Top 10 Cultural Tours in Bay Islands, Bay Islands

November 19, 2021 Franklyn Hardiman

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly island vacation, consider the Bay Islands. Each one appeals to different travelers—Roatan’s the most developed (but still not as built-up as, say, St. Thomas), Guanaia’s rustic and Utila’s in between. All three have great dive spots and beaches.
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1. Discover Roatan - Visiting the different cultural villages of Roatan!

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Tour includes driver in an airconditioned, modern van with a bilingual driver and guide/ Stops along the way for photos on the highest point for beautiful photos of the different colors of the ocean. This tour is the best way to understand the different cultures we have to offer while exploring the local villages Optional stop for lunch in the Garifuna village of Punta Gorda for a local Garifuna lunch or in the touristy town of West End for a local fresh seafood lunch or the tipical Honduran plate (Baleada) where you will eat like a local. Lunch and drinks not included. Their will be time for shopping (in the local village of West End) and swimming on Roatan's most famous beach (West Bay) which is the most beautiful beach of Central America. Swimsuit is recomended plus extra cash for shopping and food and drinks. This tour is done at your own pace, with your guide and driver. It will be our pleasure to show you our beautiful island.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food, Drinks, Entrance fees to park

Reviewed By glnelson

Joshua was great. what an enjoyable trip. cannot recommend 2ks enough. thank you for the great time.

2. Roatan Culture Excursion VIP

Honduras, Honduras Roatan Escape Tours
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Your Excursion begins with a drive through the town of Coxen Hole, which is the capital of the island. Next, along the main highway, we will show you the highlights the island has, such as ship wrecks, local towns, new developments. we can stop at Animal parks (Sloths & Monkeys Hangouts). we will be your Baby sitter on this excursion, With a smile on our Face.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By geographyMS

The port is a little hectic, but Gabriel and team did a great job locating us and getting us to the right place. Roatan is in the process of improving their roads, so it was a little congested at times (no one's fault), but Gabriel did his best to get us to our destination as quickly as possible so that we could enjoy ourselves! We learned a lot of things about the island on our way, and he even played some Memphis/Nashville songs when he found out where were from. It was a beautiful place and we definitely plan to return. Thanks, Gabriel!

3. Roatan Culture and Highlights Tours

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Caban Excursions will give you the in-deep experience of Roatan Culture and History with breath taking views of our beautiful island

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Reviewed By 627ondrejk

We had a great time with Angel. We did Island tour with him and used him for all the transportation we needed. Angel is a really nice guy and super knowledgeable, he also is a really good driver. He made the Island tour based on the places we wanted to see and also added couple of special places. If you go to Roatan, we would totally recommend to use Angels services, you will simply have great time and won't regret it.

4. Shore Excursion: A View of Roatan

Roatan Anderson Tours
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Enjoy your visit to the island of Roatan with your very own personal guide who can help you design your day. Allow your guide to assist in helping planning your itinerary in advance or design your trip when you arrive. A little bit of exploring and a little bit of fun, this tour of the island is full of adventure. Whether you enjoy relaxing on the beach, exploring the shops and restaurants, visiting unique attractions, or splashing in the surf with various water sports, this Roatan excursion has it all. Your tour guide will help by providing you with fascinating information about Roatan unique history and culture and help you choose from the many options available for spending the day. Visit any number of scenic outlooks for amazing panoramic views or visit fascinating attractions such as an iguana farm, a monkey/sloths park or many other sights. Whatever interest you, your guide will help you choose the best options for experiencing the island. Snorkeling available for an extra $15

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, No extra cost for any additional stops

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Yvetteviaroatan

We had a wonderful day in Roatan with our guide Chapin. Chapin was very informative and very friendly. We had a blast ziplining and Chapin was with us the whole making us feel safe and comfortable. The snorkling was amazing thanks to Chapin who pointed out all the beautiful sea creatures. We would highly recommend this tour and do it with Chaplin he will make your day.

5. Xplor Roatan highlight tour

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Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Roatan on a full day tour of the island picturesque destination. Enjoy the island picture perfect views, get a full in-depth cultural and cultural history like stories about our beautiful home, which includes Indians, slaves, invaders, pirates, buried gold, and a charming blend of cultures. Sample the local artisan chocolate and admire the unique jewelry, arts, and craft made by the local islander of the region. Visit the various communities around the island like the bustling town of Coxen Hole, admire the flowers bay culture and its various traditional home, visit the picturesque seaside town that is West End Village, Visit the Garifuna village of punta gorda on the cultural side of the island and more. This fun-education tour will teach you about Roatan captivating history, culture, arts, food and fauna.

Inclusions: Round Transportation, Island Tour, Cameo Factory, local snack (a baleada or a pastelito) with your choice of water, soft drink or fruit juice at stop, Stop at Roatan various high points, Visit to various communities, Visit to chocolate factory, Visit to the gift shop

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By gooser79

This experience was AMAZING! The guide was very knowledgeable & friendly! I would do this EVERYTIME I visit! GREAT experience, especially for the price!

6. Make your day, Your way Roatan city freestyle tour

The Roatan Experience
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Relish your visit to the island of Roatan, your personal guide will help you design your day doing the things you love to do, start of with an island tour, your guide will provide you with fascinating information about Roatan unique history and culture, visit the shops or restaurants full of Roatan culture, go to the amazing picture perfect panoramic views on the island, explore all that Roatan has to offer. Whether you enjoy relaxing on the beach, zip lining through the jungle, meeting the sloths at the sloth and monkey park, enjoy our local museums, botanical gardens, iguana farm, Roatan has much attraction to choose from. Special Note This tour is a make it up as you go tour, The chauffeur and transportation are yours for the entire day so visit any activities you would like your local guides/chauffeur are available to help you plan your day. Local attractions entrance fee are not included and it’s possible the attractions will cost a fee.

Inclusions: Island Tour, Private transportation, Gift shops visit, Bottled water

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Reviewed By gooser79

This experience was AMAZING! The guide was very knowledgeable & friendly! I would do this EVERYTIME I visit! GREAT experience, especially for the price!

7. Roatan Cultural, Historical & Development

Let's Go Roatan Tours
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I've been working on the tourist industry since I was 9 so I can say, have lot of this experience in the field, and I really enjoy talking about the island history, our rich cultural diversity and Roatan island development. I'm Driver Tour Guide, was working at Gumbalimba Park from 2008 till 2016, before that, other jobs, I've been involve in translations, customer service at a computer store (Paradise Computers) 2004 - 2006, (maintenance, fix and repair), land care, diving, snorkeling tour, zip-line tour guide and animal sanctuary tour guide for 7 years. While we're exploring the island, I will suggest other optional activities you can do on the way.

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Reviewed By missallyn

Elias was our tour guide for our cruise stop in Roatan. We booked through Facebook and messaged through Whatsapp. Elias was in constant communication with us during the morning of our arrival, as we encountered a delay in docking due to a brief thunderstorm which passed through. We visited Manawakie Park, the Chocolate Factory & Rum Company, then enjoyed a delicious lunch at Ginger's. You will not find a more experienced or knowledgeable guide than Elias! We were so thankful to experience Roatan with Let's Go Roatan Tours!

8. Zip Line, Monkeys & Sloth, Snorkeling + Chocolate And Rum Tasting

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This “Mega Combo” includes a trip to the Monkey & Sloth sanctuary, the zip line adventure, a visit to the chocolate and rum factory, it also includes shopping, snorkeling, a stop at the “I Love Roatan” sign for photos, sightseeing and the best of all your own private driver/guide for the day. When all the fun and activities are over, you can end your day by relaxing on the beach.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

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Reviewed By Companion288749

The young girl who was my guide did an Amazing job. If I knew for sure her name, I would ask for her every time. She was wonderful and made me feel safe. She took very good care of us. The Excursion was Amazing as well. The best one of the trip!!

9. Shore Excursion: Daniel Johnson Monkey/Sloth Hang-out and City Tour

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A Monkey/Sloth Sanctuary and a City Tour is perfect for all age family’s and couples looking for something less touristic do on the island and don’t want to be off the ship for long. We meet you outside your cruise terminal to take you over to the monkey/Sloth Hang-out to get up close to the animals to photograph and learn about the different species of animal on the Island. Followed by a city tour where you will hear and learn about the rich history of the Island, which includes Indians, slaves, invaders, pirates, buried gold, and a charming blend of cultures, people and languages. You will pass through several of the villages including Coxen Hole, Barrio Los Fuertes and French Harbor, the second-largest town on the island. You will also stop and see the shipwreck and some your shopping on the way. After that you will head up on one of the highest points on the the island for stunning views over the hills covered with green lush vegetation and the blue ocean view before heading back.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance to the Park, Private driver and guide

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Reviewed By Yvetteviaroatan

We had a wonderful day in Roatan with our guide Chapin. Chapin was very informative and very friendly. We had a blast ziplining and Chapin was with us the whole making us feel safe and comfortable. The snorkling was amazing thanks to Chapin who pointed out all the beautiful sea creatures. We would highly recommend this tour and do it with Chaplin he will make your day.

10. Shore Excursion: Roatan East End Sightseeing Tour

Roatan Anderson Tours
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Enjoy a 5-hour panoramic motor-coach ride that will take you to see small fishermen villages, then stopping at a panoramic point to take some pictures of the views and multi-colored ocean, with also the possibility to purchase souvenirs. Then, you will continue your journey up and down the hills, while admiring amazing views of the coastline until finally reaching Garifuna village of Punta Gorda that is where the majority of the Garifuna people, descendants of African slaves who settled here in 1797, live in Roatan. On the way back, enjoy a short stop at another panoramic point to view a faraway picturesque stilt-village, Oak Ridge, inhabited by pirates in the past and now the actual home of family-owned fishing companies that after many decades are still the second biggest industry of the island.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, visit local fishing villages and towns, Bottled water

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Reviewed By Yvetteviaroatan

We had a wonderful day in Roatan with our guide Chapin. Chapin was very informative and very friendly. We had a blast ziplining and Chapin was with us the whole making us feel safe and comfortable. The snorkling was amazing thanks to Chapin who pointed out all the beautiful sea creatures. We would highly recommend this tour and do it with Chaplin he will make your day.

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