Planning my trip to Roatan
After getting laid off, I was seeking out a way to disconnect from reality and spend about a week off the grid. With the gloomy Bay Area weather this entire year so far, I desperately have been seeking a destination that lends to my skin being kissed by the sun every day, sand between my toes, and an adventure that I have yet to experience before. The obvious answer was to get my butt over to an island.
Lucky for me, my PADI certification was completed this past year so I’m able to enjoy ocean life by way of scuba diving all around the world. Word on the street is Roatan, Honduras is the best in the world for indescribable underwater signtseeing. This was my opportunity to dive right in! …get it? Dive.. right in? Like, scuba dive? 🤿
Okay, dad jokes aside, I’ve been begging to get out to the island for awhile now and finally have the spring break opportunity to spend some unobligated time under the sea! Here’s a brief look into some of the research that went into planning my trip to Roatan.
Roatan Island is located off the coast of Honduras and is known for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life. Here are some things you can do while visiting Roatan Island:
Scuba diving & Snorkling: Roatan Island is a popular destination for snorkeling and scuba diving due to its clear waters and diverse marine life. There are many dive shops and tour companies that offer snorkeling and diving excursions to popular sites like the West End Wall and the Spooky Channel.
Beaches: Roatan Island is home to many beautiful beaches, including West Bay Beach, Sandy Bay Beach, and Half Moon Bay Beach. Spend the day relaxing on the sand, swimming in the clear waters, or trying water sports like kayaking and paddleboarding.
Ziplining: Get a bird's eye view of Roatan Island's lush rainforest by taking a zipline tour. There are several zipline tour companies on the island that offer tours through the treetops.
Visit Gumbalimba Park: Gumbalimba Park is a nature reserve that offers visitors the opportunity to interact with wildlife, including monkeys and parrots. The park also has beautiful gardens, a beach, and a zipline tour.
Visit the Carambola Botanical Gardens: The Carambola Botanical Gardens are home to many different types of plants and trees, including orchids, bromeliads, and cacao trees. Take a guided tour or explore on your own to see the diverse flora and fauna of the island.
Visit the Roatan Butterfly Garden: The Roatan Butterfly Garden is home to many different species of butterflies, as well as other insects and birds. Take a guided tour to learn about the life cycle of butterflies and see them up close.
Visit the Roatan Museum: The Roatan Museum is located in Coxen Hole and showcases the history and culture of Roatan Island, including exhibits on the island's indigenous people, the Garifuna.
There are many other things to do in Roatan Island, including visiting local villages, shopping at the local markets, and trying local cuisine. Whatever you choose to do, you're sure to have a memorable experience on this beautiful island.
I’m excited to document the journey as I head to Roatan Island later tonight. Everything begins at 11:59pm PST on a red eye. My camera batteries are ready, my GoPro is packed, I’m ready for a quiet night’s rest on the plane and am gearing up to share my actual day by day itinerary with you all next week!
Follow along via social media if you want to see day by day updates. I’ll be making a splash on my Instagram story mostly and documenting every bit of the action 🏝️
