Manta Rays - holy #$%^

Today is our first day at Manta Ray Island.  We got here around noon, had lunch, then spent some time snorkeling (which is incredible all by itself).  This resort is famous for snorkeling and diving because of its proximity to manta ray and shark breeding grounds.  People come from all over the world to dive here.  They told us that they hadn't seen the mantas in a few weeks despite it being their high season.  We were stoked when we heard the drum call signaling manta ray sitings.  They herded us (literally) into boats and dropped us off in the currents where the mantas swim.  A few seconds later, a beautiful manta ray swam right below us, up through the current.  Matt and I, being the strongest swimmers, had little trouble keeping up with him as he swam just a few feet under us.  It was one of the coolest moments of my entire life.

Oh, and happy anniversary to us!!!