MZANZI TRAVEL - ISSUE 2

BRAVE THE
FERNEY RACE
IN MAURITIUS THIS SEPTEMBER
This annual event, in partnership
with Sun Resorts, is the 9th
Annual Ferney Trail Race.
Taking place on Saturday 10
September, the annual trail
race in Mauritius is where
thousands of local and
international running fanatics
gather to the island for the race
of the year. Cushioned in the
heart of the luscious Bamboo
Mountain Range, La Vall’ee de
Ferney is one of the last natural
sanctuaries in Mauritius. This exhilarating 4km, 10km, 20km or
50km trail run calls for all ages and fitness levels to take place
in this exciting event through the scenic La Valle’e de Ferney on
Saturday 10 September in Mauritius.
Run for a cause. La Vallée de Ferney Conservation Trust has been
working to protect and rehabilitate the distinctive flora and fauna
of this breath-taking natural landscape since 2006. Over the past
decade, a restoration programme has overseen the removal and
replacement of invasive alien plant species with locally rare and
extinct species. Rare endemic birds such as the Pink Pigeon and
the Echo Parakeet will also be reintroduced to the valley over time.
Every year a percentage of the total Ferney Trail registration fees
have been donated to the protection of this truly unique Mauritian
ecosystem. This is a great initiative to protect the fauna and flora as
well as animals in this stunning natural landscape.
Bring the whole family! Ferney Trail and The Sun Kids Club offers
the Fun Fair, a rich program for children with activities including
trampoline, henna tattoos, fun games, Mauritian traditional
games, face painting, etc.
Make the most of your stay by booking your accommodation
through World Leisure Holidays. Make sure you embark on some
sightseeing journeys during your stay. World Leisure Holidays is
offering a 25% discount if you book with them. Enjoy your stay
with the family at Long Beach Golf and Spa where you can indulge
yourself in the renowned spa after a long day of trail running. If
the kiddies are too young to join you on the trail run, the Angels
Kids Club will be sure to keep your child entertained with many fun
activities. Feast yourself in one of the four restaurants to ensure
you don’t run on an empty tummy.
Book your stay at Ambre Resort and Spa which is an adult’s only
resort. Stay for a few extra days after the trail run and experience the
exciting water sports. Have a little fun with the live entertainment
and beach parties at the resort and sip on a cocktail while soaking
up the sun.
Register for the race and book your accommodation all through
World Leisure Holidays. For more information visit: www.wlh.co.za
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