Todays run also doubled up as a recce of this mornings proposed dive site. The wind had freshened last night and I therefore needed to check the north side of the island for diveability. However I really didn’t need to worry as there was not a breath of wind this morning and the sea was flat calm. I did though cover the route intended, as it is just so beautiful. I first passed the Nunnery and they were singing at what I would assume was morning mass, then I passed the salt pans with the husbands and wives busily working on collecting the salt and then refilling the pans. Finally, I passed the Gozitan women out for their morning swim. The Gozitan women have an innate ability to be able to float in the sea without fuss or the need to swim. They conduct the days gossip without any chance of getting water in their mouths as they seem to bob like corks in the sea.
The first dive though and even after the recce, didn’t go to plan. We reached Ghasri valley and proceeded to kit up at an excellent speed. The walk down the 101 steps was completed without incident, however upon entering the water we could see jellyfish everywhere. Now as two people in the group were wearing shorties, this really wasn’t an option as the valley is narrow, meaning there is not a lot of room for maneuver. Reluctantly we agreed to sack this particular dive site and headed further around the bay where we were able to dodge the Jellies more successfully, its safe to say they have arrived!
The afternoons dive was much better as it was on the west of the island at the Blue Hole. The group has been building up to this all week and they rose to the challenge perfectly. Everyone was good on air and maintain a good depth. I even picked up some more treasure along the way (very happy).
Last days diving tomorrow, sad times!
Big Kev
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