Dear all,
We have had a great week in Tonga, the people are very friendly and welcoming. We have caught up with friends doing the World ARC and had a nice week relaxing after a rough crossing from Niue. We have managed to catch up on a load of maintenance and get out and about. A highlight has to of been the BBQ and cave swim on the Catamaran Seazen. Swallows cave was amazing, stalactites, bats, clouds of fish beneath in crystal clear water. There is another cave (marinas cave that we couldn’t find) probably a good job given the swell on the day.
Swallows cave from the inside
Stu and Laura took part in a Clear up Vava’u litter pick with the local Vava’u environmental protection agency along with Jeff from Sea Falke and Jamie and Lucy from Bamboozle. We also experienced another Sunday church service with the Tongans all dressed up in their traditional attire.
Today we have been to a botanical garden owned by lucy and Haniteli, a great day out. Haniteli started growing the botanical garden back in 1954 when he was given the land by the government. With his passion for agriculture and plants he opened the gardens when he retired in 2002.
We are hoping to get fuel and vegetables tomorrow and clear customs for Fiji, a five day crossing.
We hope everybody at home is well and have all enjoyed the Jubilee celebrations.
Lots of Love,
Ocean Lady
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