Snorkeling in Roatan from Jonesville Point: Pigeon Cays

Snorkel Pigeon Cays' coral reefs teeming with colorful fish, then relax on the beach with local lunch.

Snorkel the coral reefs around Pigeon Cays and the East End from Jonesville Point in Roatan, Honduras, with a live guide, all equipment and a local lunch included. The boat departs Jonesville and crosses turquoise water to reach the reefs, where you enter the water to see the marine life up close. After snorkeling, you beach on the island to eat and rest before the return trip.

Step-by-step itinerary

Roatan East End and Pigeon Cays tour

• Start from Jonesville Point
• Travel across turquoise waters
• Explore Pigeon Key island
• Snorkel coral reefs
• Relax on the beach
• Enjoy local lunch

The experience

The tour leaves Jonesville Point and heads across the water to Pigeon Cays, where the coral reefs sit in shallow, clear water. You'll use snorkeling equipment provided on the boat (mask, fins and snorkel) to move through the reef and watch the fish and coral formations at your own pace. The guide stays with the group and points out what to look for, speaking English or Spanish depending on the booking. The water is warm and the reefs are close to shore, so most of the snorkeling happens in a small area rather than a long swim.

After an hour or two in the water, the boat brings you back to Pigeon Cays beach, where you'll have time to rest, dry off and eat a local lunch. The island itself is quiet and tree-lined, a place to sit in the shade or walk along the sand between the water and the vegetation. Soda, water and alcoholic beverages are included throughout the day, so you're not paying extra for drinks on the island or the boat.

The whole outing runs six to seven hours from start to finish. Hotel pickup is included, so you don't arrange your own transport to Jonesville Point. The operator handles that part. The tour suits all fitness levels and infants can come along if they sit on an adult's lap during the boat ride.

What’s included

• Tour guide in English or Spanish.
• snorkeling equipment including mask, fins and snorkel.
• soda, water and alcoholic beverages.
• local lunch on the island.
• hotel pickup.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

3 options

Roatan Port Royal & Cow & CalfGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeSnorkel gear is included. Guests must list their hotel, resort or rental home for vehicle pickup to our launch dock in Jonesville town. Private tour: pickup and round-trip transportation are included unless guests prefer their own transportation. Duration: 5 hours; tours usually run 4 to 6 hours on average, including beach time and snorkeling and swimming. Open bar and snacks: snacks, beer, soda, fruit, chips and refreshments. Guests may bring any extra food or drink. We accommodate buses, minibuses, vans and SUVs. Pickup is included.

Roatan Pigeon Cay & East EndGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeSnorkel gear is included. Guests must provide their hotel, resort, rental home or villa so we can arrange pickup to our launch dock in Jonesville town. Private tour: pickup and round-trip transportation are included unless guests prefer their own transportation. Duration: 5 hours; tours usually run 5 to 6 hours on average, including beach time and snorkeling and swimming. Open bar and snacks: fruit, chips, beer, soda, water and refreshments. Guests may bring any extra food or drink they like. We accommodate buses, minibuses, vans and SUVs. Pickup is included.

Roatan Public East End CharterGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeAll-inclusive charter: we stop at a local establishment where guests can buy lunch during the tour. Snorkel gear is included. Please provide your hotel, resort, rental home or villa so we can offer transportation options. Shared and open tour: pickup is not included, but we can arrange round-trip transportation unless guests prefer their own. Duration: 5 hours; tours usually last 5 to 6 hours on average, with beach time and snorkeling and swimming. Open bar and snacks: snacks, beer, soda, fruit, chips with dip, rum punch and refreshments. Guests may bring any extra food or drink they wish. Buses, minibuses, vans and SUVs are available.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

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.

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 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Jamie and Jason

Is this one for you?Book this if you're snorkeling from a boat and want the guide to choose your reef stops and timing, rather than planning the route yourself.

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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 are the coral reefs around Pigeon Cays like when you get there?

Pigeon Cays' reefs are shallow and close to the beach, with colorful fish and coral formations visible from the surface. The water is calm and clear, making it easy to see the marine life without diving deep.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear or is it provided?

All snorkeling equipment (mask, fins and snorkel) is provided on the boat, so you don't need to bring your own or rent it separately.

What happens if I don't want to snorkel the whole time?

You can spend as much or as little time in the water as you want. After snorkeling, you beach on Pigeon Cays to relax, swim in the shallows or walk around the island while you wait for lunch and the return trip.

Is lunch included in the price?

A local lunch is served on Pigeon Cays beach as part of the tour. Soda, water and alcoholic beverages are also included throughout the day.

Which departure option should I choose?

The tour offers three options: Pigeon Cay & East End (snorkeling at both locations), Public East End Charter (shared boat to the East End reefs), and Port Royal & Cow & Calf (different reef sites). Pick based on which reefs and islands appeal to you. All three include the guide, equipment and lunch.