Dauin

After a late night we still woke up at 8. After a morning coffee we headed straight to the beach. We are staying about 10m away! A short walk along the volcanic, black sand before entering the water on an absolutely beautiful reef. It was like swimming in an aquarium.

We relaxed for a while before driving to Mapalay to ask about the ferry to Apo Island. There is a public ferry which leaves when full or you can charter a private boat for the day 4 for 4000 pesos.

Some backpackers had just returned and we spoke to them about their journey. They said they had a great time but had to hire a snorkelling guide for 300 pesos each that they didn't really need!

Second dip in the ocean was at the main Dauin beach. Another beautiful area with a large Barracuda spotted.

Shopping for fish and vegetables in Bacong was our next experience and as we passed the old Dauin market it was being rebuilt in a huge concrete building.

Peanut butter biscuits were eaten whilst watching Alone on our hosts newly wall mounted TV. Dinner was a feast of fresh tuna, homemade coleslaw and chicken curry.

In the evening we watched Cry Freedom all about South Africa whilst binging on crisps. Followed by a demonstration of the available 2000 TV channels and Spitting image episodes from the 80's.

Early bed ready for tomorrow's adventure!