I've heard that the tide is what dictates the strength of the current, but can't vouch for that. Sounds reasonable though, doesn't it?

Just noticed that at the top left hand corner of this page, there's another aerial shot of the cut.

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water looks a bit choppy in that one, doesn't it?

It was a windy day.

Yes, I figured. Still, must have been warm. I see head's bobbing in the water.

Nice pic dated Dec. 18, 2007 on the Caye Caulker Chronicles page. Did you see it?

Okay so today I get this email that I sent regarding water taxi and told them I was staying at Corona del Mar..so now I am really confused..

You do not need to make reservations but I can still make them for you. Our address is #10 North Front Street, If you are coming from the International Airport, you would need to take a cab. It is about 20 - 25 minutes drive to our terminal. We also offer pick-up service which costs $25.00 us dlls for 1-3 persons.

Regards
Anna

So the water taxis are not centrally located in San Pedro?

The e-mail above is information on how to get from the International Airport (mainland, where you arrive in country) to the water-taxi area in Belize City, and thence by water taxi to either CC or AC. To catch the water taxi to CC from San Pedro, go to the pier by the Tackle Box in the heart of San Pedro.
Check the CC schedule and then go when you like.
The tour with three snorkel stops and a lunch stop at CC is a pretty good deal - you'll probably be doing snorkeling during your visit anyway, so this is a way to combine adventures. If you are concerned enough about water-safety to wear a life-vest when swimming, it might be best for your to do most of your water activities in the company of a good guide - they are trained to take care of you and show you things you would not see on your own. The local tour guides are great company - you get a chance to learn about local things and make a new friend. I also recommend the Rainbow on CC for lunch .......... love that place!

Wow, thanks Diane.. you had me thinking twice... I have a friend with the same name as yours and I KNOW she has never been to Belize....


Dh and I have snorkeled with guides in GCayman, Cozumel, PRico and planning on a guide to Mexico Rocks and Hol Chan.. etc.. just wanted to do some of our own without restrictive time in the water. I am packing 2 vests as usual and was just not sure about the strong current I had read about in the split.

thanks for the clarification...:)