is located in Vung Tau City, a two-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City. This tour will revert to a half-day tour of Ho Chi Minh Cityr, with pick-up and drop-off from Phu Phy Port. Please select this option at time of booking. Your half-day tour will include visits to the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post office. Lunch will not be included.

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from Ho Chi Minh City hotels
Departure Time: 8:00am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Return Details: Returns to original departure point

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A very good possibility to explore a lot of important places in one day. Tour guide was representing a huge knowledge and spoke in easy to understand English. War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, and the Ben Thanh market were worth the visit. I recommend this trip for everyone.

Reviewed by: Janusz M, Australia

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Vietnam

Mekong River Cruise Tour from Ho Chi Minh City…

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From £26.70
Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3.5star based on 17 reviews

Explore the Mekong River – the rice bowl of Vietnam – by boat on this full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh to the Mekong Delta. Travel by Boat along these canals and visiting the floating markets, a truly memorable experience. Cruise through the lush green vegetation of the Mekong canals to an orchard, where you are treated to a delicious lunch complete with tropical fruits, before continue along to the town of Vinh Long town, where you are picked up for your return transfer to Ho Chi Minh City.

Inclusions:

Instant Confirmation
Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
Lunch included
Informative, friendly and professional guide
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
Conducted in English

Often referred to as the rice bowl of Vietnam, the fertile Mekong Delta is also famous for its tropical fruits and flowers. Traditional transportation in the Delta is by boat along a vast network of canals and channels. Boating along these canals and visiting the floating markets always proves to be a fascinating and rewarding experience for all visitors. On this trip, you will boat through the lush green vegetation of the canals to an orchard, where you are treated to a delicious lunch complete with tropical fruits. Travel by boat to Vinh Long town where you will be picked up and driven back to Ho Chi Minh City around 6:30pm.

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Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from Ho Chi Minh City hotels
Departure Time: 7:30am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Return Details: Returns to your original departure point at approximately 6:30pm

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Brilliant trip! Worth every penny. Our guide was very helpful, full of information, a sheer please to speak to. The trip included a meal which was very good, we had elephant fish and giant prawns.

Reviewed by: Susan M, United Kingdom

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Vietnam

Mekong Delta Discovery Small Group Adventure Tour from Ho…

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From £21.35
Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3.5star based on 11 reviews

Travel to the heart of the Mekong Delta on this small group adventure tour from Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll board a private longtail boat, experience the diversity of the Mekong waterways first hand as you explore fish farms, exotic fruit farms and dine on traditional Mekong Delta food.

Inclusions:

* Transport by air-conditioned minivan
* Cruise on the Mekong Delta by private longtail boat
* Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
* Local guide
* Lunch
* Conducted in English

Travel to the city of My Tho, a 2.5 hour journey, by air-conditioned mini-coach. A former naval base, My Tho is now a bustling port city in the Mekong Delta. The area is the final destination of the Mekong River which winds its way from Tibet, China, Burma, Laos, Cambodia and finally Vietnam. An incredibly fertile region its prime industry is food production, producing approximately half of Vietnam’s total agricultural output. Life for villagers in the area revolves around the rivers and canals that make up the delta, people are more likely to transport by river than by road.

Upon arrival into My Tho you’ll board a private boat for a cruise on the Mekong River. On the boat ride your local guide will take you to visit an island with lush tropical gardens where you’ll have a chance to sample tropical fruit. You’ll continue to another island in the Mekong Delta, you’ll learn more about another cottage industry, coconut candy. Your local guide will take you to a coconut candy factory and explain the process of making this sweet. You’ll have a chance to visit local villages in the area and learn more about the traditional lifestyles, culture and customs of people who call the Delta their home. Continue by Xe Loi (motorized cart) to a bee farm where you’ll transfer to a smaller rowing boat allowing you to get deeper into the smaller canals of the Delta.

Sample the local Mekong cuisine at the Diem Phuong Restaurant where lunch is served. After lunch you’ll return to My Tho for the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from most Ho Chi Minh City hotels
Departure Time: 8:00am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Return Details: Tour returns to original departure point at approximately 3.30pm

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This tour was definitely the highlight of my stay in Ho Chi Minh City. The tour guides were knowledgeable, particularly the one who met us at the Mekong Delta dock and joined us from there. The scenery was an awesome sight and the motorbike-truck ride through the jungle was a welcome surprise. The transport to and from HCMC was of a high standard and the tour guide who accompanied us to / from the city was very friendly and had good English.

Reviewed by: Justin L, Australia

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USA

Molokini Crater Snorkelling Cruise from Maui

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From £58.25
Location: Maui, Hawaii

Cruise to Maui’s premier snorkelling destination, the Molokini Crater, for a relaxing morning enjoying the warm Pacific Ocean waters. Get close to the wide variety of marine life which call this natural wonder home or make a splash diving into the sea from the popular water trampoline.

Inclusions:

* Cruise
* Use of snorkel equipment
* Unlimited sodas and juices
* Continental breakfast
* BBQ lunch
* Fuel Surcharge
* Water trampoline
* Conducted in English

Plunge into the world-famous Molokini Crater on a five-hour snorkel cruise from Lahaina. Instructors are at hand to assist you, and continental breakfast and BBQ lunch are served onboard to keep those hunger pangs at bay.

The snorkel cruise gives you around three hours of snorkelling fun, and includes a 35-minute sail to Molokini Crater followed by a 20-minute sail to Turtle Reef (weather permitting).

Relaxing onboard the newest and fastest boat to Molokini, enjoy the view back to Maui and prepare for the morning’s adventure. On reaching the snorkel site, the expert snorkel instructors will assist you, if required, making a Maui Molokini Crater Snorkel Cruise suitable for everyone, regardless of your snorkelling experience.

Alternatively, you can have fun bouncing on the water trampoline, leaping high into the air before diving into the deep blue sea. Soda and fruit juice are included throughout the cruise. Alcoholic drinks are not available, but you are welcome to bring your own on the day.

Molokini Crater is in a State Marine Life and Bird Conservation area, known around the world for its fantastic snorkelling and scuba diving. The partially collapsed half-moon crater wall creates a micro-environment that is sheltered from the waves, wind and strong currents.

Schedule

Departure Point: Cruise departs from Lahaina Harbor
Departure Time: 8:00am (check-in at 7:30am)
Return Details: Returns to original departure point

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St Kitts

Scuba Diving Tours in Nevis – Saint Kitts

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From £83.85
Location: Charlestown, Nevis- St Kitts

Swim amongst virgin reefs and a wide variety of tropical marine life on a scuba diving adventure from Nevis. Certified divers and novices are all welcome with two departures daily to cater for all levels of experience. Get below the surface on a scuba dive on your Caribbean holiday.

Inclusions:

* Diving lessons
* Certified dive instructor
* Tanks
* Guided boat dive
* Weights
* Weight belts
* Conducted in English

Explore reefs of majestic coral, sea fans and long slender tube sponges and dive among schools of snapper, angelfish chubs, jacks and barracuda. Watch as graceful southern stingrays, eagle rays and sea turtles glide lazily by. The Caribbean has long been a popular diving destination and St Kitts and Nevis is no exception.

The islands offer a wealth of relatively new, untouched dive sites. More than 400 ships sank here between 1493 and 1825, but only a dozen or so have been identified to date. The Caribbean side of the island is well protected and visibility off the shores is usually in the 60 – 100 foot range.

Experienced divers even have the opportunity to visit ship wrecks and underwater caves far beneath surface. Don’t forget to bring your certification card. Never dived before – no problem, introductory dives are also available at sheltered dive sites to give you a taste of this addictive water sport.

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from Oualie Beach Resort
Departure Time:

9:00am – Certified divers only
1:00pm – BeginnersReturn

Details: Returns to point of departure in approx 3 hours

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Mexico

Hidden Worlds of Mexico – Cavern Diving in Riviera…

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From £60.79
Location: Riviera Maya, Mexico

As featured in the critically acclaimed 2001 IMAX movie, Journey Into Amazing Caves, the 2005 Hollywood movie, The Cave and the award winning 2007 BBC Planet Earth television series, the Yucan Peninsula is home to some of the most extensive systems of under-water caverns and caves in the world! Certified open water divers are given the opportunity to experience the ancient and timeless forces of this natural dreamland!

Inclusions:

* Tank and Weights
* Entrance fees
* Professional guide
* Conducted in English

With a maximum depth of 30 feet (10 meters) and never more than 150 feet (50 meters) from the air, there is 1,500 feet (500 meters) of cavern to explore without ever leaving the light zone. The tours are led by experienced, fully certified guides in groups of no more than four.

The first dive is a traverse from one cenote to another. During this 45-minute dive you’ll explore the vast cavern zone of Dos Ojos (Two Eyes). The crystal clear water offers unlimited visibility and gives the feeling of flight as you silently witness the unbelievable beauty that has made this cenote so famous.

The second dive is to the Caverna de Murcielagos (Bat Cave), which takes you through breathtaking natural galleries, ranging from huge columns and stalactites to very fine and intricate formations. This mind blowing area often leaves divers so impressed that they come up to the surface speechless!

With two scheduled dive tours daily, you are guaranteed to astonish and delight, regardless of whether you are a first-time diver or an experienced veteran. Come and experience the dive of your life!

Please note:

* The water temperature is 75 degrees F (24 Celsius)
* Wetsuits are not included in the cost, but are available for rent
* A 3 mil. full wetsuit is recommended for this tour

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from Hidden Worlds Cenotes Park, approximately 30 miles south of Playa Del Carmen
Departure Time: 9:00am / 11:00am / 1:00pm
Return Details: Returns to point of departure in approx 3 hours

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Australia

Scuba Diving with Sharks – Shark Diving Xtreme at…

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From £101.30
Location: Sydney, Australia
4star based on 11 reviews

Come face-to-face with giant sharks, stingrays, turtles and much more on your DIVE with the SHARKS at Oceanworld Manly! Immerse yourself and enjoy the thrilling excitement of diving with some of the most feared and often misunderstood creatures of the deep blue sea.

Inclusions:

* Briefing on introduction to Scuba Diving (Introductory Dives ONLY)
* 1 hour Shark Awareness Course (Certified Dives ONLY)
* Oceanarium tank dive with SHARKS (30 minutes)
* Full equipment hire (wetsuits, booties, mask and tanks)
* Entrance fee, live shows and guided tours at Oceanworld Manly
* De-brief
* Hot showers
* Shark Dive X-treme certificate
* Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST)
* Conducted in English

Introductory Shark Dive: Suitable for those who have never dived before and/or certified divers. This is a UNIQUE first time diver experience. Begin the day with an introductory dive course, Oceanworld Manly’s expert instructors will teach you all the skills needed to complete your first Shark dive! Next, take the PLUNGE!

Certified Shark Dive – SCUBA Tune Up Program: Suitable for certified divers only. Scuba tune up is for divers who would like to refresh their skills. Great if you haven’t dived recently, to ensure you can relax and enjoy the dive. Essential for divers who have logged less than 15 dives and haven’t dived in the last 6 months. The dive includes a re-introduction to scuba and pool skills and the 30 minute shark dive.

Certified Shark Dive: Suitable for certified divers only. More than just a dive with sharks – join Sydney’s first Shark Awareness Program, educating divers on topics ranging from the plight of the endangered grey nurse sharks and the identification of the various species to facts surrounding the most dangerous shark species. Next, take the PLUNGE!

All Dives Include:

Guaranteed PERFECT conditions every time. Great visibility within the 4 million litre Oceanarium.
Guaranteed to get up close and personal with 4 different species of sharks, 7 adult Grey Nurse sharks, 1 juvenile Grey Nurse shark (born at Oceanworld in 2001),4 different species of stingrays, giant turtles and a vast array of marine life.

Schedule

Departure Point: Oceanworld Manly, located at the entrance to West Esplanade, Manly.
Departure Time: Please advise a preferred dive time in the Special Requirements box at time of booking.

Non-Feeding Days:

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 9:00am, 11:30am or 2:00pm

Shark Feeding Days:

SUMMER: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00am, 1:00pm or 3:30pm
WINTER: Monday and Friday at 9:00am, 1:00pm or 3:30pm

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The shark dive was an incredible experience! I’d never been diving before, but the instruction was really good and I felt very comfortable the scuba gear. I thought I would be more scared, but the guides are great and the experience was very safe. Not only were the sharks amazing, but the rays and other sea creatures were fantastic to see up close. I highly recommend checking this out if you are in Sydney, it’s a a one of a kind experience.

Reviewed by: Kelly G, United States of America

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South Africa

Scuba Diving or Snorkelling with Great White Sharks in…

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From £117.50
Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Join this tour for the underwater experience of a lifetime as you scuba dive or snorkel with the Great White Sharks of South Africa! Take the opportunity during your stay in Cape Town to travel to the channels around Dyer Island and get up close and personal with the animal on top of the ocean’s food chain.

Inclusions:

* Lunch
* Entrance fees
* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Snorkel and scuba dive gear
* Professional narration by tour guide
* Conducted in English

Travel to Gansbaai and enjoy a light breakfast before proceeding to the channel by Dyer Island, a short boat trip of approximately 20 minutes. Named after Samson Dyer in the 19th century, Dyer Island is a breeding ground for marine birdlife, while nearby Geyser Rock is home to approximately 50,000 Cape Fur Seals. As a prime breeding site for these animals, the area is a natural magnet for the ocean’s deadliest predator.

Check out the sharks with a surface view, before slipping into your wetsuit to join these misunderstood creatures in their natural habitat. Choose to snorkel, or scuba cage dive (must hold a valid scuba diving certificate) with the magnificent predators in their natural feeding ground. This is a rare opportunity to share the water with the top ocean predator, and feel the ultimate adrenaline rush as it looks you in the eye with curiosity and maybe a touch of menace!

If you don’t want to enter the water, you can remain on the boat and enjoy the surface viewing. Being a surface feeder by nature the sharks swim close to the boat, therefore view onboard is superb and photo opportunities are lurking everywhere. If you are lucky, you may even get the opportunity to witness a spectacular breach as these huge creatures launch themselves clear of the water surface in the hunt for the next seal meal!

The Great White shark cage diving season can be divided into three periods:

* High season : May to October
* Intermediate : April, November, December, and January
* Low season : January, February and March

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from Cape Town city hotels
Departure Time: 6:00am
Return Details: Tour returns to original point of departure at approx. 5:00pm

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Dominican Republic

Learn PADI Scuba Diving – Open Water Dive Course…

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From £279.65
Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Ever thought about becoming a certified diver? What better place to gain certification than the beautiful Caribbean Sea in the waters off Punta Cana. Let a PADI professional instructor teach you how to dive in a short time while on holidays in the Dominican Republic.

Inclusions:

* PADI certified instructor
* Five theory lessons
* Five confined water lessons
* Four open water boat dives
* Use of scuba equipment
* Course material and certification
* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Conducted in English

Your Open Water Scuba Diving Course will teach you all you need to know to dive with confidence and safety. Suitable for all beginners, the course covers the theory of safe diving as well as confined water training (pool training). Once you have mastered the basics, it’s off to a popular local dive spot for your first open-water dive. A further three open water dives will follow, all under the guidance of your PADI trained expert instructor.

With the most recognized certification in hand, you’ll have all the skills and knowledge to independently dive on your next holiday.

Schedule

Departure Point: Departs from the beach in front of the following Punta Cana hotels:

* Riu Bambu Club Hotel
* Riu Taino
* Riu Palace Punta Cana
* Riu Palace Macao
* Riu Naiboa

If your hotel is not listed, a free shuttle bus is available.

Departure Time: 9:00am
Return Details: Returns to original departure point

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Cayman Islands

Grand Cayman Stingray City Dive

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From £45.60
Location: Georgetown, Cayman Islands

Scuba dive the famous Stingray City in Grand Cayman and feed, pet and play with the friendly southern stingrays. This area is renowned all over the world its abundant wildlife and shallow waters these gentle creatures call home. This is a must for any experienced or first time diver visiting Grand Cayman.

Inclusions:

* Scuba Diving Tanks
* Dive Weights and belt
* Hotel pickup and drop off from Seven Mile Beach
* Conducted in English

Stingray City is perhaps the most famous shallow dive in the world. At a maximum depth of 12 feet (3.6 meters), you can feed, pet and play with the calm stingrays. Kneel on the sandy sea floor while tame stingrays swirl around in search of food. As you stroke the smooth undersides of the stingrays, you’ll understand why this memorable dive has made Grand Cayman famous.

Custom-built boats and equipment, highly trained instructors, professionalism and service give you the best diving Grand Cayman has to offer.

Please Note:

You must be a minimum of 10 years old to participate in this activity
All certified divers are required to have a certification card

Schedule

Departure Point: Boats depart from Safehaven Dock
Departure Time: 2:00pm
Return Details: Returns to original departure point at approximately 4:30pm

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