French Cay Semi-Submersible Experience

OVERVIEW

Observe the wonders underwater while cruising off the village of French Cay in an air-conditioned semi-submersible. The vessel offers the visibility of a glass-bottom boat but with more comforts. Instead of looking down to see the marine life, you can look straight out the windows, which will offer panoramic views of the ever-changing parade of tropical fish that inhabit the barrier reefs. You can expect to see brightly colored species such as parrotfish, Atlantic blue tangs and angelfish. Afterwards, you can browse the beachfront straw market as a prelude to visiting the island’s first coconut plantation. You will see firsthand how these versatile, hard-shelled fruits – which botanists refer to as one-seeded drupes – are harvested for products ranging from cooking oil to cosmetics. Similarly, you will delve into chocolate-making at a plantation that grows the source cacao beans and processes them into a variety of artisanal products, some of which you may sample.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Behold Roatan’s bountiful marine life from the comfort of a semi-submersible vessel.
• See how coconuts are harvested and processed for a variety of products.
• Gain insight into how artisanal chocolate is made on Roatan and enjoy a sampling.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.