Roatan Ziplining: West Bay Beach Day Pass & Adventure

Pick your own mix of beach, wildlife and adrenaline at West Bay

A half-day activity in Roatan where you start at West Bay Beach, one of Central America's top beaches, with access to Paradise Beach Resort's pool, chairs and ocean. You choose what happens next: zip line through the jungle canopy, visit Gumbalimba Park to walk hanging bridges and see macaws and monkeys, take a guided snorkel tour, or simply swim and sunbathe. A live guide in English or Spanish is included, along with air-conditioned transport and resort facilities.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Gumbalimba Park2h · entry included
2. West Bay Beach3h · entry included

Beach day with optional stops

• Optional stop at island viewpoint
• Optional rum tasting and view
• Visit Gumbalimba Animal Sanctuary
• Relax at Paradise Beach Resort
• Optional stop at Flowers Bay neighborhood

The experience

What makes this different is the choice itself. You're not locked into a set itinerary. You book a day pass to West Bay Beach and then decide on the spot or at checkout whether to add the zip line, the animal sanctuary, a snorkel tour, or skip the extras and spend the whole time in the water and on the sand. The operator handles transport from your hotel, and the base package includes access to Paradise Beach Resort's amenities (beach chairs, showers, bathrooms, bars and restaurants), so you're not scrambling for facilities once you arrive.

If you choose the zip line, you're flying through jungle canopy above the beach itself, not on some distant course inland. Gumbalimba Park, the optional sanctuary stop, sits on the same island and includes hanging bridges through the jungle, an insectarium, jungle trails, and close encounters with macaws, monkeys, iguanas and turtles. The operator notes it's the top family destination in Roatan. A private guided snorkel tour is also available if you want instruction and gear sorted for you, or you can rent snorkeling equipment and explore the reef on your own: West Bay's snorkeling is ranked among the world's best, and it starts just offshore.

The day runs three to five hours depending on what you add. Transport is included, the guide speaks English or Spanish, and the vehicle is air-conditioned. On rare days when Paradise Beach's day pass sells out, the operator books you into Mayan Princess instead, which they rate as the same quality. Infants and small children can come along, and the activity suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel and an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• entrance to Paradise Beach Resort.
• access to beach chairs, showers, bathrooms, changing rooms, bars and restaurants.
• WiFi and security during the day.

Options for this experience

6 options

Access for the day at Paradise BeachGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeBeach Pass: Unwind on West Bay Beach at Paradise Beach Resort, where you can enjoy all the facilities, beach chairs, wifi and more. Pickup is included.

Day Pass and Snorkel GearGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeSnorkel Gear Rental: We drop you off at Paradise Beach Resort equipped with snorkel gear, ready to explore the reefs. Pickup is included.

Day Pass and Guided Snorkel TourGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeGuided snorkel tour through the reef channels of West Bay, swimming all the way to the Drop, which is one of our favorite tours. Duration: 2 hours. Pickup is included.

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Visit the Sanctuary and Day PassGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeAnimal Sanctuary: Includes entry to the animal park and a beach pass at Paradise Beach Resort. Pickup is included.

Day Pass+Sanctuary+SnorkelGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeDay Pass, Sanctuary and Snorkel: Includes the day pass at Paradise Beach, entry and a walking tour at Gumbalimba Park, and the guided snorkel. Duration: 5 hours. Pickup is included.

Sanctuary, Zip-line and Day PassGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeZiplining Adventure: Take on the full experience and complete the zipline challenge, with the animal sanctuary available as an optional add-on. Duration: 4 hours. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 to 90 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 42 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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Roatan Tour Guide Association

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to build your own day rather than follow a fixed schedule. The base package is the beach and resort facilities. You add zip lining, wildlife, snorkeling or nothing at all depending on your mood and energy that day. Families with small children can come along, and all fitness levels are welcome.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

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.

Can I zip line and still have time to swim at West Bay Beach on the same day?

Yes. The half-day format runs three to five hours total depending on which add-ons you choose. If you book the zip line option, you'll fly through the canopy above the beach, then return to Paradise Beach Resort to use the pool and ocean for the rest of your time.

What is Gumbalimba Park like if I add the animal sanctuary to my day?

Gumbalimba Park is an animal sanctuary where you walk hanging bridges through jungle trails, visit an insectarium, spot turtles in a pirate cave, and spend time with macaws, monkeys and iguanas. The operator describes it as Roatan's top family destination and includes history and culture of the island as part of the experience.

Do I have to decide on add-ons before I book, or can I choose them when I arrive?

You pick your options at checkout: zip line, animal sanctuary, snorkel tour, snorkel gear rental, or none of the above. The base package is the day pass to West Bay Beach with resort access. Everything else is optional and priced separately.

Is snorkeling included, or do I need to rent gear?

Snorkeling is not included in the base day pass. You can rent snorkeling gear and explore the reef on your own, or book a private guided snorkel tour as an add-on. Both options are available. West Bay's snorkeling starts just offshore and is ranked among the world's best.

What's included at Paradise Beach Resort once I arrive?

Your day pass gives you access to beach chairs, showers, bathrooms, changing rooms, bars and restaurants at the resort. You can use the jungle pool or swim in the ocean. The resort sits right on West Bay Beach.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

Yes, private transportation from your hotel is included, along with an air-conditioned vehicle and a live guide in English or Spanish.