Belize Part One of Two: Yok Ha

Ronnie and I just got back from our trip to Belize. It was awesome. It was a relatively short trip of 6 days but we are so happy we were able to go.
My parents were so kind to watch Piper....she can be a handful :)

We flew into Belize City and then took a "puddle jumper" (a 12 seater plane) to Dangriga, where we then hopped on a boat to get to our secluded island resort called Yok Ha. This resort is not even 2 months old yet and it is run by a lady and her husband. If you are interested here is the link, we actually found this place with Groupon.

There are only 5 cabanas and it is a very small island. With only an acre or so cleared (the rest mangroves), you get to know everyone that is there very well. We were able to do some kayaking, snorkeling, one scuba dive on the reef and an excursion to the Jaguar Reserve on the mainland.
We also did a lot of relaxing!

 

 

 

Back on the Mainland

Hiking the Jaguar Reserve

On the mainland in Dangriga, where we meet our boat

The water was a bit rough that day.

 

We bought a drum from a drum maker.

 

Ronnie excited about his first dive since getting certified 5 years ago.

Things seen: Turtle, eagle ray, moray eel, lion fish, lobster, lots of coral and colorful fish

 

Next up San Ignacio....

4.5 months

I know you are just itching to see MORE pictures of my puppy. I mean I know you just haven't seen enough...so here are two more. Really I just want to mark how much she has grown! Since we got Piper she has grown at least 25 lbs, if not more, in the 2.5 months we have had her. She was 10 lbs when we got her and now she is at least 35 (could be more!). 

 

I'll just throw in a video for good measure.

(Just put it on mute so you don't have to hear my voice...eek!)

 

 

Locks Point Park

We spent the afternoon at the park. It was nice out and Piper was enjoying exploring.

 

Now here are a bunch of pictures :)

 

It was a great visit to the park. Then we got in the car and I shut Piper's tail in the door. Ugh...I still feel so horrible. She is fine though...thankfully!!