AMAZING is the first thing that comes to mind. My husband and our 2 kids have been to many dive resorts all around the country and we have to say this is the best so far. Yes, I think being referred to as a RESORT is a little stretched, but they can name it what they want. I read every blog I could find, every article, and the website 2-3 times. There were a lot of negative things said about Glover's and I was glad when none of those things happened. We knew this was going to be rustic so we were very prepared. This place is not for everyone and if you come with a relaxed attitude, and your looking for a unique adventure you will absolutely love this place. You can do anything you want for one week.
We stayed in Hopkins Village at Parrot Cove Resort to tour a few days before we left for the Atoll. We wished we had reversed that and went to the Atoll first and toured last. That way we could get "real showers" before flying home. Anyway it worked out just fine though. While there we did the zip line, and cave tubing. It was a lot of fun.
We left Sittee river about a 1/2 late. But who cares your in Belize and on vacation. See it's just the attitude you choose to have. The ocean was very calm when we left Sittee River. The trip took 3 hours and was beautiful. It was so amazing when we arrived I told my husband to pinch me, I couldn't believe my eyes. We checked in and were assigned our over the water hut, which I feel is the only way to go. When we woke every morning we had rays, barracuda, a resident lobster at our hut #4, Turtle, and many fish. We did have cockroach's in our hut, but only noticed them on really hot nights, and they weren't bad. The huts were rustic, but that was what made it fun and unique.
We had good food all week. Warren caught fresh fish every night, which we would have for dinner. He even took our kids out to catch and release one night. He was very kind and helpful. The dinners with fresh fish was very good. Sometimes dinner was a little late, but not that bad. We sat and talked at the table and enjoyed our time there. We NEVER went hungry, the food was good and the portions were normal sizes. If you like your portions super sized you might want to cook your own food. We did bring snacks with us, and that worked out good. I would suggest this. Just be sure to close up food and your overnight bags if there is tooth paste and such, because the cock roaches will come.
The potties are rustic, but not bad at all. If you don't like to use these kind of facilities this isn't for you. We had plenty of toilet paper.
The showers do smell, but again if you can't be flexible with this, bring the portable showers, you buy at sporting good stores.
. You weren't forced to pick up trash, it was a choice and not big deal was made at all. The currents bring trash to the Atoll, which is why they ask you to pick up any you see any. Most people do this at home, if your hiking, or walking and have a place to throw we pick it up.
Yes, Marsha Jo is quiet, but she is a busy lady and keeps to herself. Nothing wrong with that. Becky was very friendly, helpful, and professional. They have been running this business since the 1960, so they know what they are doing.
The diving was amazing to say the least. With the water being 84 degrees it made it even better. The clarity of the water, and variety of marine life set this place apart, from Bonaire, Cozumel, Hawaii,Turks and Caicos, Grand Cayman, and Roatan. The best dive was Half moon Caye.
We had the best weather, I don't think it could have been better. We did have 2 thunderstorms at night, which was kinda fun, even though the roof leaked a little. How many people can say their grass hut over the water leaked, not many. Some nights the wind didn't blow at all and it was stifling hot, I was praying for some wind to cool me down. It was very clear at night and so calm, you could her yourself think. Every night we had beautiful sunsets!! You could also water ski on the ocean, and that is not a joke.
I did rent a kayak and used it everyday. We used it to go out of the reserved to get a couple conch shells to take home. We cut the conch out and gave it to honeymooners that were camping, they loved it.
Snorkeling was great. I put my gear on in my hut and walked in and swam around for a while every day. The water was so warm I didn't use a wetsuit. I am very cold blooded and I always use a wetsuit, so this was a bonus.
Anyway, we will go back to Glover's and next time stay longer. I just pray the weather is as good as it was this trip. Before you go read the web page top to bottom. If you like a little adventure, and don't need to be pampered this place is for you.
If you have any questions you can email me at
kellywehmeyer@gmail.com
Sunday, June 7, 2009
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