Activities

Don't dive? No problem. There is plenty to do on Roatan! Kayaking, Snorkeling, Lessons/classes/games, Aerobics, Bartending, Cooking, Dancing

Introducing the DFL Non-Diver Activity Coordinator
We will have an official Non-Diver activities coordinator who will create a schedule of activities for the week.

No Bubbles...No Troubles

At least one island vacation is on everybody’s before I die bucket list. It’s the go-to destination for unwinding, soaking in the sun rays and reclaiming “me time”. The curving 50km long and only 4km wide, Roatán is a diving, snorkeling, and fishing utopia. Fringed by an exceptionally diverse coral reef brimming with an abundance of tropical creatures, Roatán is the island destination of a lifetime. On land, it’s equally intoxicating with mountainous geography full of pine-forested hills, powder white sands, and the undisturbed natural countryside of the East End. As the largest of the Bay Islands of Honduras, wedged in between the Utila and Guanaja Islands, Roatan is the ideal location for quiet mornings, jam-packed afternoons, and romantic evening strolls along the beachfronts.

Roatán's Top Activities

Gumbalimba Park!

Carambola Botanical Gardens

Mayan Eden

Xocolati

Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum

Xocalati

The History of Xocolatl began in Mesoamerica. Fermented beverages made from chocolate date back to 450 BC. The Aztecs believed that cacao seeds were the gift of Quetzalcoatl, the god of wisdom and other cultures the food of the gods. Seeds once had so much value that they were used as a form of currency throughout the region, spanning from Mexico to the northern countries of South America and the Caribbean. Originally prepared only as a drink, xocolatl was served as a bitter liquid, mixed with spices or corn puree. It was believed to be an aphrodisiac and to give the drinker strength.

Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum

Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum is OPEN for PRIVATE TOURS only please contact to book in advance. Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum is home to Roatan's most exotic tropical gardens and some amazing hiking trails. Featuring the only commercial hydroponic lettuce farm in the Caribbean, exotic tropical fruit trees, large orchid collection, heliconia gardens and a conservatory with an indoor waterfall surrounded by lush tropical plants. Enjoy our pond with several varieties of aquatic birds. Breathe deep and take in nature at Roatan's tropical Eden covering over 150 acres.

Mayan Eden

Experience the joy of interacting with free monkeys and Ara macaws! Meet first-hand the Kinkajou, coati, ruatan agouti (unique in the island), toucans, spider monkeys and more! Love butterflies and hummingbirds? You can´t miss our Sanctuary! One of the biggest butterflies’ houses in Honduras, where we reproduce different species of butterflies native and non-native to the island. Discover the butterflies complex stages; immortalize their beauty as unbelievably gorgeous photos. Take stunning slow-motion emerald hummingbird flying videos, or be impressed by the beauty of our garden! Try our hanging bridge path or enjoy our 2.5 Km Zip-line at ~ 45 to 50 Km/h (31 m/h)! Our guides will ensure you get the video for your social media profile. Feel the air, impress yourself with a remarkable panoramic view and enjoy every second!

Popular Spots to Explore

Gumbalimba Park

Encounter playful monkeys, vibrant macaws, and iguanas in this lush, tropical park, where wildlife roams freely among jungle trails and gardens. Ziplining across the canopy and crossing a suspension bridge create an adventure-filled visit, while a Pirate Cave and man-made waterfalls add a touch of history and fun. Visitors say the park is great for families, cruise guests, and nature lovers, with a variety of activities, from snorkeling and kayaking to hiking and guided tours. Lockers and golf carts are available for convenience. Admission is required.

Carambola Botanical Gardens

From the garden, a path leads to the summit of Carambola Mountain. A comfortable twenty minute hike will take you to the top. Be sure to take your camera. Along the way you will see the majesty and grandeur of the lush tropical rainforest, keep your eyes peeled for the abundant wildlife. Upon reaching the top, sit and relax on the summit deck and enjoy Roatán’s most magnificent views.

Begun in 1985, the Gardens showcase a wide variety of exotic plants. Situated along the banks of “Mahogany Creek” bridges connect walkways that lead the visitor through areas of flowering plants, ferns, spices, fruit trees such as cashew, carambola and the very popular “chocolate trees”, hardwoods including the world famous Honduran mahogany, native orchids, heliconias, as well as other tropical plants.