Discover your slice of island paradise in Roatán, a dazzling island of white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters off the northern coast of Honduras. Spend your time unwinding along the idyllic West Bay Beach or snorkelling and scuba diving in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. You can also explore the lush jungle terrain of Gumbalimba Park, filled with capuchin monkeys, scarlet macaws, iguanas and more.
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Find the best hotels in Roatán to book your next epic beach vacation, complete with glass-bottom boat tours, kayaking mangrove adventures and scenic hiking trails through Carambola Botanical Gardens and beyond. You can also head to West End Village for a lively beach town experience filled with shops, restaurants and vibrant entertainment.
Roatán travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Spanish is the official language of Roatán. English is also widely spoken.
When to visit
For the sunniest weather, head there between December and April.
What to bring back
Local coffee, Batana oil, pottery, rum and handmade jewelry.
What to eat
Fried fish, conch soup, machuca (mashed plantain soup), baleadas (tortillas with beans), coconut bread and more.
Fun fact
This island was a popular base for pirates like Blackbeard during the 17th century.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
