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Reasons To
Visit Honduras

  • Diving

    If you are looking for first class diving, or the perfect place to learn to dive, it doesn’t get much better than the Bay Islands. The spectacular coral reefs teem with sealife and there are enough prime dive sites to keep even the most experienced diver happy.

    Diving

  • The pyramids of Copán

    Visit the Maya ruins of Copán situated amidst a tranquil forest along the Copán river. Learn about the Mayan civilisation and explore the pyramids, plazas and famous Hieroglyphic Staircase.

    The pyramids of Copán

  • Wildlife

    Explore the Rio Plátano biosphere at La Mosquitia, where monkeys, toucans and jaguars roam the forests. A World Heritage site, the reserve has a number of endangered species.

    Wildlife

  • Off the beaten track

    Due to its developing infrastructure, Honduras is a largely underestimated country and thus is far less visited than others in Central America, which only adds to its appeal for those looking for something different. Visitors are rewarded with lush landscapes, wild national parks and unique accommodation.

    Off the beaten track

  • Rafting

    Rafting the Cangrejal River near La Ceiba is fantastic. Offering grades II and III, this river is suitable for all levels and rafting through the rainforest with toucans flying over head and the sounds of howler monkeys in the distance just adds to the experience.

    Rafting

  • Snorkelling

    Around Roatan there is some wonderful snorkelling to be had and the calm waters make this an ideal spot for even the most novice of snorkellers. You can arrange organised trips or just hire a snorkel and mask and head off independently.

    Snorkelling

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Visit Copán, Honduras

The Copán ruins are set in the hills in the west of Honduras, near the border with Guatemala and can be easily incorporated into a trip combining the two countries.

Copan, Honduras
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Copán

Honduras

The Copán ruins are set in the hills in the west of Honduras, near the border with Guatemala and can be easily incorporated into a trip combining the two countries.

The ruins mark the southeastern limit of Mayan dominance and are the most significant in Honduras.

As with many of Central America’s archaeological sites they were buried in jungle when rediscovered in 1839. The site was cleared in the 1930s to reveal intricately carved stelae (three metre columns of stone), a hieroglyphic stairway and several ball courts.

The nearby town of Copán Ruinas is a quiet and charming settlement with cobbled streets: a perfect place to while away some time before or after visiting the ruins.

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