Day Pass @ Paradise Beach + Optional Gumbalimba Animal Sanctuary and/or Zip Line

5.0 (1 reviews)3 h–5 hRoatánSightseeingAdventureFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 1:40 pm, 2 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 50 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Roatán20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 8:30 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 3 h–5 h; we plan for 5 h. Latest sensible start: 10:20 am.
  4. 1:30 pm
    Tour ends10 min back to the pier
  5. 1:40 pm
    Back at the gangway2 h 50 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical Roatán call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs up to 5 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 1:40 pm — 1 h 50 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 2:40 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

The operator picks up at the cruise port (it is on their pickup list), so the trip to the start point is part of the tour. We allow 10 min to walk off and find the pickup; look for the ground-transportation area outside Isla Tropicale (formerly Mahogany Bay Cruise Center).

Among the 400 Roatán shore excursions we track, this is about average in length (the median runs 4 h); 97% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Roatán call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

This half day tour is the perfect way to enjoy the day at one of the most amazing beaches in the world, West Bay Beach! Simply breathe, take in the sun, swim in the turquoise clear waters and relax at the beach. We take you to Paradise Beach Resort, Fosters or Bananarama in West Bay Beach where you will be able to use the facilities including the beach chairs, showers, bathrooms, etc. You can hang by the beautiful pool, jump in the ocean or sunbathe at the beach, you can choose anything in paradise!

This tour is customizable & you can choose between many options. Sometimes, day passes run out at Paradise Beach & in this rare case, we will take you to Mayan Princess, which is at the same level of quality! We got you!

If you want to get into an adventure or exploration, we give you the options to visit the animal sanctuary and complete a zip line adventure on this tour. We can also set you up with snorkeling gear and even a private guided snorkeling tour.

It’s all really up to you!

Private tour English, Spanish

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi and Security
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to the resort in West Bay Beach
  • Access to Beach Chairs, Showers, Bathrooms, Changing Rooms, Bars, and Restaurants

Not included

  • Towels are not Included
  • Food and Drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1
    El Faro
    Optional Stop: This is the perfect photo opportunity between West End and West Bay! You can see both sides of the island from one of the highest peaks in Roatan. The view is simply amazing.
    10 minAdmission not included
  2. 2
    Roatan Rum Company
    Optional Stop: Learn about rum, make your own rum, try the rum, buy rum cake and other goodies! Take in the amazing view of the entire West End of the island from their deck.
    15 min
  3. 3
    Gumbalimba Park
    One of Roatan's top tourist attractions! Full of nature and color, this animal sanctuary is an amazing place for the whole family! This is the top family destination in Roatan. You will learn about the history and culture of Roatan, visit an insectarium, walk through jungle trails and hanging bridges, spot turtles, enter a pirate cave, and hangout with macaws, monkeys and iguanas. Get ready for one of Roatan's most amazing experiences.
    2 hAdmission included
  4. 4
    West Bay Beach
    We're going to take you to one of the best resorts in West Bay Beach, Paradise Beach Resort. The resort itself is gorgeous and has amazing views all around, including the breathtaking view from their jungle pool a few steps away from the clear waters of Roatan. West Bay beach is arguably the best beach in Central America, its simply marvelous. Here you'll have access to many activities, attractions, restaurants and much more. Some of the best snorkeling in the world can be experienced a couple of strokes right off West Bay Beach. If you come to Roatan, going to West Bay is a must.
    3 hAdmission included
  5. 5
    Stop 5
    Optional Stop: This is an area where you can see how the locals live and check the beautiful neighborhood of Flowers Bay. A lot of the houses here are right on the water on stilts. Here, we'll get a chance for another photo opportunity or two! Taking a photo at the official Roatan Sign is a must!
    5 min

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
You will have to walk outside the Port's main gate/exit. It's a small Port and everyone will be walking out that way. Once you exit, our tour guide will be there with a sign that has our name (Roatan Tour Guide Association) and logo (Red Hibiscus Flower).
You will have to walk outside the Port's main gate/exit. It's a small Port and everyone will be walking out that way. Once you exit, our tour guide will be there with a sign that has our name (Roatan Tour Guide Association) and logo (Red Hibiscus Flower).
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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