ATV Safari and Horseback Adventure at Mahogany Bay

4.5 (44 reviews)3 hRoatánAdventureWildlife & natureFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 11:40 am, 4 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 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. Latest sensible start: 12:20 pm.
  4. 11:30 am
    Tour ends10 min back to the pier
  5. 11:40 am
    Back at the gangway4 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 3 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 11:40 am — 3 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 12:40 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 one of the shorter ones (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 combo pairs the serene beauty of riding horseback into the Caribbean ocean with the rugged thrill of conquering jungle ATV trails. At Tortuga Point, you'll experience one of the few places where you can ride a horse directly into a natural sea turtle breeding ground. Then shift gears and navigate wild terrain through hidden jungle paths, rocky creek beds, and iron shore coastline teeming with wildlife. Two completely different adventures, one unforgettable day.

Located just steps from both cruise terminals, we're locally owned with over 15 years of experience. Secure your spot today!

Max 15 per group English, Spanish

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Helmets, Goggles, ATV, Horse

Not included

  • beers, sodas, water. must be 21 to purchase alcoholic beverages
  • lunch and snacks

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Our team will meet you just steps from your ship. We're one of the closest adventure operators to both cruise terminals! Look for our guides in black shirts holding "Xplore Roatan" signs.
Our team will meet you just steps from your ship. We're one of the closest adventure operators to both cruise terminals! Look for our guides in black shirts holding "Xplore Roatan" signs.
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.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for anyone intoxicated by alcohol, drugs or any substance that can slower your reaction time.

Traveler reviews

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Operated by Xplore Roatan. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

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