Roatan Honduras Cruise Port
is located in Honduras, however, it is a separate and doesn't see the same violent crime that could be seen on . You will likely visit it on the .
is known for great and eco-tourism, however, it does have many beautiful beaches. There is a lot to see and do if your stops in .
Where will my dock?
ships from Royal , , and few others usually arrive at Coxen Hole, except for ships and sister companies that arrive in . Depending on which you arrive you will either be docked in port or get to the port via tender boat. Coxen Hole has a lot of shopping opportunities in port along with tour operators offering their services. Additional taxis are available outside of the port area (and tend to be a bit cheaper).
Important information
The official language of is Spanish, however, most people in Creole English. Most of the people you will encounter in tourist areas will speak English. US dollars are widely accepted. There is no consolidated emergency number in . The phone number for the National police is +504.9440.0320 and the number for medical health region is + 504.8820.2444. The weather is warm year-round, however, you are more likely to experience rain in January. However, rain doesn't usually last all day, but you need to be prepared just in case it rains.
What to do in
port has a number of shore excursions that you can take. Obviously, like in many islands, you can spend a day at the . Aside from multiple beaches, there are opportunities and . My favorite is visiting sloths and monkeys. You can also take an with many small tour companies. If you are traveling on a , , or ship, you will arrive at their private area called which offers a (free) and multiple activities and entertainment. don't even have to leave the area, however, you may still want to go on a to explorer the .
Getting around
is a small . For the easiest way to get around is either by a taxi (which is easily accessed outside of the ) or by choosing a tour company. Based on the prices of taxi companies, we found it a lot more convenient (and possibly cheaper) to hire a tour company. We had great luck with Bodden Tours. We have chosen a “Best of Tour” where you have a vehicle and a driver for the whole day in port. With that your driver will take you anywhere you want to go. On both trips to , we visited Victor Bodden's Money business (for monkey and sloth encounter) which is only an additional $5/person. The pricing for it is around $25/per person with 4 or more guests. After visiting or touring an the driver can take you to the and back to the ship at the end of the day. Another option is to rent a car in port which would give you a bit more freedom to move around. One thing to keep in mind when renting a car in a different country, you want to make sure you are aware of their traffic laws and if anything were to happen this may delay your departure from the . If you do decide to drive, make sure you are covered with your insurance.
beaches (including free options)
If you are looking for a , offers a few cheap and free options. is beautiful also offers a variety of activities like and . You will usually find easy transportation in the . This does tend to get busy when many ships are in town.
Another great and more secluded option is Camp Bay . Camp Bay is located on the east end of . It's very secluded and far away from the port or a resort. Since not many people know about it, you will be far away from the crowds.
Another option is . It is located on the of . You can book with them directly or book a to the directly on the ship.
Finally, Little French Key is a club that offers a loungers, restroom,s and shower access. The cost is around $59 and does not include food/drinks or water activities.
Shopping
If you looking for shopping, might be a great sport to start. This area offers many shops, restaurants, and bars. It is located about 20-minute drive from or 35 minutes from ()
Other things to do in port
You can visit that offers multiple trails and encounters with wildlife. The entrance cost to the park is $30/person. Since this is offered on a , you might have many other with you in that park.
Victor's Monkey and Sloth Sanctuary ($5/person if you are using Bodden Tours) probably the most memorable place in at least for me. I know if you are traveling with kids a visit with monkeys and sloths will be the highlight of your . Keep in mind if you want to interact with Sloths, you would have to visit this place in the morning.
Canopy ($45/person with Bodden tours)
Iguana Farm ($15/person) – if you love Iguanas, this might be an amazing opportunity for you to experience them up close. This place is located in the .
and – is a part of Mesoamerican and if you enjoy or want to , you can experience marine life during your vacation. Even if you didn't bring your scuba gear on the ship, you can stop by a to get your equipment rented.
Visit – this area has multiple resorts and restaurants. You can also partake in a horseback ride through the area. Remember that you may want to wear long pants if you plan on doing horseback riding.
Looking for something more unique? Visit for things like Dolphin Encounter($45/person), horseback riding ($15/per person), or even golfing (9 Holes package $75 and 18 holes $145).
To sum up
is a beautiful that offers many things to do. To make your trip easier you may want to book with a tour company and decide ahead of what thing you would like to do on your . I don't recommend booking any trips through your company as you will have a lot more money booking directly with vendors.
