We knew when we booked our adventure that we would not be an easy group. We ranged from 11 years old to 74 years old. Our experience ranged from never having snorkeled to SCUBA certified. And then there were our health challenges - artificial knees, torn shoulders, apparently two with heavy sea sickness, and also a news flash that two had a degree of claustrophobia. Yep, we put them through quite the test. And they came through with high marks all around!
Dustin and Dillon, thank you for your patience and support. You were fantastic! And the Manta Rays put on quite the show for us, too.
Our snorkeling experience before the Mantas was really brief but a great way to get everyone (almost) comfortable with the water and their gear. The sunset was spectacular as we floated in the water waiting for the green flash.
There were oodles of other manta ray seekers on the water with us, but our lighted raft attracted more than a half dozen manta rays - one even rubbed bellies with my dad (despite his efforts to suck in and lift out of the water).
Thanks again Dusty and Dillon for an enjoyable night! Next trip, we'll have to do the dolphins.