Roatan Island Tour and Animal Sanctuary with Private Driver

A full day on Roatan with your own driver, moving between animals and island stops at your pace

A private, full-day tour of Roatan with your own driver and guide in English or Spanish, stopping at animal sanctuaries to interact with monkeys, sloths and birds, plus optional island sightseeing and shopping. Transportation and a local non-alcoholic drink are included. Entrance fees, meals and gratuities are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private island tour with animal encounters

• Meet private driver guide
• Enjoy local non-alcoholic drinks
• Visit monkeys, sloths, and birds
• Stop for shopping and sightseeing
• Interact with tropical animals

The experience

You get a private driver and guide for the full day on Roatan, which means the itinerary bends to what you want to see. The tour centers on animal sanctuaries where you interact directly with monkeys, sloths and tropical birds, but optional stops for island sightseeing and shopping can be arranged on the fly. Transportation around the island and a local non-alcoholic drink are included. The guide speaks English or Spanish.

The day runs 4 to 5 hours, long enough to visit multiple sanctuaries and move between stops without rushing, but short enough to fit around flight times or other plans. Because it is private, you are not waiting for other groups or following a fixed schedule: the driver adjusts timing and routing based on what holds your attention. Wheelchair-accessible transportation is available, and the tour works for families with infants and small children, who can ride in a pram or stroller.

Entrance fees to the sanctuaries, lunch, additional drinks and gratuities are not included, so budget for those separately. Hotel pickup is included in the tour.

What’s included

• Transportation around Roatan.
• a private driver and guide for the full day in English or Spanish.
• a local non-alcoholic drink.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Roatan Fun Tours

Is this one for you?The private driver means you set the pace and choose which sanctuaries to linger at, so a day that works for mixed interests (some people want close animal time, others prefer island stops) stays together without compromise.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What animals will I interact with on this Roatan tour?

The tour focuses on monkeys, sloths and tropical birds at animal sanctuaries on the island. You interact directly with these animals rather than viewing them from a distance, and the guide can arrange additional stops depending on what interests you most.

How long does the private Roatan tour last?

The tour runs 4 to 5 hours, giving you time to visit multiple sanctuaries and island stops without the day feeling rushed or overbooked.

Is hotel pickup included in this Roatan tour?

Yes, hotel pickup is included. Your private driver will collect you and return you at the end of the day.

Can I arrange stops other than the animal sanctuaries?

Yes. The tour is designed to be flexible, so optional stops for island sightseeing, shopping or other activities can be arranged during the day based on your interests.

What is included and what costs extra on this tour?

Transportation, a local non-alcoholic drink and the guide are included. Entrance fees to the sanctuaries, meals, additional drinks and gratuities are not included and should be budgeted separately.

Is this tour accessible for families with young children or people with mobility needs?

Yes. The transportation is wheelchair accessible and all surfaces are accessible. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.