Scuba Diving

A Note on lack of pictures/posts: From what I've heard from most of you, it's the pictures that keep you interested in this blog. Don't feel bad, they're what keep me interested too. Unfortunately, about two weeks ago my camera was stolen and I haven't quite gotten around to getting a new one. And without pictures I've been reluctant to write new posts. But I'm working on getting a camera and will be up to speed before you know it. Until then, I'll have to rely on friends and tourist websites.



So, Scuba. Yesterday I went scuba diving in the way north of the island off of Cap Malheureax, near the small island shown in the picture above, Coin De Mire. On the way to the first dive site we saw humpback whales from the boat. We didn't see them from under the water but oh my goodness could we hear them! I felt like I was in a National Geographic documentary. They're long, low cries sound highly emotional and are followed by responsive whistling. Their communication made for incredible background music as we explored a shipwreck surrounded by thousands (maybe millions) of tropical fish. We saw a yellow spotted eel that was not much smaller than me and huge rays which my friend Kenny insisted were still babies, but were way bigger than any I've ever seen. We also did a drift dive, letting the current take us through coral arches and over bustling marine life. So far, all three dives I've done in Mauritius have been wonderful and I cannot wait to do more!