Roatán Private Tour: Sloths, Beach, Rum & Chocolate

Sloths, rum, a beach break, and the island's most photographed sign in one afternoon

A private tour of Roatán built around your schedule, with stops at the sloth park for close wildlife viewing, the colorful Roatán Letters landmark, local rum tastings, and West Bay Beach for swimming. Your guide speaks English or Spanish, pickup is included, and the tour returns cruise passengers on time.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. West Bay Beach1h
2. Roatán Cruise Ports1h · entry included

Explore Roatán's highlights and wildlife

• Visit vibrant Roatán Letters for photos
• Enjoy rum tasting at Roatan Rum Company
• Sample local rums and shop
• Relax and swim at West Bay Beach
• Observe sloths and monkeys up close

The experience

The day starts at the Roatán Letters near Coxen Hole, the bright hand-painted landmark set against a scenic overlook where every traveler stops for photos. From there you head to the Roatan Rum Company, perched on the ridge between West End and West Bay with a 180-degree view of the Caribbean. You'll taste a variety of artisanal rums (Dark Chocolate, Tropical Mango, Island Spiced, Coconut), and see the oak barrels where the spirit rests for one to five years. A second rum stop lets you sample locally made blends and browse bottles to take home.

The beach break happens at West Bay, where turquoise water and white sand give you time to swim, relax, or simply sit with the view. Snorkeling near the reef is an option if you want it. The sloth park comes last, a guided wildlife encounter where you observe sloths and monkeys in a natural setting, along with parrots and other native species. Your guide shares facts about the animals' behavior, habitat, and care as you photograph the moment.

The tour runs 4 to 5 hours total, with the remaining time built in for travel between stops. Your guide is a local who speaks English or Spanish, pickup happens from your hotel or cruise port, and the return is timed so cruise passengers make their ship.

What’s included

• Snacks are provided.
• pickup from your hotel or cruise port is included.
• a live guide fluent in English and Spanish leads the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 10:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Senior (66 to 85 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Roatan Tours Specialist

Is this one for you?The tour moves at a relaxed pace with stops built for photos, tastings, and beach time rather than long walks, so it suits anyone who wants to see the island's highlights without rushing. If you're arriving by cruise ship, the on-time return guarantee means you won't miss your departure.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What is the Roatán Letters and why do people stop there?

The Roatán Letters is a colorful hand-painted landmark near Coxen Hole, set on a scenic overlook with panoramic island views. It's the standard photo stop on the island, and the tour includes time to capture photos and explore the vistas.

Can I swim and snorkel at West Bay Beach during this tour?

West Bay Beach is included as a relaxation stop with turquoise water and white sand. Swimming is part of the break, and snorkeling near the reef is available if you choose to do it.

What kind of rum will I taste, and is there a chance to buy bottles?

You'll sample artisanal rums at the Roatan Rum Company (flavors include Dark Chocolate, Tropical Mango, Island Spiced, and Coconut), and taste locally made blends at a second rum stop. Both locations let you purchase bottles to take home.

How close can I get to the sloths, and what else might I see at the wildlife stop?

The sloth park is a guided, close-viewing experience where you observe sloths and monkeys in a natural, relaxed setting. You may also see parrots, birds, and other native species while your guide explains their behavior and habitat.

Is this tour suitable for cruise passengers, and will I make it back to my ship on time?

Yes. The tour is designed for cruise passengers with guaranteed on-time return to the port. Pickup is included from the cruise terminal, and the 4 to 5 hour duration is built to fit your ship's schedule.