Roatan has two distinct cruise piers — which one you use depends on your cruise line.
💡 Pro move: No taxis have meters in Roatan — always negotiate or confirm the fare before you get in.
Roatan has two separate cruise piers serving different cruise line families.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Carnival, Princess, Holland America | Mahogany Bay Cruise Center, West Side📍 | Docked |
| Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Celebrity, MSC, Virgin Voyages | Coxen Hole / Town Center at Port of Roatan📍 | Docked |
Roatan shines for reef snorkeling and diving, but jungle wildlife, private islands, and adventure tours round out a full port day.
Roatan sits on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef — the world's second largest. At West Bay Beach you can wade in and snorkel 50–100 yards out to coral gardens alive with angelfish, eagle rays, sea turtles, and parrotfish. Visibility often exceeds 100 feet.
Find West Bay snorkel tours →A 20-acre eco-reserve near West Bay. Walk jungle paths to encounter free-roaming capuchin monkeys and macaws, then ride a 17-platform zip-line from the treetops to a private beach. Includes a botanical garden and pirate history exhibit.
Find Gumbalimba Park tours →A small private island off French Harbour with an all-inclusive day package: snorkeling the lagoon reef, beach loungers under palapas, animal rescue center, kayaking, and fresh seafood. Advance booking essential — spots sell out.
Find Little French Key tours →Cover the island's rugged interior on ATVs, passing through villages, banana plantations, and hilltop viewpoints before arriving at a local beach. Good for guests who want motion and scenery over sun-lounging.
Find Roatan ATV tours →Certified divers can drop onto the reef wall just yards offshore — canyons, swim-throughs, and visibility regularly hitting 100+ feet. Multiple dive shops in West End offer single-tank and two-tank packages. Night diving is also highly rated.
Find Roatan scuba diving tours →West End is a laid-back strip of dive shops, open-air restaurants, and Caribbean-painted wooden buildings. Grab a table at a beachside spot for fresh fish tacos, baleadas (Honduran stuffed flatbreads), and cold Salva Vida beer.
Explore West End independently →Both ports have limited walkability — the real attractions require a taxi ride, but West End and West Bay reward those who make the short trip.
West End's main strip runs along the waterfront with dive shops, restaurants, and beach bars. After arriving by taxi from either port, walk the strip south toward West Bay Beach (about 20 min on foot or a quick water taxi).
🗺️ See full route in Maps →From the Coxen Hole pier, a short walk takes you through the local market area with crafts vendors, a bank, and the town's waterfront. Limited attractions — most guests use this as the jumping-off point for taxis rather than a destination itself.
📍 Open in MapsClimate normals for Roatan Island, Bay Islands, Honduras (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 79°F / 26°C | 76°F / 24°C | 19 |
| Feb | 79°F / 26°C | 76°F / 24°C | 12 |
| Mar | 80°F / 27°C | 78°F / 26°C | 9 |
| Apr | 82°F / 28°C | 79°F / 26°C | 6 |
| May | 83°F / 28°C | 81°F / 27°C | 7 |
| Jun | 83°F / 28°C | 81°F / 27°C | 10 |
| Jul | 83°F / 28°C | 80°F / 27°C | 15 |
| Aug | 84°F / 29°C | 81°F / 27°C | 15 |
| Sep | 84°F / 29°C | 81°F / 27°C | 18 |
| Oct | 83°F / 28°C | 80°F / 27°C | 22 |
| Nov | 81°F / 27°C | 78°F / 26°C | 23 |
| Dec | 80°F / 27°C | 77°F / 25°C | 20 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
Upcoming cruises that call at Roatan Island, Bay Islands, Honduras. Dates, prices, and ports of call change — always confirm with the cruise line before booking.
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