Enjoy the view

Sunset at Palolem beach, South Goa. 12/16/2005


View from Cabo del Rama fort, South Goa


Lunch view at Patem Beach


the Church in Cabo del Rama fort.


Treehouse in wildlife sanctuary.


Tim climbs up to the treehouse. No wildlife seen, except two other tourists. There was a small snake enclosure which had four Cobras and two Pythons. The guide used a long stick to poke the cobras, which reared up and hissed.


IN PALOLEM

We've been having a fine time here in Palolem. Met up with Ian, from Canada (America Jr.), who Matt and I originally met on our rafting trip in Nepal. We've all had some fun nights, as the happy hour cocktails are silly cheap. We rented the scooters again, the oh so hot Honda Activa, but this time for two days (with proper registration, and helmets). Yesterday we went up north checking out some sights, the del Rama fort, more beaches, etc. Had some lunch and headed back, had to dodge tons of cows, a few monkeys, dogs, and warthogs. The usual traffic in India. Today we went south to a wildlife sanctuary, and got to take the Activa's offroading. They performed quite well, I decided not to try anymore burnouts, as my wounds from last time are still healing. We then headed to the beach just south of Palolem, called Patnem. Swam a bit and had some lunch on the beach, another fine day in Goa. Thanks to everyone for the birthday wishes and donations, both are greatly appreciated.
Planning a relaxing 25th birthday on the beach tomorrow, and a big seafood dinner with the crew. Sounds like it's pretty chilly back home, hope these photos make you a little warmer.