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Montserrat is offering the Voyage to the Volcano getaway package.

The six day/five night special includes private villa accommodations, adventure activities including volcano watching, boat tour to former capital city Plymouth, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, meals, a five-day car rental, island tours and a day trip to Redonda Island.

Visitors can participate in a variety of excursions that include a guided kayak and snorkeling tour to Rendezvous Bay Beach, Montserrat’s only white-sand beach; island tour with a visit to the Montserrat Volcano Observatory for the chance to watch historic footage of the volcano’s eruption, as well as catch a glimpse of the waking mountain from the safest vantage point; a rainforest mountain hike that offers panoramic views of Montserrat and neighboring islands; and a day trip to Redonda Island for more diving, hiking and snorkeling.

Additional activities include a Plymouth boat tour that provides scenic views of the island’s 13 miles of coastline, as well as an up-close look at the destruction of the former capital city now submerged under ash and mud-flows, a trip back in time to explore the remains of the famed AIR Studios, where music greats including the Rolling Stones, Elton John, Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder once recorded, and a stop at Runaway Ghaut, where folklore promises one sip from the ghaut will guarantee a return visit to the island.

Tradewinds Real Estate’s three private villas are offered in the package.

They each feature a fully equipped kitchen, living and dining room, and private pool.

One dinner at Olveston House, the private residence of Beatles’ producer Sir George Martin that has been transformed into a guesthouse and restaurant, featuring authentic English cuisine is included.

The Voyage to the Volcano package is $885 per person, based on double occupancy. For groups of four or more, rates start at $785 per person. The special is valid now through Dec. 31 subject to villa availability.

For more information, call 664-491-2960, email melody@divemontserrat.com  or visit www.visitmontserrat.com