Roatan Private Snorkeling Tour & Chocolate Rum Tasting

Summary

West Bay Beach Coral Reef & Local Flavors Experience

Get ready to snorkel Roatan’s West End coral reef with a local guide, sample fresh chocolate at a working factory, and taste island-made rum and cakes—all with easy pickup and comfy transport. Expect hands-on moments and Caribbean views you’ll remember long after heading home.

What’s the experience like?

We were already half-soaked from the salty air by the time we reached West End, masks dangling from our wrists. Our guide—Carlos, I think—handed out snorkels and just grinned, “You’ll want to remember these colors.” He wasn’t kidding. The coral reef here is wild—parrotfish flashing by, a sea turtle gliding under us like it owned the place. I kept losing track of time, just floating and watching sunlight flicker on the sand below. Honestly, I didn’t expect to feel that peaceful with so many fish darting around my ankles.

After rinsing off (and trying to get sand out of my shoes), we ducked into this tiny chocolate factory. The smell hit first—warm, almost spicy cocoa—and then someone handed me a piece straight off the slab. We learned how they make everything right there; it’s all local beans and you can taste it. I probably ate more samples than I should’ve. Then it was over to the rum factory across the street—loud laughter from a group at the counter, trays of little glasses lined up for tasting. The coconut rum was my favorite, but those rum cakes? Dangerous. There’s also this lookout spot behind the building where you can see all the way down to West Bay Beach—the breeze up there is something else.

On our way back toward port, Carlos pulled over at that big ROATAN sign everyone takes photos with. It felt cheesy at first but honestly? Now that picture’s one of my favorites from the trip. If you’re looking for a private snorkeling tour in Roatan that mixes in real local flavors (and doesn’t rush you), this one’s got it figured out.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Snorkeling and Factory Visits

• Snorkel at West End Coral Reef
• Chocolate factory tour and tasting
• Rum factory tasting and photos
• Climb Lighthouse for island views
• Photo stop at ROATAN sign

Top questions

Is snorkeling equipment included on this Roatan private snorkeling tour?

Yes, all necessary snorkeling gear is provided as part of your booking.

How long do we spend at each stop during the tour?

You’ll snorkel for about an hour, visit both the chocolate and rum factories for around 25 minutes each, plus photo stops along the way.

Are hotel or port pickups available for this tour?

Pickup is included from your hotel or cruise port in an air-conditioned vehicle for convenience.

Is this tour suitable for families with young children?

Yes, families are welcome—infants can ride in strollers or on laps, and service animals are allowed too.

What’s included

Your day covers pickup from your hotel or cruise port in an air-conditioned vehicle, use of all snorkeling equipment at West End’s coral reef, entry fees for both chocolate and rum factories (with plenty of samples), plus time for souvenir shopping and scenic photo stops before heading back relaxed and full.