Roatan Private Tour: Monkey, Sloth & Beach with Chocolate Factory

Chocolate, rum, animals and a reef beach in one afternoon

A private guided tour of Roatan that combines cultural stops with wildlife and beach time. You visit an artisan chocolate factory where cacao is processed bean-to-bar, walk through Mayan Eden Eco Park to see monkeys, sloths and macaws in a natural habitat, taste rums at a local distillery, and finish at West Bay Beach on the island's northern coast. The tour runs 3.5 hours with private transportation, a live guide in English or Spanish, and pickup included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Roatan's culture and nature

• Visit Mayak Chocolate factory
• Explore Mayan Eden Eco Park
• Tour Roatan rum company
• Relax at West Bay Beach

Stops and time spent at each 4 stops

1. Mayak Chocolate Entry included 40m
2. Mayan Eden Entry included 1h
3. Roatan Rum Company Entry included 40m
4. West Bay Beach Entry included 1h

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• entry to Mayak Chocolate factory with a bean-to-bar demonstration and chocolate tasting.
• entry to Mayan Eden Eco Park to see monkeys, sloths and macaws.
• rum tasting at the Roatan rum company.
• access to West Bay Beach for swimming.
• all fees and taxes.

Times

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• Every day 07:00 08:00 09:00

Information

Private guided tour of Roatan with chocolate factory, rum distillery, wildlife park and West Bay Beach: see monkeys and sloths in a natural setting.

Group Up to 100

Live guide English and Spanish

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included. See the pickup points

Ages Adult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Infant (under 5): free

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

Good to know

Low physical effort Stroller-friendly Infant seats available Public transport nearby

More information The pickup points, the operator’s instructions and every other detail are in the full listing. See the full listing

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The experience

The tour starts at Mayak Chocolate, a working chocolate factory where you watch the bean-to-bar process unfold, from raw cocoa seed to finished bar. It's a hands-on look at how the chocolate sold on the island is actually made, not a museum display. From there, the guide drives you to Mayan Eden Eco Park, where animals roam in a natural setting and you can spot monkeys, sloths and macaws without the enclosure feel of a typical zoo. The park is built around Mayan stone ruins, so the landscape itself carries history.

Next is the Roatan rum company, where you taste several varieties: Espíritu Vagante, Caribbean Coconut, Exotic Dark Chocolate, Island Spice, Tropical Mango and Decadent Rum Cream among them. Each rum has a distinct flavor profile, and the tasting is designed to be family-friendly. Only adults sample the spirits. The final stop is West Bay Beach on the northern coast, where the water stays between 78 and 84 degrees Fahrenheit year-round and the legendary coral reef is protected from wind and weather, making it one of the world's top diving and snorkeling spots. You have time to swim and rest before heading back.

Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is included, so there's no switching between minibuses or waiting for a group to assemble. The guide speaks English or Spanish and can adjust the pace to your interests. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (5 to 10 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What animals will I see at Mayan Eden Eco Park?

Mayan Eden Eco Park is home to monkeys, sloths and macaws that roam in a natural habitat. The park sits among Mayan stone ruins, so you're walking through both wildlife and archaeological landscape at once.

How does the chocolate factory tour work?

Mayak Chocolate is a working factory where you watch the bean-to-bar process: the entire journey from raw cocoa seed to finished chocolate bar. You'll sample handcrafted chocolate and learn curious facts about the cocoa seed itself.

What is West Bay Beach like for swimming?

West Bay Beach sits on the northern coast of Roatan and has a protected coral reef that keeps it calm year-round. Water temperatures stay between 78 and 84 degrees Fahrenheit, and the beach is known as one of the world's top diving and snorkeling destinations.

Is transportation included in this tour?

Yes, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is included, along with pickup. All fees and taxes are also covered in the price.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs 3.5 hours total, moving between the chocolate factory, wildlife park, rum distillery and beach with a live guide in English or Spanish.

Operated by Sandris Tours Roatan. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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