Up early and ashore by 7.20, then straight on to a 40 seater truck to the beach area. This was just what we had been expecting for the previous two beach stops. Wandered along it as far as we could in both the directions, watched laid back demonstrations of plant plaiting and  lei, the garlands they make to go round our necks. Then had a coconut drink before wandering out to sea, with David´s help. Some coral underneath still frightened me!, but then stole a  noodle off Gillian and felt much happier. Chatted to a group of 3 and learnt that Jamie and Marieka were getting married on May 21st!. Once back on land there was a very genuine dance display. We had to leave by 10.10, but we would have liked a little longer.

 

 

 

Back on board  I packed one suitcase before lunch, and the second one after lunch before having a coffee and watching the 1985 film of Mutiny on the Bounty. Then a walk round a deserted deck before going to the cruise overview, watching the cruise video and then enjoying the  crew farewell. Final canapés in the bar followed by a last supper with Ian and Christine.