Shipwreck Bay

Even though we were tired, we got up with the sunrise to kayak to a private beach. Micaela and Pete shared a kayak and I was paired with the girl who wouldn't stop asking questions about sharks, stingers and how to paddle a kayak... lucky me. Thankfully we paddled our way without incident to the empty shores of Shipwreck Bay. There were only seven of us in total and we took full advantage of the chance to snorkel on the fringe reef about 80 meters offshore. It wasn't nearly as clear or as awesome as the Great Barrier Reef, but the peace and quiet made it a completely new experience. The snorkeling was peaceful since the water was calm, and I think we all wished we could stay there all day. Before paddling back, we walked the empty beach collecting shells and watching crabs scramble under the sand as we passed. The water was warm, the sun was out, and by the time we got back to our cabin in the rainforest, our day was just beginning.