Honduras offers amazing beauty in many protected areas with 20 national parks, 10 wildlife refuges and 10 biological reserves. Honduras is home to more than 600 species of birds and rare animals, such as jaguars, scarlet macaws, howler monkeys and the elusive Caribbean manatee. The Bay Islands of Honduras are known for exquisite white sand beaches and clear turquoise waters. There are several gorgeous islands in the Bay Islands chain, including the islands of Roatan, Guanaja and Utila. Honduras shares with its northern neighbor Belize the second largest barrier reef on the planet. The underwater coral formations and abundant marine life make the Bay Islands especially attractive to snorkelers and divers. A highlight in Honduras is Copan, perhaps the most enchanting of all Mayan archaeological sites.

Guanaja Island Resorts—Bayman Bay Club
A “Robinson Crusoe” retreat, Bayman Bays’ 18 ocean view rooms are set high in the mountain side secluded among mango, papaya and breadfruit trees. The view from this resort is extraordinary, overlooking one of the finest beaches in the Bay Islands. A three level clubhouse features a dining room, bar, gift shop, library and sunset veranda. Bayman Bay offers great snorkeling and diving just offshore. Activities at Bayman Bay include ocean kayaking, unlimited shore diving and excursions to a nearby jungle waterfall.

Trip Details

WHO:
Divers & non-divers, all ages!

WHEN:
TBA

WHERE:
Honduras, Central America

COST:
~$2,199 per person, double occupancy
~$2,575 per person, single occupancy
~$1,999 non-diver, double occupancy

COST INCLUDES:
• Round trip airfare SFO
• Airport/hotel transfers
• Hotel
- A/C rooms
- Private boat dock
- Meals & non-alcoholic beverages
• Boat diving
- 6 Days (3 tank dives)
- Tanks & weight belt
- Unlimited beach diving
• Entertainment
- Nightly dancing & festivities
- Kayaking
- Midnight Swims

A river rafting trip on the Honduras mainland (Canjrejul) is available for an additional ~$160 per person.

Copan Ruins Tour $240 per person.

HOW TO SIGN UP:
A non-refundable $500.00 deposit is required to hold your spot. Remaining due eight weeks prior to departure date.

TRIP NECESSITIES:
We recommend that you pack light and consider the following items:

• Dive gear (except tank & weight belt)
• Dive computer*
• Diveskin
• Bathing suit, towel
• Sunscreen, hat
• Sunglasses
• Mosquito repellent
• Party clothes for evening events
• Cool/comfortable clothing
• Walking shoes/sandals
• Light rain jacket
• Camera, film

* Dive computers are not required, but they are highly recommended because they will significantly increase your bottom time, diving flexibility and safety. If your dive buddy is on computer, you must be also.

Honduras—Bayman Bay SAMPLE itinerary from a previous trip.

Jun 30
Depart San Francisco on Continental Airlines #1988 at 12:55 am, arriving in Houston at 6:26 am, connecting to Continental Airlines #1673 departing 9:45 am, arriving San Pedro Sula at 11:29 am. On arrival, you will transfer to the Sosa Air desk and depart flightt #63 at 2:00 pm, through La Ceiba to Guanaja, arriving at 4:25 pm

You will be met by a Bayman Bay representative and transferred to the hotel into Cliffside Bungalows with a welcome cocktail.

Jun 30–Jul 6
Six days of three-tank diving, 1 evening boat dive, 1 wreck dive, unlimited shore diving, dockside equipment storage, all meals, daily maid services and taxes are included. Bayman Bay Club offers cliffside bungalows overlooking a stunning beach. In addition to diving Bayman Bay offers incredible kayaking and wind surfing.

July 7
Transfer to Guanaja airport and fly Sosa Air #59 departing 6:00 am back through La Ceiba to San Pedro Sula arriving 7:55 am, connecting to Continental Airlines #1672 at 12:25 pm arriving Houston 4:13 pm, connecting to Continental Airlines #1505 at 5:40 pm arriving San Francisco 7:40 pm.

Optional extras include:

1. Copan Ruins Tour, one day tour with overnight lodging and transfer. This 1000 BC Mayan ruin was the leading center of the Mayan world for astronomical studies and art. (It has the largest collection of Mayan hieroglyphics yet discovered. The small town of Ruins de Copan has an excellent museum of artifacts. Overnight and breakfast at the Hotel Marina, guide, round trip airport transfers and taxes.

2. La Ceiba river rafting trip on the Rio Canrejal, including equipment, guides, lunch. Departs Guanaja 6:30 am and arrives at La Ceiba at 7:00 am where you will be met by your river guide, transport you to the river, fit you with proper equipment, instruct you on rafting techniques and safety. The river is class IV with 80°+ F water. Lunch will be provided along the river. In the afternoon you will have a chance to play in the river, jumping off rock ledges into deep pools and enjoy some birdwatching. At the pull-out you will be transferred back to the airport for your flight back to San Pedro Sula.