
Honduras calls you chiefly with its unspoiled subtropical forests (and their birdwatching opportunities), the beaches and coral reefs of its Bay Islands, and its archaeology. It may lack the development and savoir-faire of its more prosperous Central American cousins, but there are rich pickings here if you choose to visit, as our specialists will tell you. On your tailor-made Honduras holiday, they’d encourage you to roam the Maya complex of Copán (which can impress just as much as Chichén Itzá and is far quieter). And, there are countless smaller ruins, all enveloped by jungle and known only to the resident orioles and woodpeckers.
On top of exploring Maya sites, your time in Honduras could involve boating the mangroves of Cuero y Salado Wildlife Refuge in search of herons, jacanas and kingfishers. You might spot red-eyed tree frogs in Pico Bonito National Park, before rounding off your trip with snorkelling (or simply snoozing) in a Bay Islands’ idyll, Roatán.
Suggested Honduras tour
This sample tour will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Honduras, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your tour will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Suggested activities for Honduras
Whatever your interests, our specialists will build activities into your trip that connect to how you want to experience Honduras.
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Cuero y Salado Wildlife Refuge Cuero y Salado Wildlife Refuge
Cuero y Salado Wildlife Refuge
The wildlife refuge is situated 33 km from La Ceiba, which is home to many endangered animal species, found within the many mangrove canals proceeding from the rivers Cuero and Salado.
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Pico Bonito National Park Pico Bonito National Park
Pico Bonito National Park
When you walk along the Rio Zacate trail, there are beautiful views of the Caribbean coast and at the end reach the stunning Zacate waterfall.
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Copán Archaeological Site Copán Archaeological Site
CopánCopán Archaeological Site
A guided tour of the beautiful archaeological site of Copán, marking the most southerly point of the Maya Empire. Discovered in 1570 by Diego García de Palacio, the ruins of Copán were not excavated until the 19th century.
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Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Honduras. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Honduras at its best.
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