About
Roatan
For travelers looking for pristine white beaches that aren’t overcrowded with tourists, Roatán is the place to go. In fact, West Bay Beach is globally regarded as one of the most beautiful beaches in Central America. Roatán is the largest Bay Island and is located 40 miles off the northern coast of Honduras right on the edge of the second largest barrier reef in the world, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System. This makes the Bay Islands a great place for diving, snorkeling, and fishing. Roatán, which is located just north of the equator, has a tropical climate and is covered in lush green jungles, mountains, and forests. The culture is Roatán has been influenced by its rich and diverse history and is regarded one of the most diverse places in Central America with multiple languages spoken: English, Spanish, Honduras’ indigenous’ languages, French, German, Italian, and more. 40 miles long and three miles wide, Roatán has over 400 taxis on the island which makes it a breeze for visitors to get around. The views of surrounding nature are stunning as no high-rise buildings exist; it is against the law to build higher than three stories.
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