Roatan East Side Mangrove Tunnels and Snorkel Adventure

Set off on a peaceful and eye-opening adventure through the floating ecosystem of Roatán’s east side. Aboard a traditional motorized cayuco, you’ll weave through the lush mangrove tunnels—natural waterways that shelter a wide variety of birds, fish, and other wildlife. These tunnels form one of the island’s most essential ecosystems and offer a quiet, scenic journey into Roatán’s natural heart. As you cruise along, you’ll also pass through small local communities where daily life unfolds along the water’s edge, offering a rare and authentic look at the culture, history, and rhythm of true island living.

After exploring the mangroves, your journey continues to the coastal village of French Cay—one of Roatán’s hidden gems. Here, you’ll have the chance to dive into the Caribbean’s crystal-clear waters for a guided snorkeling experience on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second-largest reef system in the world. Just offshore, vibrant coral gardens burst with life, from colorful reef fish to sponges, rays, and other marine creatures. The calm, shallow waters around French Cay make it ideal for all experience levels, adding a refreshing and awe-inspiring underwater chapter to a day already full of cultural and natural beauty.