Originally published 12 August 2011

The lunar rainbows at Victoria Falls in Zambia

1. The lunar rainbows at Victoria Falls, Zambia

The lunar rainbow is an amazing spectacle that can be experienced by guests visiting during the three nights around the full moon. 

The best months for viewing moonbows are just after the rains from around April through to August/September depending on cloud levels. Make sure you book your trip during the full moon period to experience this unique phenomenon!

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Aurora Borealis

2. Aurora Borealis, Canada

The dramatic Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, are thought to be the result of particles in solar winds emanating from the sun in the region of the magnetic North Pole.

The Northwest Territories and the Yukon offer some of the best viewing of this natural phenomenon in Canada, and it is during the winter months, when the skies are darker, that viewing is the best

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Canada, visit the Canada section of our website, or speak to a Canada specialist directly on 01993 838 700 to discuss your ideas further.

The Dead Sea, Jordan

3. The Dead Sea, Jordan

The Dead Sea is so called because of the large amount of salt that is found in the water, meaning nothing can live in it. Rather confusingly, it's not actually a sea, but a large lake bordering Jordan and Israel.

For millennia people have been coming to the Dead Sea, drawn by the medicinal qualities of the mineral-laden waters and swimming here is a novel experience, with its sensation of weightlessness.

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Jordan, visit the Jordan section of our website, or speak to a Jordan specialist directly on 01993 838 415 to discuss your ideas further.

Staircase to the Moon, Australia

4. Staircase to the Moon, Australia

From March until October visitors to Australia's northwest region are treated to a natural phenomenon known as the Staircase to the Moon.

This attraction occurs when the full moon rises over the exposed mudflats at extremely low tide, creating the optical illusion of a staircase reaching to the moon. One of the best places to witness the Staircase to the Moon is Broome.

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Australia, visit the Australia section of our website, or speak to an Australia specialist directly on 01993 838 810 to discuss your ideas further.

Catatumbo lightning, Venezuela

5. Catatumbo lightning, Venezuela

At the mouth of the Catatumbo river in Venezuela a spectacular lightning storm takes place between 140 to 160 nights per year and, strangely, is never accompanied by thunder.

Occuring in a very small area over Lake Maracaibo, the frequency and power of this spectacular event makes it a strong contender for the world's largest single generator of tropospheric ozone.

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Venezuela, visit the Venezuela section of our website, or speak to a Venezuela specialist directly on 01993 838 625 to discuss your ideas further.

6. Pororoca, Brazil

During the months of February and March every year, a large tidal bore, known as pororoca, travels from the Atlantic Ocean and along the Amazon river in Brazil.

Reaching heights of up to four metres this Amazonian phenomenon is popular with surfers who take to the precarious waters which are strong enough to rip up whole trees and contain crocodiles and piranhas!

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Brazil, visit the Brazil section of our website, or speak to a Brazil specialist directly on 01993 838 610 to discuss your ideas further.

Blue Hole, Belize

7. The Great Blue Hole, Belize

A blue hole, sometimes called a vertical cave is an underwater sinkhole which is usually circular in shape.

One of the best examples of a blue hole is the Great Blue Hole, located in the centre of Lighthouse Reef just off the Belize coast, and at 124 metres deep it is considered to be one of the best dive sites in the world.

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Belize, visit the Belize section of our website, or speak to a Belize specialist directly on 01993 838 690 to discuss your ideas further.

11pm during the White Nights in St Petersburg

8. The White Nights, St Petersburg

The geographical location of St Petersburg means that during June and July every year, the city never experiences full darkness.

Known as the White Nights, summer in St Petersburg is a social affair, with the street bustling with activity. Couples take romantic walks along the river while young revellers enjoy the eternal twilight, all too aware of the bitter winter that lies ahead!

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Russia, visit the Russia section of our website, or speak to a Russia specialist directly on 01993 838 230 to discuss your ideas further.

9. Tofino storms, Canada

Head to Tofino during the months of December to February and you will witness the ocean being whipped into a frenzy by the incoming storms.

With waves up to 34 feet high, the unusual winter weather attracts many visitors to the area who watch transfixed, as the roaring ocean pushes large timber onto the shoreline in as many as 15 storms a month.

To find out more about tailor-made trips to Canada, visit the Canada section of our website, or speak to a Canada specialist directly on 01993 838 700 to discuss your ideas further.

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