A Guide to Roatan Island Tour Exploring Monkeys and Sloths Hangouts

Have you ever dreamed of visiting a tropical paradise, full of immersive experiences connected with nature and adventures? Roatan Island in Honduras is a place that can fulfil all of these wishes, and more. Known as one of the Caribbean’s best spots and most visited destinations, Roatan is an unrivalled paradisiac setting perfect for families, nature lovers and adventurers. If you’re planning a visit to Comayagua or anywhere near Honduras, something you shouldn’t miss out on is the Island Tour exploring Monkeys and Sloths Hangouts. This is a one-day guided tour travelling from West End Harbour across the whole of Roatan and offering visitors a unique experience to get in contact with two of the island’s most iconic species: the white faced capuchin monkeys and three-toed sloths.

Overview of the island tour

The Island Tour across Roatan is perfect for nature lovers and viewing iconic and beautiful wildlife species such as monkeys, sloths and many more fascinating sea creatures. This guided tour will take you for an unparalleled experience with guided visits to other points of interest such as the Carambola Gardens, History Museum and seaside villages.

What to expect during the tour?

• Meeting at West End Harbour.
• Exploring Carambola Botanical Gardens.
• Visiting the Central Park Geography & Marine Museum.
• Exploring the Mangrove Jungle Reserve.
• Observing wildlife, including white-faced monkeys and sloths
• Catamaran ride along Anthony’s Key Harbour.
• Visiting remote seaside villages.

At the start, visitors usually gather in the mornings at West End Harbour. Here travellers meet their hosts and learn more about their journey. During this tour, experts will share with visitors fascinating facts about sloths’ behaviours and place them in a context with the touring group’s environmental interests. The tour takes you visiting many other stunning points of interest during the whole length of the tour, from the Carambola Botanical Gardens to the Mangrove Jungle Reserve that offers visitors an unparalleled experience to observe many beautiful sea creatures such as dolphins and manta rays. After exploring the Mangrove Jungle Reserve, this guided tour will take you towards Anthony’s Key Harbour, where tourists board a catamaran ride that continues visiting magnificent remote seaside villages located in other corners of this stunning island. At some point during the tour, visitors are also taken to view some specific areas known to be hangouts for white-faced capuchin monkeys and three-toed sloths. These areas have been studied over time and have been identified as habitats of these iconic species. It’s worth keeping in mind however that they are hard to spot and that on very rare occasions guests might not encounter them if they are running from view or hiding on tall trees. Nevertheless, this should not stop you from enjoying the full beauty of this guided tour along some of Roatan best spots. In my personal opinion, this guided tour is really worth it even if you don’t see any animals as well as for nature-lovers and people who are seeking for a mesmerising exploratory journey across this magnificent Caribbean Island that offers a unique combination of breathtaking natural views with cultural experiences.

How much does the Island Tour cost?

The cost of the Island Tour exploring Monkeys and Sloths hangouts vary depending on what package visitors opt for, in general it cost around (USD$75) per visitor, which is quite inexpensive compared to some other guided tours around Roatan. This cost usually covers up to (6 hours) guided visits to Carambola Gardens, History Museum, Mangrove Jungle Reserve, Anthony’s Key Harbour, catamaran ride and visiting seaside villages as well as visiting some specific hangout areas for white faced capuchin monkeys and three toed sloths. This price also usually includes lunch provided by local restaurants.

Booking and availability

It is recommended to book your Island Tour at least (10 days) in advance due to availability constraints. You can book your tour through a website such as GetYourGuide where you can opt for the different packages that fit your interests and budget better. The website also includes tools to make bookings easier such as currency exchange calculator, payment options policies and travel advisories so that you can safely plan your journey across Roatan Island. As a final step, making sure that all plans are in order before travelling, it is important to check up any restrictions and advice according to public health measurements imposed by local government due ongoing pandemic scenarios such as COVID-19 pandemic situations in order to ensure safety protocols are followed during your visit.

Conclusion

Overall, this island tour is the ideal option for nature lovers, adventurers and seeking a unique glimpse into some of Honduras finest gems; from Carambola Botanical Gardens and Central Park Geography & Marine Museum to unforgettable views of white faced capuchins monkeys and three toed sloths hangouts. All of this at relatively affordable prices and with the help of GetYourGuide’s tour booking system where you can find the best package that fits your budget and interests better. So, don’t hesitate any longer and start planning your breath-taking journey across Roatan just now! Click here to book your Island Tour Exploring Monkeys & Sloths Hangouts.