6 full-moon travel ideas for nature loversThe lunar calendar can be as useful as a weather forecast, writes Miriam Kimvangu. Below are several travel experiences that benefit directly from full-moon conditions, along with destinations where they are commonly available. Full-moon ocean swims along the KwaZulu-Natal coastCoastal swimming after dark is most accessible during full-moon periods, when natural light improves visibility along the shoreline. Guided night hikes in mountain areas and nature reservesMany private reserves and mountain lodges offer guided night walks that are timed around the full moon. Full-moon travel is most effective when combined with destinations that already offer strong daytime activities.