29/10/2026
A Piece of Hopkins History That Will Forever Be Cherished❤️
My mom came across this picture of my late father, Noawel Nunez, with the late Steve Irwin, famously known around the world as The Crocodile Hunter, during his visit to Hopkins, Belize, in the late 1990s. This picture and tour was at the Sittee River.
Steve Irwin was an Australian wildlife expert, television personality, and passionate conservationist who became internationally famous for his wildlife adventures and his dedication to protecting animals and their natural habitats. Through his television series The Crocodile Hunter, he inspired millions of people around the world to appreciate and respect wildlife. Sadly, he passed away in September 2006, but his legacy continues through his family and their conservation work.
But today, I want to shine a light on the man standing beside him my late father, Noawel Nunez, one of the first tour operators here in Hopkins, Belize. 🇧🇿
Looking at this picture fills my heart with pride. It reminds me that my father was more than a tour operator. He was a local guide, a storyteller, a man who shared the beauty of our waters and our community with people from different parts of the world.
As his daughter, I am so proud to continue the legacy he built. Every tour we do at Noawel’s Reef Adventures carries a piece of him, his name, his teachings, his passion, and the foundation he laid for us.