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Great and unique wildlife gifts for animal lovers. Experience with different animals include birds, dolphin and whale watching, horse riding, llama treks, shark diving, camels and husky dogs. A husky dog sledging experience can take place in the UK and not just the artic. This day includes for 2 adults to go on the sledge (14 years and older allowed on sledge) and a familiar spectator pass. Meet the husky handler and pet the animals and help put their harnesses on. The sledges have wheels so the dogs can take you anywhere. Enjoy a stunning trip through the Darent Valley while being pulled along by a team of around 8 husky dogs. Afterwards back at the centre enjoy some refreshments and se the family pass to see all the reptiles and birds held at the centre. The trip lasts fro about two hours, costs £199 and takes place in Kent.
http://www.redletterdays.co.uk/Experience/Ref/EAHHR Every fancied scuba diving with sharks? This brave experience can now take place in a controlled space in several UK destinations. First you are given scuba training for 2 hours then get a half hour dive in the aquarium. Sharks are deadly yet fascinating creatures and different types may be held at different aquariums. They may have tiger sharks, lemon, angel or nurse sharks. Other big and small fish may be in the tank for you to swim with including stingrays and eels. Swim in the tank while spectators can watch from the outside and the sharks can swim around you. Diving with sharks costs £250 and is available in various UK centres.
http://www.redletterdays.co.uk/Experience/Ref/XJAWS Cowboy adventures have been taken from the Wild West to Hampshire. Enjoy a guided trail through the New Forest and experience a true cowboy experience, lead by experienced wranglers. Ride western style which is more comfortable than the usual way so it is great for beginners to try. Back at the ranch feast on a BBQ and warm up with some fresh coffee. This experience lasts for 2 hours and costs £75, a family day out with children over 12.
http://www.redletterdays.co.uk/Experience/Ref/BSRFF
Staff editor, Section, October 2007 |
