Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Ile Tintamarre

The night was a bit rough, due to the swell, but we did get our sleep. We had internet here in Anse Marcel, uploaded pictures and updated the blog.

After a French breakfast (coffee and a croissant) ashore, we left for Ile Tintamarre. It is part of a marine park, we dove here in 2001. The water is still full of silt from all the wave action, there is no point in snorkeling. But we continue to see turtles around us in the water, not afraid of boats.

The attractive little beach is also a destination for day-trippers. One is Tiko-Tiko tours, a catamaran, must come from a clothing optional resort, and some 12-14 guests plus two crew (Tiko and Tiko?) show themselves on the beach and on the boat. 



The other day trip catamaran was "Golden Eagle" with some 40-50 guests, arriving later, the nude dudes where part of the attraction to them. 

Invasion


The beach is beautiful and finally, after sunset, a handful of boats stayed overnight in this, now, peaceful place. We swam ashore, relaxed and watched the sun set.