Discover the lost Caribbean in Roatan with a shore excursion to Tabyana Beach, a place where coconut, grape, and almond trees converge with a seemingly endless white sand beach and the clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean. Enjoy a swim in the beautiful water, take a stroll on the beach, kick back and relax as you listen to live Caribbean music. When you’ve worked up an appetite there’s hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, beans & rice, cole slaw, watermelon, pineapple, papaya, lemonade and iced tea waiting for you. At Tabyana Beach, it's all about relaxation, natural beauty and a whole lot of fun!

Sample a flight of beers at a brewery that infuses many of their beverages with tropical flavors. On the way there, you will pass through one spectacularly scenic area after another while learning about the island’s history as a hideout for pirates. You may also see orchards bearing some of the fruits that Roatan Island Brewery uses in its beers. An introductory tour will demonstrate the brewing process step by step, so you will come away with a thorough understanding of how these uniquely flavored beers are produced. A dozen beverages are typically on tap and you can select four of the ones that sound most intriguing for your tasting. You might try a citrus-flavored IPA, a mango-infused pale ale and a non-alcoholic soda made with soursop, a fruit that tastes like a blend of various tropical flavors. The beverages will be paired with locally made sausages, pretzels and mustards for dipping.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy an insider’s tour of a brewery that infuses many of its beverages with tropical flavors.
• Sample a flight of freshly brewed beers and non-alcoholic beverages of your choosing.
• Take in the gorgeous tropical scenery as your travel to and from the inland brewery.

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

When you're this close to the second largest reef system in the world, snorkeling is at is best. Tabyana Beach is the only place in West Bay where you can literally walk off the beach and get to the reef channel within 70 feet. Whether a beginner or experienced, snorkelers can see a variety of marine life in the warm, clear turquoise waters. Discover the lost Caribbean here where coconut, grape, and almond trees converge with a seemingly endless white sand beach and the clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean.

Enjoy the strains of live Caribbean music and the cooling trade winds as you relax in paradise. When you’ve worked up an appetite there’s hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, beans & rice, cole slaw, watermelon, pineapple, papaya, lemonade and iced tea waiting for you. At Tabyana Beach, it's all about relaxation, natural beauty, and, of course, a whole lot of fun!

OVERVIEW

Gain an understanding of Roatan’s natural wonders, wildlife and Garifuna culture before relaxing on the beach at a waterfront resort. Few adventures offer such diverse experiences. While cruising through French Harbour, you will learn about the many environment benefits of the mangroves that blanket the shore. Among them is providing shelter for water birds. You may spot species such as pink-breasted roseate terns in the mangroves, but you will enjoy a much closer look at Roatan’s fauna at a nearby animal sanctuary. Capuchin monkeys, tree-dwelling sloths and scarlet macaws are the star attractions as they are wildly entertaining to observe. The traditional dances and songs of the Garifuna people are also captivating as you will discover during a special performance at the Las Palmas resort. A tasting of casabe bread, which the Garifuna make from manioc roots, adds more cultural texture. Afterwards, feel free to relax however you please on the resort’s beach.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise through French Harbour while learning about the mangroves that line the shores.
• See monkeys, sloths, macaws and various other species up close at an animal sanctuary.
• Watch a Garifuna folkloric performance and sample casabe bread, a staple of the culture.
• Relax on the beach at Las Palmas resort and swim in the sea if you wish.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Settle in for a spectacularly scenic drive that includes the north and south coasts of Roatan before enjoying free time at the beach. From the top of the appropriately named Panorama Hill, you will be treated to a magnificent view of Coxen Hole and your cruise ship. You will then follow a route through the interior of the island to the Eco Caribbean Culture Park, where you might meander the natural paths that wind through the gardens and delve into the history of the Paya Indians, the island’s original inhabitants. You may also learn about Captain Henry Morgan, the Welsh-born pirate that supposedly hid out Roatan in the late 1600s. For an understanding of the present-day culture, you will likely see a demonstration of how coconuts and cashews are processed. Afterwards, you will spend a few relaxing hours on a beach at Pirates Bay, where you will be free to do whatever you please.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy a wonderfully panoramic drive around the island, stopping for photos along the way.
• Become immersed in the culture and history of Roatan at the Eco Caribbean Culture Park.
• Spend time relaxing on a gorgeous stretch of beach on the island’s southern shore.

Your tour begins as you board your bus for a ride through the beautiful landscape of Roatan Island. See the locals at their daily activities in Coxen Hole, the commercial district of the island. Visit the best arts and crafts store of Roatan Plaza Mar -the store is handicapped accessible. Stop at one of the oldest Methodist churches on Roatan for a photo opportunity, where your guide will share the local island history with you.

Drive up the top of “El Mirador”, the highest point of Coxen Hole Harbor and enjoy a great view of the island’s beautiful coastline. At the Rum Cake Factory, you’ll sample the sweet cakes and then enjoy a refreshment at the Gio's Restaurant. From there, your drive takes you through the hills of Roatan to the West End to admire the architecture and beautiful homes of Sandy Bay.

Your adventure begins at the cruise ship pier, where you’ll be met by your Captain and crew. After a scenic 30 minute bus transfer get ready to board your waiting 60 foot, modern, sailing catamaran. After a short safety briefing, you’ll set sail along the scenic coast of Roatan in stunning turquoise Caribbean waters. During your sail to the snorkeling point, you’ll be fitted with your snorkeling equipment and given safety instructions. There is plenty of room to stretch out on the forward sun deck and ample comfortable shaded seating. There’s also a bar serving soft drinks and purified water before snorkeling. After approximately one half hour, you’ll arrive at the snorkeling point.

Snorkeling here is about the best the Caribbean has to offer. Enter the crystal clear, warm water, via the center stair case. Get an up close view of beautiful living coral and a large variety of tropical reef fish. All levels of snorkeler's, novice, intermediate and advanced snorkeler's will enjoy this site. Your snorkel guides will direct you to the best areas and make sure you are comfortable. After all snorkeling is finished (approximately 60 minutes) you’re invited aboard to enjoy unlimited rum punch, rum drinks, fruit punch, soft drinks and a rotisserie roast chicken lunch with rice, pasta salad, cabbage salad and fresh fruit in season. Kick back and relax, listen to Caribbean music as you sail to the disembarkation point for your return transfer to your ship, approximately 30 minutes. One of the crew will accompany you back to the ship and be happy to answer any questions about Roatan & Honduras. Feel free to take home complimentary local Honduran currency as your souvenir and free digital photographs taken while onboard your tour.

Take a bus ride from your ship to the West End. After a brief orientation, you’ll receive your mask, fin snorkel and snorkel vest. Jump into the beautiful waters of Half Moon Bay to explore this colorful underwater world and the variety of fish in Roatans first Marine Park. Before heading to your kayaking experience, enjoy a great lunch including fresh fruits and quesadillas, as well as water, lemonade and iced-tea all day.

After a briefing on kayaking and after receiving your life preserver, take a kayak trip down to West Bay where you’ll stop on the beach. You can take a swim or go on a nature hike and visit a banana plantation. You’ll have shopping time in West End village at the end of your trip.

Enjoy the thrill of a 12-line canopy adventure with magnificent views of the Caribbean Sea! Your day of adventure begins at the pier when you’re greeted by your friendly guide. Board your air-conditioned transfer for a 25 minute drive through towns and villages on the island. Your guide will share with you important information about the culture, nature and people of Roatan.

Upon arrival to the South Shore Canopy site, you’ll be geared up with safety equipment, receive a safety briefing and then have your first photo opportunity. Once everyone is geared up and familiar with the safety regulations, you’re ready for your adventure. The longest run is 1,300 feet, the highest point is 100 feet, and the total line length is about 2 miles. The tour will take between 60 and 90 minutes to complete, after which you ‘ll have some free time for photos and souvenir shopping before heading back to the pier.

Soar through a tropical forest on two exhilarating zip-lines and enjoy a meandering walk through the jungle on a nature trail with towering suspension bridges.

After departing from the pier, you will take a leisurely drive through the emerald-green countryside to the area’s only extreme adventure park. Upon arriving, you will learn how to maximize your experience during a brief orientation.

You can then participate in three different activities, each thrilling in its own way. You may begin by strolling through the jungle canopy, much of it along suspension bridges and wooden boardwalks. From this vantage point high above the jungle floor, you can expect to see splashes of colorful flowers clinging to vine-draped trees, chirping tropical birds flitting through the air, and creatures such as iguanas and lizards perched on the branches.

A more adrenaline-pumping adventure awaits you on the zip line, which involves sitting in a harness and darting through the treetops from platform to platform. It will be absolutely exhilarating as you pass over trees and through pathways cut out of the dense foliage at heart-pounding speeds. You will be treated to a literal bird’s-eye view of the gorgeous tropical landscape below so don’t blink because it will go by fast.

For the ultimate thrill, try the Zuperman Zip. It is the area’s only forward-facing zip line with a special harness that allows you to fly through the air headfirst like Superman. Afterwards, you will return to the pier in Roatan.

These horses will immediately put you at ease. The ride begins on an off-road trail from which the beautiful blue Caribbean Sea comes into view. When you reach the end of the trail, ride your horse right into the waters of the Caribbean Sea. The horses love a refreshing dip in the sea and you will love the thrill of the experience.

After the horseback riding, enjoy two hours of relaxing on a lounge chair and experience one of the best (and private) Caribbean beaches on the island.

A variety of drinks and food are available for additional purchase.

Experience the ultimate thrill on your own underwater motor scooter. The Breathing Observation Submersible Scooter, BOSS is the most thrilling way to explore the aquatic world. No scuba diving experience necessary and you are the driver! Your tour begins as you board the bus for a scenic drive to Ocean Connections’ dive facility. Here, you’ll board a 52-foot custom-built power catamaran for a cruise out to a beautiful reef.

Featured on the Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and the Today Show, BOSS is designed to allow you to breathe normally while you drive underwater and experience the undersea world. Dive instructors and certified dive masters will guide you along the way, pointing out the abundant aquatic life and other wonders of the Caribbean Sea.

If you choose, you can also snorkel or simply relax on the boat and soak up the Caribbean sun. Complimentary snorkeling equipment is provided. This is a truly unique underwater experience.