East End Tour (Mangroves, Punta Gorda, Port Royal) with Snorkeling Option

4.9 (17 reviews)4 h–5 hRoatánSightseeingCulture & historyFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 1:36 pm, 2 h 54 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 54 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. 8:28 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 4 h–5 h; we plan for 5 h. Latest sensible start: 10:22 am.
  4. 1:28 pm
    Tour ends8 min back to the pier
  5. 1:36 pm
    Back at the gangway2 h 54 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 8:28 am and be back at the gangway around 1:36 pm — 1 h 54 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 2:36 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

The meeting point is at the cruise pier or a short walk from it — the operator's own directions are written from Isla Tropicale (formerly Mahogany Bay Cruise Center). We allow 8 min to walk off and find them; usually no taxi and no transfer eating into your day.

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

Arguably one of the most popular tours in Roatan and definitely the most nature oriented one! We'll take you on a paddle boat (You won't have to paddle) to check out the mangroves at Oakridge, check out how some of the first settlers of Roatan live and dive into the clearest waters of Roatan. Get your bathing suit ready (optional) and jump into a natural ocean pool in the middle of the mangroves. There really are no words to explain it, you have to see it for yourself! This is definitely a must-see location in Roatan.

Private tour English, Spanish

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Boat Fees
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Food and Drinks

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Isery
    We're going to stop at this Pirate Ship in the main road for an excellent photo opportunity! On the road to the East End, we'll have a couple of more photo opportunities at spots with amazing views of the island!
    5 min
  2. 2
    Stop 2
    With Mangrove Options: Check out the mangroves at Oakridge, check out how some of the first settlers of Roatan live and dive into the clearest waters of Roatan. Get your bathing suit ready (optional) and jump into a natural ocean pool in the middle of the mangroves. There really are no words to explain it, you have to see it for yourself! This is definitely a must-see location in Roatan.
    1 h
  3. 3
    Stop 3
    With Port Royal Options: Rumors and mystery abounds when we start speaking of pirate treasure – especially around Port Royal, Roatan. During the 17th century, Port Royal was home to over 2000 pirates, with some 500 houses, even a church. Today, very little remains save for some rubble and ruins of cannon foundations on Fort Morgan Cay.
    2 h
  4. 4
    Punta Gorda
    With Punta Gorda Options: Learn about the The Garifuna community in Punta Gorda. Punta Gorda is located on the North East part of the island where you will be amazed by the views and the amazing cuisine! Here you can try "Giffity", a traditional Garifuna drink. If the time is right, we might presence their traditional Punta Dancing. Punta is a traditional dance that the Garifuna do to the rhythm of their drums! It's simply something else! You gotta see it! And if you dare, you can even join the dance!
    1 h
  5. 5
    Flamingo Cultural Center
    Here we're going to learn about the garifuna history, culture, heritage and community.
    10 min

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
We can pick you up right in front of the cruise port! We'll have a sign that says "Roatan Tour Guide Association" and your name on it!
We can pick you up right in front of the cruise port! We'll have a sign that says "Roatan Tour Guide Association" and your name on it!
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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveler reviews

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