A day on the water was a refreshing change, however the visit to Bunce Island was very sobering. We boarded our African boat at the Aberdeen beach. The beach was full of fishing boats and women waiting for the fishermen to come in.
Our boatman was Tommy. Traveling with us were Augustine and his friend, Mariama. It was a long three hour ride to the island with much to see along the way.
I could try to explain Bunce Island’s part in the slave trade, but this sign says it well.
On a lighter note, we had an amazing lunch prepared fresh by our boatman. Barracuda on skewers, fries and plantains. Yum!
Tim & Kathy Simonsen 