Bodden's "Best of Roatan" Private Tour...
There
are so many things to see and do in Roatan, Honduras. Tell
us what you what interests you and we will treat you to a
day exploring Roatan.
Look
through the photos from recent tours and read our reviews to find fun things to see and do. We are "yours"
for the day -- we strive to make your trip to Roatan memorable.
There's lots to do, let us create a special tour just for
you.
Each
of our vehicles is air conditioned for your comfort -- our
fleet has vehicles which can comfortably accommodate up to
16 passengers. Your safety is our number one priority, so
each vehicle is equipped with seat belts and other emergency
equipment. Tours of more than 16 can be accommodated, please
contact us for details!
If you are travelling with an infant that requires a car seat, please feel free to bring it with you from the ship. Fold-up wheelchairs can be accomodated in most of our vehicles, please let us know if you will require the extra room when you request availability.
"Best of Roatan" Private Tour
and a Private Guide/Vehicle for your entire day on Roatan:
- Tour Duration: Up to You! But, rest assured, we'll get you back to your ship with plenty of time to spare.
- 2
Guests - $40 per person
- 3
Guests - $30 per person
- 4
or more Guests -- $25 per person
Quick List of our "Best of Roatan" Private Tour Upgrades/Activities
Rates Shown are Per Person, unless indicated otherwise
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Enjoying
the Zipline experience at the Mayan Jungle Canopy
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The
Mayan Jungle Canopy Zipline -- $45 per person (in addition to your Best of Roatan tour
rate.) The Mayan Jungle Canopy features 12 zips (including a 509-foot zipline across a
scenic valley) and 2 suspension bridges. This zipline features
the latest in safety equipment including a dual-pulley/dual-cable
system (3/8" diameter galvanized aircraft cable) and
brand new Petzl safety harnesses, helmets, carabiners and
pulleys. Petzl is the leading supplier of zipline safety
equipment throughout the world. You will zip from tree platform
to tree platform through tall jungle trees, across meadows
and from hillside to hillside. This zipline will not require
riders to self-brake themselves to control their speed as
others on the island do, and highly-trained guides will
accompany each individual group down the course. (Some ziplines
merely pass a group of zippers from guide-to-guide located
at each station, at the Mayan...one guide will go with your
group the whole way down the course.) Plus, get a free,
unlimited access to visit Victor's monkeys with your Zipline
tour purchase!
Nice
Suspension Bridges at the Mayan
Jungle Canopy
Note:
Ziplines, by their design, can be physically demanding --
Persons with neck, back, joint, or heart problems, or other
serious illness are advised not to participate. It is the
responsibility of each participant to discuss concerns with
the various zipline operators before their tour. For more
information, contact the zipline company operators directly.
Snorkeling
Off the Dock at Half Moon Bay
Photo from Stephanie & Brent (January 2008)
- Half Moon Bay/West End -- Enjoy lots of shopping, dining opportunities and bars along this unique "diver's community". West
End beach access, snorkeling, beach chairs, restrooms, shower,
etc. are available at no charge at Half Moon Bay.
Sunset over Half Moon Bay in West End Village
Richard
knows the best places to snorkel
- Offshore Snorkeling/Glassbottom Ocean Explorer -- $15 per person*. Travel by glass bottom boat to the best snorkeling reef off the
beaches of Roatan. You will truly be amazed by the trip to see Blue Channel! Enjoy
your time snorkeling the reef (or just "Snorkel from your Seat" if you prefer), before returning to
meet your Bodden Tours land tour guide. Expect to see Brain
coral, Pillar Coral, Elkhorn Coral, Staghorn Coral, Lettuce
Coral, Yellowtail Snappers, Parrot Fish, and lots more at Blue Channel!
*Snorkeling
equipment is NOT provided, so please feel free to bring your own (rental equipment
is available for an additional $5 per person.)
"Snorkel from your Seat" with Richard's Ocean
Explorer Glass Bottom Boat
- Roatan Tropical Butterfly Garden -- Home of tropical butterflies and birds in a delightful tropical garden. With pleasant walkways, shaded benches and tropical trees of all types, this is a great relaxing stop during your day on Isla Roatan -- $7 for adults/$5 for children under age 10.
- Carambola Botanical Gardens and Nature Trails -- an eco-friendly tour showcasing nature at it's finest! Meander the hiking trails to the summit of Carambola Summit and take in the breathtaking beauty from high above Roatan Island. Guided tours, or self-paced tours, Carambola Gardens is truly an unforgettable experience -- $6 per person (ages 7 and up) or $10 per person for a guided tour.
On the "Daytime Tour" from El Rancho Barrio Dorcas
The showroom at Stone Castle
- Stone Castle Cameo Factory -- Visit the Stone Castle and watch owner Franco Tammaro and other carvers as they create intricate designs on shells from the sea. For the Tammaros, an Italian family of painters and sculptors, cameo carving has been a tradition since 1851.
From small cameos, to large carved conch shells, this jewelry store in Gravel Bay is truly a unique treasure.
There's no price for admission, but the experience of seeing the ancient art of cameo carving, and the works of art in progress will be priceless.
Carved Conch Shell at Stone Castle Cameo Factory
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Victor Bodden's Monkey Business -- A Unique Animal Interaction! Visit
the Monkeys and other animals (anteater, turtles, parrots,
parakeets, deer, etc.) at Victor's house -- $5 per person.
A great photo opportunity for children and adults, hold
the spider monkey's yourself, let them climb on your head
and shoulders. By having this stop as a "Bodden Tours
Exclusive", you will be able to spend as much time
as you like with the monkeys! A once in a lifetime photo
opportunity. (Free unlimited access to Victor's monkeys
if you sign up for the Mayan Jungle Canopy zipline!)
Take Lots of Photos with the
Monkeys
Nedenia's Mayan Stone Massage at Spa Baan Suerte!
Sherman
Arch's Iguana Farm
- West Bay Beach -- The most beautiful beach on Roatan, featuring the whitest, softest sand you'll ever encounter! There is no sea grass or rocks and the waves are calm due to the reef just off the shore of the mile-long beach.
West Bay Beach is lined with resorts, restaurants and bars. Water activity equipment, rentals of clear bottom kayaks, canoes and jet skis, beach umbrellas, beach loungers, etc. are all available on this beautiful beach which features FREE beach access, if you just want to sit, relax and enjoy Island Time! The resorts rake the beach daily and spray an enviornmentally-friendly insect repellant nightly to help keep your visit bug/mosquito free! Even with these safeguards, it is best to spray a little insecticide during your visit...and don't forget the sunscreen!
Some
beach resorts on West Bay beach charge a day-use
fee which includes use of their beach chairs, restrooms,
showers, etc., if you are interested. Your driver will be able to inform you of
the pricing, as it tends to change! These beach resorts are capacity-controlled to allow maximum enjoyment by all of their guests.
The BananramaDive Eco-friendly Resort located on West Bay Beach
- Offshore Fishing Experience -- $70 per hour.
Join
our experienced Roatan fishing guides who have been fishing
the waters off Roatan Island since childhood. They know the
best spots to catch the biggest fish...Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Barracuda,
Tuna, Marlin, Jacks, Grouper and Snapper. Our guides know
when and where the fish are "running", so let us
show you the hot spots!
All
fishing equipment, as well as transportation to and from your
ship, will be provided. Due
to boating regulations, we are limited to a maximum of 6 people
on this tour.
Enry
and Victor get the "Barracuda" ready for another
Fishing Trip
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