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Roatán, Bay Islands, Honduras
Beautiful and unspoiled, Roatán is a peaceful, eco-tourist's dream, just 30 miles off the coast of Honduras. Teeming with marine life and home to some of the best pillar coral in the Caribbean, the pristine Honduran Reef is a diver's paradise. And the beauty of Tabyana Beach is always a sight to see.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Coxen Hole
Ship will DOCK or ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port. -
Time Zone
CST (Central Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -5 hours -
Language
The local language is Spanish. Say "how much does this cost?" in Spanish: "cuánto cuesta esto?" -
Currency & Shopping
Honduran Lempira (HLN)
Native craft - assortment of carved wooden items including bowls, masks, canes and children's toys. View our Port Shopping Guide -
Best Way to Get Around
Organized Shore Excursion for beaches and relaxation, kayaking, snorkeling, ziplining and more! Bus, Boat, tram, motorcycle and bicycles are available. -
Famous For
Roatán, the largest of the Bay Islands, is known as a diving and snorkeling mecca. Virtually its entire coast is fringed by diverse coral reef and tropical fish. -
Fun Fact #1
In the 16th and 17th centuries, the islands were home to more than 5,000 pirates and buccaneers, resulting in English being the predominant language on the islands. -
Tip
The name Honduras means "deep water"; its reef creates natural breakwaters and an ideal, calm pool for diving, fishing, swimming and sailing. After your day of adventure relax with an Island drink.