Snorkeling in Belize (Cruise Part Four)

March 05, 2015

Wednesday was Belize! Again another place that Erik's mission covered. He never served there, but he visited missionaries there sometimes. This was a place that you really needed an excursion for. You dock a little bit away from the city and then take a tender boat to where you are going. We booked a snorkeling excursion, so we just took a boat right to the little island we were snorkeling from.

The winds were high that day, so the waves were choppy! I was pretty nervous about getting sick in the boat, but I picked a spot up front where I could look out the front. Again we met a nice couple that was sitting right next to us from San Diego, I saw cute pictures of their grandkids and learned about the fitness business they own.

A little nervous, but also excited!

Looking at the island we were going to- tiny!

The snorkeling was fun! We went with the beginners group and marveled at all of the beautiful reefs and colorful fish we were able to see! I had a hard time getting the rhythm down of breathing purely through my mouth, but once that was done I didn't have a problem and really enjoyed myself! One thing that would have made it better is smaller groups though. I was jostled or kicked by someone's fin a few times!

Immediately after I felt really wiped out!

Post-snorkel shot :)

The beach and water were just gorgeous! After snorkeling we bought a couple of snacks and laid in the sun/read. I think I fell asleep for a bit. It was relaxing beach perfection.

It was then time to take the boat back to the ship. I really did just have a fantastic time and was so happy I got to experience this with my wonderful husband :)