Is West Bay Beach Roatan free?
Is West Bay Beach Roatan free?
Yes, all the beaches are free, access to West Bay is mentioned above. Over the years there have been challenges about just how much sand is public, many of the resorts have ropes up now.
How do you get from West Bay Beach to Roatan on a cruise?
Getting to West Bay Beach West Bay Beach is approximately a 30 minute drive from the Roatan International Airport and Port of Roatan cruise ship terminal. Allow about 45 minutes to drive from the Carnival Cruise Ship Terminal (Mahogany Bay). Taxes are available (see taxi fare chart on the Getting Around page).
How do I get to West Bay Beach?
West Bay Beach is approximately a 30-45 minute taxi ride from either the Coxen Hole or Mahogany Bay Cruise Ship piers. You can take a taxi, however we decided to take the local mini bus from Coxen Hole to West End and water taxi from West End to West Bay Beach.
Are there sloths in Roatan Honduras?
The Roatan Sloth tours occur at various locations on Roatan. Two of the best sanctuaries are located near French Harbour. AJ’s Monkey and Sloth Tour is the newest sanctuary to be build the one closest to Little French Key.
Are there sharks in Roatan?
Roatan and the Bay Islands are one of the few places in the world that visitors are able to see whale sharks year-round. They are protected by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources and the CITIES Agreement.
Is West Bay Roatan safe?
Roatan is a long, skinny island. The more touristy parts of the island (on the west end) are the most populated and there is safety in numbers. Sandy Bay, West End, and West Bay are the safest parts of the island. Avoid walking alone at night, or even on the beach with your loved one when darkness descends.
What can you do in Roatan on your own?
Top Attractions in Roatan
- Little French Key. 3,872. Beaches • Nature & Wildlife Areas. Open now.
- West Bay Beach. 3,352. Beaches.
- Gumbalimba Park. 1,386. Parks.
- Mahogany Bay. 207. Beach & Pool Clubs.
- Maya Key. 544. Beaches.
- Manawakie Park. 173. Zoos.
- Half Moon Bay. 236. Bodies of Water.
- Carambola Botanical Gardens & Trails. 323. Gardens.
What is West Bay Beach known for?
West Bay Beach is known as being Roatan’s finest beach, primarily for its ample diving and snorkeling opportunities—more on that later—but what many people often overlook, is that West Bay Beach is a world-class beach for so many other reasons.
How long is West Bay Beach?
Here the mighty Chesil Beach – 18 miles long, born from landslides that eroded after the last ice age around 20,000 years ago – finds its western end. In summer the shingle hosts the sound of laughter and the smell of BBQs.
Are there monkeys in Roatan Honduras?
They are not indigenous to Roatan, but they are to Honduras. The original four monkeys were owner-surrendered pets, and we could see why monkeys don’t make good pets.
Are there crocodiles in Roatan Honduras?
Roatan Amphibians. There are approximately 36 amphibian species on Roatan. This includes the Hawksbill sea turtle which is also endangered. There are crocodiles, about six species of frogs, and several lizard species on Roatan. There is also a snake species both venomous and nonvenomous.
