Day 8 - Snorkeling
Today was our last day on the Gili Islands. We took a snorkeling tour that hit 3 spots close to the 3 Gili islands. The weather was perfect, the sun was shining and the water was clear blue.
In the water we got to swim around a few coral reefs among fishes of different sizes and colours. We were not lucky enough to spot any turtles but very happy with the 5 hour trip. It also gave us a chance to visit all three of the Gili islands for we had lunch on the island closest to Lombok, Gili Air. It was just as paradise-like as Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan.
Tomorrow it is time to leave the Gilis. We are travelling to the second largest city in Indonesia, Surabaya. It is a trip that will involve 3 boat trips and 3 bus trips and will take 24 hours according to the agency we are travelling with. It would not surprise me if it will end up being closer to 30 hours.A wonderful first week of travelling is now over and we are looking forward to many more!
Songs of the trip so far:
Vampire Weekend - Holiday
Lady Gaga - Pokerface
Dr Alban feat Kicki Danielsson - Papaya Coconut
Just a short time ago you 2 were enjoying the snow in Seoul. Now, just like Uncle Merritt said, you see white beaches everywhere. Such beautiful fish! Thanks for sharing.
Papaya coconut was always my favorite song by Kicki.
Nice pics!
Looks like you're having a great time! Just got back from Jiuzhaigou. Will be in Chengdu until the 25th, then it's back to Chongqing. Are you guys planning to do some scuba diving somewhere during your journey?