Roatán Beach & Island Escape

  • Trip Type
  • Romantic
  • Length
  • 9 Days / 8 Nights
  • When to Go
  • Feb-June; August-October

  • Palm-studded Caribbean beach bliss

    Gear down into island time in one of our favorite Caribbean escapes – the island of Roatán. Ease yourself into barefoot luxury on Roatán’s east end in a treehouse hideaway on an active jam farm near the Garifuna village of Punta Gorda. Here, you’ll spend a few days with your toes in the sand. Then, head for the western end of the island to split your remaining time between two beautiful beachfront resorts. You’ll set sail for the blissful tropical uninhabited Cayos Cochinos islands, to explore the incredible reefs and crystal clear waters that this little pocket of the world is known for, and indulge in some well-deserved R&R and a heavy dose of romance. Trust us, this beach getaway is one you won't soon forget.

    Trip Highlights

    • Lush jungles & deserted beaches
    • Exploration of Roatán’s little-visited east end
    • Ocean kayaking & stand up paddling
    • Night snorkeling with specialist guides
    • Sailing & snorkeling of the uninhabited Cayos Cochinos

    similar trips per person from:

    $2,900.00 low season (May - Oct)
    $3,005.00 high season (Nov - Apr)
    prices vary based on departure season.


    At a Glance

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    • Day 1: Punta Gorda, Roatán - Arrival

      When you touch down in Coxen Hole, you’ll be met by your driver and whisked away east on a scenic one-hour drive along Roatán's coastline to the quiet Garifuna village of Punta Gorda. Check into your spacious, treehouse suite at Marble Hill Farms for the evening and enjoy some well-deserved R&R after your travel day.

    • Day 2: Punta Gorda - Powdery palm-studded Camp Bay Beach

      Today, experience what Robinson Crusoe may have felt like as you explore the longest virgin beach on the island – over 2 kilometers of white coral sand and turquoise water – Camp Bay Beach. Far from the crowded west end beaches, you could spend a whole day here without seeing another soul. Spend a day splashing in the azure surf, wandering the beach, catching some rays, and enjoy a tasty local lunch at the famous La Sirena de Camp Bay overwater restaurant before returning to Marble Hill for the night.

    • Day 3: Punta Gorda - Couples' massage & candlelit dinner overlooking the ocean

      Spend the day at leisure today – paddle board or kayak, play in the surf, or take a tour of the gardens and learn about the farm’s sustainable practices, followed by a tasting of Marble Hill’s most beloved jams and jellies – hibiscus, mutton pepper, mango, guava and more. In the afternoon, return to your suite for a luxurious in-room couples’ massage, followed by a romantic ocean-view dinner for two.

    • Day 4: Punta Gorda to Sandy Bay, Roatán - Explore island shores by kayak

      After breakfast, transfer to the beautiful Puerta Azul Hotel in Sandy Bay on the island’s west coast, where your oceanfront bungalow awaits. Check in, and spend your day relaxing, recharging, and reconnecting with one another. If you’re craving a little more excitement, make your way to West End Village, a mini-metropolis full of bars, restaurants, lounges, scuba operators and souvenir shops. The town also boasts Half Moon Bay, a perfectly crescent-shaped palm-studded beach well worth a visit. As night falls, the village becomes a flurry of activity, with many bars and eateries offering happy hours and live music.

    • Day 5: Sandy Bay - Set sail for the beautiful, deserted archipelago of Cayos Cochinos; stop to snorkel the reef along the way, and discover a world of wonder beneath the waves

      Today, you’ll have the opportunity to experience a picturesque, yet little-known archipelago off the coast of Honduras. Discover colorful reefs at two unique snorkeling spots along the way and indulge in a delicious lunch of barbeque chicken, grilled fish, pineapple salsa and an array of mouthwatering sides. Drift past remote private islands and Chachauate, the only inhabited cay in the archipelago, home to a small indigenous Garifuna village. Find your spot and settle in to watch the sun dip low in the sky, signaling another perfect day in paradise.

    • Day 6: Sandy Bay - After dark deep sea treasures on a night snorkeling adventure

      After a relaxing day of white sand and turquoise seas, tonight you’ll experience the ocean like you’ve never seen it before! If you love snorkeling, this adventure can’t be missed. Don a mark and some fins and dive in. You’ll use a dive light to see a whole different side of the reef, when nocturnal creatures come out to play – fish, octopus, seahorses, shrimp, and much more. At the end of the snorkel adventure you’ll turn out all of the lights, and if you’re lucky, you’ll have the chance to see the island’s famous “String of Pearls” in the distance, an effect created by luminescent shrimp. Imagine tiny strings of light, each a small glowing beacon – like a star – floating in the sea.

    • Day 7: Sandy Bay to West Bay, Roatán - Retreat into luxury

      After breakfast, transfer to the exclusive upscale Ibagari Boutique Resort, located on a semi-private beach halfway between West Bay and West End. Check into your stunning ocean-view suite and get a taste of the sweet life with a champagne toast at sunset.

    • Day 8: West Bay - A parting glimpse

      After a relaxing final day at island speed, enjoy a private candlelit dinner with an ocean view at Ibagari’s deliciously upscale Luna Muna Restaurant, where you’ll enjoy classic flavors, tasty tropical cocktails and a farm and sea-to-table menu that features fresh ingredients chosen daily.

    • Day 9: West Bay - Departure

      After a final walk down the beach, transfer to Roatán’s international airport to begin your journey home.


    Accommodations

    What's Included?

    Your trip includes everything you want & need, plus a few surprises along the way. Unique, unforgettable destinations; tours with local experts; authentic local cuisine; lessons, demonstrations & new cultural insights; more adventure than you can handle; blissful relaxation; romantic touches; and a feeling of total freedom. ROAM takes care of everything so that you can enjoy a hassle-free journey without worrying about a thing.

    • Airport pickup
    • All hotel accommodation
    • 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
    • Detailed maps and trip preparation guide
    • All special events and tours
    • All vehicle and regional air transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
    • All baggage transportation
    • All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service

    Know Before You Go

    • Itinerary prices are dependent on season of departure. Christmas, New Years and Easter (Semana Santa) are peak season, and prices during these periods are significantlky higher than other times of year. High season runs from November through April, and green season from May through September.

    • Arrival: hotel check-in times are at 3:00pm, but you may arrive at any time during the day. If you arrive prior to the scheduled check-in time, we will arrange for early check-in wherever possible.

    • Departure: hotel check-out times are at 9:00am. International flights on your departure day should be arranged to depart after 1:30pm.

    • All prices in USD.

    • For vaccination recommendations, please visit the CDC website.

    • For American, Canadian, and British citizens, a valid passport with 6+ months remaining is required for entry to Honduras.

    • Debit cards may not work in Central America, but most establishments accept major credit cards.

    • Please ensure you have immediate access to a minimum of USD $250 as an emergency fund to be used if circumstances outside our control (e.g. a natural disaster) require changes to your planned route.

    • If departing Honduras by air, most major airlines include exit taxes in the price of your airfare. If not, you must play L880 (USD $40) in departure tax at the airport. When you check in for your flight, the agent will let you know if payment is required.

    • It is customary to tip service providers (waiters) around 10% depending on service. Tipping taxi drivers is not required.

    • Gratuities for guides and drivers are deeply appreciated, and provide an important supplement to their income. If you are pleased with the tour services you've received, a guideline for tipping in Central America is USD $8-10 per person per day for multiple-day tours, or USD $5-10 per person for day tours.


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    Getting There

    From North America: several airlines offer direct and connecting flights to Honduras’ three international airports: Toncontín International Airport in Tegucigalpa (airport code: TGU), Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport in San Pedro Sula (airport code: SAP), and Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport in Roatán (airport code: RTB). As our itineraries depart from Honduras' north, please arrange flights into and/or out of the airports in either San Pedro Sula, or Roatán. Including connection time, flights from the USA typically range from 2.5-9 hours in duration, while most flights from Canada range from 9-15 hours in duration.

    From the UK: there are currently no direct flights to Honduras from the UK, but there are several flight options connecting in the United States and/or Canada. Including connection time, flights from the UK typically range from 12-18 hours in duration.


    When you arrive in SAP or RTB, there will be an airport transfer waiting to take you to your first destination. If you have questions about flights, or require assistance booking, please contact us here. We're here to help!

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