Snorkeling Roatan: Second Largest Reef & Wildlife

Swim alongside scarlet macaws and sloths before relaxing on West Bay’s shores.

Snorkel the second largest barrier reef in the world from Roatan with a live guide in English or Spanish, equipment included, plus visits to a wildlife sanctuary for monkeys and sloths, a chocolate factory, a rum company, and free time at West Bay Beach. The tour runs five hours from port pickup to return.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wildlife, snorkeling, and beach relaxation

• Visit local wildlife sanctuary
• Explore chocolate factory and taste
• Taste premium rum cakes
• Enjoy panoramic island views
• Snorkel at second largest reef
• Relax at West Bay Beach

The experience

West Bay Beach is where the boat departs for the reef. The snorkeling itself lasts about an hour in crystal-clear Caribbean waters among coral gardens and tropical marine life. All equipment is provided. After you surface, the tour builds in time to rest on the sand or wade back into the water before heading inland.

Between the reef and the beach, the day includes stops at a local wildlife sanctuary to see capuchin monkeys, two-toed sloths, and scarlet macaws; a locally owned chocolate factory where you taste artisan chocolate; and a rum company serving premium rum cakes. You'll also visit the highest point of the island for panoramic views and see the colorful Roatan sign. An air-conditioned vehicle moves the group between stops, and your guide speaks English or Spanish throughout.

The tour meets you 20 minutes after your ship docks. If your ship runs late, contact the operator and they'll coordinate. The staff never leaves anyone behind. The full day ends back at port, giving you time to return to your ship or explore on your own.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• stops at a wildlife sanctuary, chocolate factory, rum company, and the colorful Roatan sign.
• visit to the highest point of the island.
• free time at West Bay Beach.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (6 to 95 years) · Child (1 to 5 years)

GroupUp to 30

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 6 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.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Let's See Roatan

Is this one for you?This tour works for families with young children and mixed groups, since everyone travels together in the air-conditioned vehicle between stops and the snorkeling itself is the centerpiece rather than a guided deep-water dive. The five-hour length fits a port day without rushing the reef time or the beach break.

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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: Child (1 to 5 years).

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 is the second largest barrier reef in the world like when you get there?

The reef off Roatan sits in crystal-clear Caribbean waters with vibrant coral gardens and tropical marine life throughout. The snorkeling portion lasts about an hour, and all equipment is provided so you enter the water ready to go.

What animals will you see at the wildlife sanctuary?

The sanctuary visit includes capuchin monkeys, two-toed sloths, and scarlet macaws in their natural habitat. You'll have time to observe and photograph them as part of the tour.

How much time do you get at West Bay Beach?

West Bay Beach is built into the tour schedule for free time after your snorkeling adventure. You can rest on the sand, wade in the water, or simply soak up the Caribbean setting before the return to port.