Roatán
Travel guide

Roatán

Bay Island diving paradise

🗓️ Best time: February–April💰 Budget · ~$90/day📍 Honduras

About Roatán

A Caribbean island off Honduras with the world's 2nd-largest coral reef on its doorstep — famously cheap dive certifications, white-sand West Bay, and friendly Garifuna culture.

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⭐ Things to do in Roatán

Dive certification (cheapest in Americas)West Bay BeachHalf Moon BayIguana FarmGumbalimba Park monkeysMary's Place dive siteEast End local cultureMahogany Bay

🍽️ What to eat in Roatán

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

BaleadasPescado fritoConch cevicheSalva Vida beer

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Rent a car; collectivos; walk West End.

💡 Local tip

Cheapest place in the world to get scuba certified — under $300 for full PADI.

🛡️ Safety

Tourist islands safe; mainland Honduras has higher caution.

🌙 Nightlife

West End Sundowners; Sundowner's Bar.

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