By Aaron
After a long ride through the jungles of Chiapas we arrived at Agua Azul. The water there is rich in minerals and coats everything with a layer of white limestone, making the water take on beautiful shades of blue.
Time for panorama mode
The beginning of our hike up the mountain
We passed several large falls at the start
Nicole taking a break in the heat
Up we go
The water almost glowed when seen from the shady jungle
A little church for the small community of people that live in the area
We kept finding a new waterfall at every corner
Local houses in the jungle
Swimming in the river is no doubt a popular activity around here
We crossed a small tributary
Believe it or not, we saw more waterfalls
And we saw little waterfalls
The view looking downstream was also fantastic
We hiked back down to where we started and then hiked downstream a bit
Of course there were more waterfalls downstream
The river at this point splits into a few smaller streams snaking through the jungle. Unfortunately it was time to go, so this was as far as we got. But I have a good feeling that there were more waterfalls down there.
I'm fairly sure this is what heaven looks like
ReplyDeletePictures well worth waiting for--but do I see sandals on Nicole's feet (!!after that memorable hike on the island off Baja)? Mom
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteI am sooo jealous, you guys are living the dream. I can't wait to be in your shoes later on this year.
~C
Wow! Absolutely stunning. Who would want to stop hiking with such beauty around every turn in the trail?
ReplyDeleteWow! Great photos. Just beautiful with all that water. Why didn't ya'll go swimming??
ReplyDeleteDani
The water was pretty cold... at least to me. I've got an 80 degree minimum water temperature requirement for swimming :)
DeleteJan I was wondering the very same thing.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see Aaron back on the boat. Now maybe he can install the new refrig and maybe the RO system as well!!
Have fun and stay safe
Love DAD
Fridge is installed and working great! RO system still needs to be done, but it's starting to rain enough that we can start catching water so we'll see.
DeleteNicole, as you can see parents don"t miss a thing!
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Nicole, as you can see parents do not miss anything. The microscope comes out when we get pictures of our love ones!!!!
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As always your photos are truly amazing. So much more than 'a thousand words'. The colours of the water is almost unbelievable. I continue to enjoy very much your excellent photo blog of your exploits and adventures. Keep safe and enjoy.
ReplyDeleteThanks Hugh, and the pictures don't even do it justice!
DeleteBeautiful pics! Me and my husband going in 2 years! Picking out are boat and have 1 son left in high school! Cant wait! Susan and Gary! Jax Fl
ReplyDeleteThanks! Trust me, that 2 years will fly by.
DeleteYou're showing us the good stuff down there - love it! :) Still enjoying the Sea but thinking we'll be doing the same route south next year?
ReplyDeleteCheers, the Nyoners
Hi guys, you'll love it. Have a great time up in the Sea this summer, looking forward to updates on your blog!
DeleteJust repeating everyone else's comments, but, seriously, SOOO BEAUTIFUL! THe water is so blue!
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DeleteJust repeating everyone else's comments, but SO BEAUTIFUL! Love the blue water!
ReplyDeletewhoa, this is amazing! What a magical place! So so cool!
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