Thatch Caye Celebrates 5th Season!
November 8, 2011
Thatch Caye is finally reopened for the 2011/2012 season after 2 months of refurbishment and improvements to our coastline, beaches, and facilities. We were spared from any storms tracking across the western Caribbean, which allowed us to move forward with new thatch roof projects in our main dining area and a major facelift to all the accommodations and greenery. We’ve been fortunate in attracting back Kris Shaw as our General Manager. Kris helped us in our very first season to transition Thatch Caye from a construction site into a people friendly Island Resort. We have also attracted top notch local talents to Thatch Caye in the marine activities area as well as groundskeepers and service personnel. Thatch has always prided itself on personal service and the addition of these new talents will continue that tradition.
The dolphins are jumping and the manatees are filling their bellies on the sea grass. Spotted Eagle Rays continue to glide by our over water cabanas and all the local snorkel spots are teaming with colorful inhabitants. The temperatures have cooled a touch from the summer heat and the cool sea breezes have returned. As we move into our 5th season, we will update this feature with stories and photos of under and over water adventures from the international guests who call Thatch Caye home this season.
Spotted Eagle Ray Encounter
April 8, 2011
Sunrise at the T-Dock started off gorgeous and got even better when “Clipper” our Spotted Eagle Ray showed up for breakfast. Here’s a HD video of him eating as feeder fish pick-up scraps.
Spectacular Spotted Eagle Ray
March 15, 2011
The sun was shinning and I thought I’d take a walk down to the southern end of Thatch Caye Resort. The water and sky were picture perfect, so I grabbed my camera. As I approached the Southern Palapa, I stumbled upon this graceful fellow feeding in the sea grass.
Eagle Ray
When I got to the end of the dock I realized that this ray was about 2-3 feet across, and was not startled as I walked closer.
Fin out of the water
These marine creatures can be found often swimming by our five cabana’s that are built over the tranquil Caribbean waters.
Thatch Caye Ray
These creatures are very safe to swim with but will generally swim away if you get too close. More from the Caye Catcher blog later this week.
Exotic Belizean Buffet
February 27, 2011
Belize is an incredible country filled with many ethnic groups. Mayan, Garifuna, Spanish, Creole, Mennonite, and Anglo add to the diversity of cuisine. These influences produce eclectic dishes that blend all of these cultures together. We are very lucky to have Chef Alberto Teul, from Punta Gorda creating savory dishes exclusively for Thatch Caye Resort. Alberto is 100% Mayan and has worked in top resorts on the mainland.
Chef Alberto, produces “healthy and hearty” meals to satisfy the most delicate vegan to the hungriest scuba diver.
Chef Alberto(center), Waitress Patty Casimiro(left), and Waitress Rena David(right) stand proud next to a wonderful Thatch Caye Buffet.
Thatch Caye Resort is known for producing the freshest salads in Belize. The secret is hydroponic veggies from the mainland.
Fresh Snapper, Caribbean Lobster, and Shrimp are often on the menu.
Guests of Thatch Caye sample the exotic buffet.
Chef Alberto answers questions for the guests.
Thatch Caye Resort is your destination for incredible adventure, exotic foods, and fresh salads.
New Snorkel Blog
February 22, 2011
It was an amazing morning as we flew over turquoise water on our way to the nearby reef.
Alben(in red) explained about the surrounding Caye’s, and local folklore.
We motored by secluded beach’s and exotic caye’s on our way to the second largest barrier reef in the world.
Fifteen minutes later we dropped anchor with no other boats in site, alone. Alben gave us the run down on what to expect and what not to touch.
Everyone prepared to jump into the blue abyss…
The reef was nothing short of spectacular with many varieties of coral and fish.
A large Grouper(center left image) tried to hide. The reef was teaming with life.
45 minutes later it was time to return to the boat and re-hydrate.
Cruising back to Thatch Caye we passed by the Ragga Muffin Sailboat from Caye Caulker.
Just another day of adventure in paradise with Thatch Caye Resort.