Sailing Brahminy: Farewell BVI !!!

Farewell BVI !!!

We have had an amazing time in the BVI's and are sad to leave this pretty part of the world. Spending a large amount of time in these islands has allowed us to meet lots of fantastic people and really get to know the lay of the land. It seems that we are here on the edge of an change as more and more construction is going on (Richo Branson is currently building an ECO resort on the edge of a cliff which he levelled slightly, not so eco), the lengthening of the airport is on the cards to fit bigger jumbo's in here and more cruise ships decide to visit. It IS still relatively untouched here and there are a strong band of local environmentalists here such as Trish Bailey who strive to protect the fragile reef, wetlands and forest ecosystems. Lets hope they succeed so that next time we visit (hopefully soon!) we can still be amazed by the sea life, crystal clear waters and lush green vegetation.

Sara, John and Tony. Our new best mates from Alaska! We met this awesome couple on Anagarda and hitched with them in their hire car for a couple of days. Flamingos, amazing snorkeling and home made Alaskan tinned King Salmon. Thanks guys!

The coral at 'Flash of Beauty' a lovely snorkeling spot!

John found us awesome fishing line leader on the beach along with other treasures such as buckets and crates.

On Anagada, they have the rare 'Anagada Iguana' and have started a Iguana nursery to get them big enough to fend off the feral cats before they release them.

Conch everywhere

haha! We initiated John and Tony as real Aussies with some vegemite on some of Sara's amazing bread. Oh and there was even talk of a potential house swap between Broome and Alaska!

OK GET THIS! we saw this from out at sea and thought it was a weird looking island...As we came closer, we discovered it was an island totally of Conch shell! Unbelievable, this is where the fishermen shuck their catch before returning to the settlement.

Dan thought he'd try his hand at free diving for Conch, he let these fellas go...

Still eating Mahi Mahi, its lasted for a week and still going!

Our 'secret' Anchorage at Anagarda, surrounded by coral atolls and healthy reef, we stayed here for 4 days and loved every minute. We even stopped working on the boat for a while!