Snorkeling in Roatan: Sloth Park and Beach Break

See sloths and reef fish in one Roatan morning

A Roatan shore excursion combining three stops: a wildlife sanctuary where you see three-toed sloths, scarlet macaws and capuchin monkeys; a snorkeling trip to the coral reef with all gear provided and instruction included; and a beach break at West Bay with a day pass, chair, shower and restaurant access. The guide leads in English or Spanish and arranges your return to the port.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wildlife, snorkeling, and beach relaxation

• Visit sloth and monkey sanctuary
• Snorkel at coral reef
• Relax at West Bay Beach

The experience

The sanctuary is your first stop, where the guide walks you through to spot three-toed sloths alongside scarlet macaws, yellow-neck parrots and capuchin monkeys. You get time to photograph and learn about each animal before moving to the boat.

A ten-minute boat ride takes you to the coral reef at Christopher Place or West Bay Beach, depending on weather and your ship's arrival point. You enter the water with full snorkel gear (mask, fins, snorkel and wetsuit if needed), and instruction before you go in. The reef is where you spend your time in the water, moving at your own pace among the coral and fish.

After snorkeling, you head to West Bay Beach for the final stretch. Your day pass includes a chair on the sand, shower access, WiFi and a restaurant and bar where you can order food and drinks. You set the time to leave with your guide or driver, giving you control over how long you stay before heading back to the port. The whole excursion runs between three and five hours depending on how you pace the beach portion.

What’s included

Your excursion includes transportation to and from the ship, entrance to the wildlife sanctuary and the beach, all snorkel gear and instruction at the reef, and the West Bay Beach day pass with chair, shower and WiFi.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Friday5 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00

AgesAdult (4 to 85 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 45 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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Roatan Webster Tours

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can follow the commentary and ask questions in your preferred language throughout the sanctuary visit and snorkeling portion.

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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: 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.

What animals will I see at the sanctuary in Roatan?

The sanctuary is home to three-toed sloths, scarlet macaws, yellow-neck parrots and capuchin monkeys. Your guide shows you around and points out each species so you can photograph them and learn about their behavior.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join this excursion?

No experience is required. The operator provides all snorkel gear (mask, fins and snorkel), and gives instruction before you enter the water, so you can start from the beginning.

Where exactly do I snorkel, and how long do I spend in the water?

You snorkel at the coral reef at Christopher Place or West Bay Beach, chosen based on weather and which port your ship arrives at. A boat takes you about ten minutes out to the reef, and you spend your time there at your own pace before returning to the beach.

What's included in the West Bay Beach day pass?

The day pass gives you a chair on the beach, shower facilities, WiFi access and a restaurant and bar where you can buy food and drinks. You decide when to leave and tell your guide or driver so you get back to the port on time.