One of the things we wanted to do and have the kids experience in Fiji was snorkelling. So we hopped on a boat and went cruising to a small island. Unfortunately for us, the day we booked happened to be the only day it rained. It's not that it doesn't rain in Fiji, but up until that point the rain was usually in the late afternoon and didn't last long. Plus even when it rains the temperature is still warm.
The kids loved the boat ride, even though it was a bit choppy and the rain drizzled. Thirty minutes from port later and land ahoy! Our beautiful island could be sited, with rain clouds surrounding it. Boo hoo! Fingers were crossed the rain would hold off.
Once on island Michael, Henry and Milly stripped down to their swimmers and put on their snorkelling gear. Buster and I were trying to find ourselves a small hut or shelter where we could stay dry and watch the snorkelers. The water surrounding the island was lovely and warm. Michael said the visibility for snorkelling was poor but he had a great time anyway. Some fellow snorkelers even spotted a small shark.
Henry and Milly didn't last long in the ocean and headed up the beach to me and Buster and spent the rest of the time on the island in the pool or in hammocks.
It rained and drizzled on and off while we were there, which can't be helped but did spoil the day a little. The island would have been the perfect paradise to spend a day lazying about. The cruise company put on a big buffet lunch and entertainment before it was time to get back on the boat and head home for some hot showers.
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