Pulau Weh - Underwater Paradise.

Pulau Weh is a tiny island in the Indian Ocean; about an hour ferry ride from Banda Aceh and just off the northern tip of Sumatra. There are no hotels here, just one room bungalows hidden amongst the trees and rocks on the shore. We stayed in one on the water at Ibioh Bay that was rustic (as they all are here) but perfect. The only way to get to it (and most of the others) was with a long walk through lush green...so we were glad we packed light.

I haven't written an entry in a few days because we have been doing the same thing each day: wake up to the sound of waves lapping beneath us, have breakfast outdoors overlooking the turquiose water, jump in and out of the water with our snorkel and mask all day, rest in the hammock or on the dock, eat a late dinner (by our standards) and fall asleep to the sound of the waves.

We haven't left Ibioh; leaving the rest of the island unexplored. We are fine with that, though. Pulau Weh is all about exploring the amazing sea life right outside your bungalow. And is is amazing. It is literally like swimming in an aquarium- we see something new each time we go in.

Unfortunately, my camera can't capture the most spectacular parts of this place-under the sea. I have attached some overland shots that should bring you the island vibe. We are very relaxed.

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