Is there a ferry from mainland Honduras to Roatan?
The best way to get to the island of Roatan from the mainland is by using the ferry. Safe Way Maritime offers a ferry service that transfers both passengers and cargo from the port city of La Ceiba to Roatan.
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La Ceiba Roatan Ferry PricesThe average price is typically $215*. The cheapest La Ceiba Roatan ferry prices start from $40*. The average price for a foot passenger is $215*. The average price for a car is $43*.
Ferry from Honduras to Roatan IslandThe La Ceiba to Roatan ferry crossing operates Weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Getting to Roatan from EuropeTravelers can choose from several airlines, including American Airlines, Iberia, Aeroméxico, Avianca and AirEuropa. Most flights from Europe have a layover in Madrid Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), and a second layover in San Pedro Sula.
If you are going to travel from La Ceiba to Roatan and vise versa, I strongly recommend the Galaxi Wave Ferry service. In La Ceiba, passengers can take the shuttle from the La Ceiba terminal to Hedman Alas bus and continue as planned.
The reality is that Roatan is an island, and almost everything consumed here is imported. Our food, products and supplies had to undergo a much longer journey to make it to our happy island, and therefore that drives up the price of just about everything.
A week in Roatan is the perfect amount of time to explore the island without feeling rushed. Most of the tourist traffic comes from cruise ships, but I think 8 hours isn't enough time to get a real taste of the island.
Departure Tax: All passengers leaving Roatan from the airport must pay a departure tax, $39.12 for visitors, $36.72 for foreign residents and 45 lempiras for Hondurans.
Best Place to Stay in RoatanTwo main areas appeal in Roatan - West End and West Bay - and this is where the majority of island visitors will stay. A third area, Sandy Bay, is worth mentioning, as it's well-liked by ex-pats, but hasn't become a hotspot for tourists - although this may soon change.
Taxis are generally the safest way to travel around the bigger towns and cities, and should always be used after dark; they can also be hired for longer journeys – negotiate a price up-front. They operate in all the main towns, tooting when they are available.
The Lempira is the official currency of Honduras but US dollars accepted throughout Roatan and can be used in most parts of the island. Credit Cards can also be used in larger stores and restaurants, but not all. It's a good idea to have smaller denominations in US Dollars for arrival (making getting change easier).
Avoid displays of money and valuables such as expensive jewelry, watches, cell phones, iPods, cameras, etc. Roatan is very casual, and by dressing casually, you will not draw attention to yourself.
Anti-malaria medicationsYou should avoid mosquito bites to prevent malaria. Malaria is present throughout the year in throughout the country at altitudes below 1,000 m (< 3,281 ft) and in Roatán and other Bay Island; risk exists in the outskirts of Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula.
Port of Roatan is managed by Royal Caribbean and ITM Group as partners under a subsidiary. The port became operational in late 2008 and it is located in the Town Center of Coxen Hole, the capital of Roatan, or what locals call “el pueblo” (the town).
This is the largest and most populated of the Bay Islands 30 miles off the coast of mainland Honduras. About 38 miles long, and 5 miles wide at its widest, it takes a couple of hours to get from one end to the other thanks to roads that wind around its hilly and mountainous interior.
Mahogany Bay Beach is a beautiful stretch of coastline that's located on the southern shore of the island and one of the best beaches in Roatan. The beach is situated near the cruise ship port, making it a popular spot for day-trippers and vacationers alike.