Laguna de Apoyo

Laguna de Apoyo.. from what I understand is a volcano crater that has now turned into well.. a laguna. The water is a beautiful cristal blue and is surrounded by lush green forest. It seems to be a rather isolated area, very remote without many people.

I had decided to go and spend the day and night there. I stayed at the Monkey Hut which used to be related to The Bearded Monkey and had recently gone their separate ways (hmm wonder why!?!). It was a bit more expensive however, the views and tranquil environment were worth it.

After I got there, I changed, grabbed a kayak and headed out into the water. It was so beautiful I just sat out there soaking in the sun and listening to the birds. It was so peaceful. It was a wooden paddle so it ended up hurting my hands and was very heavy but soo worth it. If I could of sat out there all day I would have!! I relaxed the rest of the day, read, took in some sun and talked with some girls that were from the states on a job. That night enjoyed a delicious piece and chatted with some girls from London. I was starting to feel sick and was very under the weather but enjoyed the company.

That night there was a beautiful sunset and extreme oranges and pinks filled the sky. The picture does not due justice to how it actually appeared.. but it never seems to!

Due to the location and the security of the place, I went down to the dock by the water and star gazed for a few hours. I saw the most incredible shooting stars and cloud formations. It was an incredible experience! Star gazing on the water.. what gets better then that??