Mites and tites

Our ferryman, Spider, sped us across the bay at a rapid rate of knots 😳 to Gaspar Grande Island, where we went to visit the Gasparee Caves. A short hike up a steep hill and we were at the entrance to the limestone caves. In the distance we could see a shadow of Venezuela, but it’s best to keep your eyes on the ground, as all around are huge sinkholes that you really don’t want to become too familiar with. But once in the caves, they allow rays of light to filter through and highlight the beautiful stalagmites and stalactites, and the translucent ‘Blue Grotto’ pool. We descended about 100 feet, clinging onto the rails of the metal stairway, with the odd fruit bat flying around. But it was all worth it when we saw the fascinating structures that have formed over thousands of years. Quite awesome. (In fact, we were advised that when we looked up in awe, we should keep our mouths closed in case some bat doodoo made its way in! 🤣)Read more