In Cozumel the ship hosted a visit by Vice Admiral Juan Saavedra, the equivalent of the Controller of the Navy, and his staff.

Following initial discussions with Flag Officer Sea Training staff earlier in the year, the Admiral was keen to witness Royal Navy fire fighting and damage control techniques, and the ship's team staged a practical demonstration for the visitors. Cozumel also offered the opportunity for the many scuba divers on board to dive in some of the clearest waters in the world, as well as sample some genuine Mexican cuisine and hospitality.

A day after leaving Cozumel the ship anchored off Belize for a two-day visit before recommencing operations. Royally looked after by the British Army Training Support Unit Belize (BATSUB), the ship's company were able to enjoy a wide variety of sporting and adventurous training activities during the brief period. This included a football match against BATSUB with the gratifying result Navy 6, Army 5.

South of Belize the ship undertook a day of gunnery on the Seven Hills Range. During the day's practice, which involved spotters from 148 Commando Battery, the ship's helicopter and boats, and a helicopter from Army 227 Flight, 76 rounds were fired ashore proving the ship's capability to provide accurate Naval Fire Support.