This was our second time in Belize and first time in Boom and the Howler House. The home was lovely and exactly as described on Airbnb. We had a very relaxing time and it felt good to be in nature, with nature and to be “unplugged”.

Andrew picked us up from the airport and got us to the house and introduced us to our home for the next few days. We were greeted Friday evening by Ms. Tinnie. She made us feel at home and checked in on us ever so often during our stay.

On Sunday morning, while having tea on the screened-in porch (my favorite room in the house btw), I decided to read the guest book. I was reading all of the positive reviews from everyone and one of the common threads was Mr. Dawson. At that point, we were feeling a bit slighted as we had not yet met the “coconut man”. Low and behold, he appeared and we had wonderful conversation about the history of Belize and the like. Mr. Dawson was a beautiful LIGHT.

The highlight of our trip was meeting and spending time with Mr. Dawson and getting to see and hear the howler monkeys! What an experience (think Jurassic Park )! We also enjoyed seeing Shakira (the croc) and all of nature, riding bikes through the village, visiting with Ms. Carol and eating at Black Orchid (as vegetarians, this was really our only option besides cooking our own food). Very thankful for Rudy at the Black Orchid who drove us back to the airport. He was extremely helpful and accommodating and you really couldn’t beat the price of $15 USD.

We enjoyed our peaceful get-a-way in the bush and definitely have memories to cherish!