08 Oct - Ant Atoll Trip

Saturday saw us take boat and head over the Ant Atoll on what may end up being the last trip there for a while as the tradewinds have started to kick in. It was a little lumpy but doable. In a couple of weeks it may be considerably worse.

Local fisherman setting their nets at the base of Pohnpei's iconic rock, Sokez Mountain.

The Pohnpei Surf Club boat at Palikir Pass (the world's best left hand surf break). Not at this point though.......

Ant Atoll. Nic and I love this place. Clean beaches and great snorkeling.

Does this look like a great set up or what!!!!!!!! Well the beach is sorted, time for a snorkel.

As soon as we entered the water the fish life began. The ray didn't seem to mind us too much and gently cruised out of our way.

I'm not sure of the reason but the coral seemed very 'alive' today. The most colourful that we have witnessed since being on Pohnpei.

The incoming tide meant all creatures large and small were searching for food.

Finally got a half decent shot of one of these fish.

Bright and vibrant. It truly was a great snorkel.

All the corals seemed to light up.

Postcard quality. Clean water, bright sunlight, 28 degree water - does it get any better.

Heaps and heaps of clams today. We always snorkel this spot when we come to Ant. Today we saw more clams than ever before. Some as small as my little finger.

Freaky coral of some sort.

More freaky but colourful coral.

Nic enjoying the warm, clean, clear water.

A massive 'brain' coral.

Even the clams had all their colours out today. Fantastic.

I didn't take many photos of fish today but they were out in force as well. Luckily this one sat still long enough for me to take a photo of him/her.

How good is this place? It will be very hard to leave in 15 months time.

Another postcard shot.

This seaslug was out enjoying the sunshine as well.

More colours than we have seen here before.

Just incase you were wondered we did do a bit of fishing on the way over and the way home but weren't successful today. Lucky we have a freezer full already. So it was another great day in Pohnpei. Mantas next weekend, Fishing Tournament the weekend after, love it here.