Roatan Honduras

[Peddler]

I know there was a combined thread on this port, but what are we to expect when we arrive. Other than snorkling/scuba what else is there in Roatan.

Thanks

Jim

[Joanandjoe]

When we were in Roatan in 2003, we spent the day at the Sante Wellness Center, http://www.santewellnesscenter.com/ . Angela, the owner, gives or supervised massages, and prepares a wonderful light lunch. There is a swimming pool and a small beach, and Angela's husband (a former California fireman) can take you snorkeling or diving. A wonderful day in a small slice of paradise.

[1959kar]

Roatan was the second stop on our first cruise , I love this island, I would live on this island if I could, what to expect, for me, it was a beautiful small island, just starting to be visited by cruise ships, the scenery was gorgeous, the islanders very friendly, my favorite stop on the cruise

[catfish228]

We've been to Roatan twice and are going again next month. On our first trip, we signed up for a nice private sailboat and snorkel trip. The owner of the yacht was very knowledgeable about Roatan's history and geography. We had a great time. The snorkelling at the barrier reef was excellent.

The next time, we did scuba at Tabyana Beach. that's a popular swimming destination. We talked to others who had done the zip-line in the canopy and had a great experience. They saw monkeys and parrots up in the trees.

We have reserved an excursion called Reef Riders for our next visit. They are 2-person speedboats. I haven't seen a picture, but I think they might be like the Rhino Riders we took out in St. Maarten. Those were 'zodiac' type speedboats that you straddle like a jet ski. I think they'll be lots of fun whatever they're like.

All cruises have been with NCL.

Also, there is shopping within walking of the pier.

[JohnG]

http://www.roatanonline.com/roatan_shore_excursions.htm

http://www.bibr.com/cruiseship.htm

http://www.lasrocasresort.com/cruise_ship.html

http://www.roatanet.com/watersports.htm

http://www.payabay.com/

[Peddler]

Thanks everyone....I guess we'll just do some sightseeing on our own and a little shopping. No beach, snorkle, or scuba for us I afraid.

Later

Jim

[robb]

We're going in 2 weeks so I've been doing some research. There's an iguana farm, and some zip line jungle excursions. Otherwise I didn't fund much.

[zebra]

Are there any beaches that are walking distance from the ship?

[cruzingram]

We were in Roatan in January 2008 and went to Fins and Flippers. What a great place. Beach with chairs, snorkeling of their dock, a beautiful pool area, good food and drinks at very reasonable prices. With a reservation it was $20 for the day. Short boat ride over there. They picked us up close to the pier.

[zebra]

This sounds like the place to go - for sure!