A Taste of Roatan
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 24 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is A Taste of Roatan worth booking?
A Taste of Roatan is a 4-hour experience in Roatan, Honduras, from $89 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (24)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $89 per person
Discover and enjoy some of Roatan most visited landmarks and local attraction before making stops in search of tasty delicacies created in local eateries on the Island such as the Chocolate and Rum cake Factory, a local food stand for a mouth-watering light lunch. Once pick up from your cruise terminal you will take a city tour starting out down town Coxen Hole where you will drive through the local busy market for you to see some the town old landmark and see what Roatan is all about. You'll also be making other stops for your shopping and photo opportunity. After enjoying your local tour you will make a stop for your local lunch. After your Lunch and city tour you will head down to West End Village to visit the chocolate and rum factory for a tour of the facilities and try free sample before heading down to west bay to hop on you boat to head out to the reef for 45 minutes to a hour snorkel around the world secound larges reef before heading back to your ship.
What you get
About this experience
Discover and enjoy some of Roatan most visited landmarks and local attraction before making stops in search of tasty delicacies created in local eateries on the Island such as the Chocolate and Rum cake Factory, a local food stand for a mouth-watering light lunch. Once pick up from your cruise terminal you will take a city tour starting out down town Coxen Hole where you will drive through the local busy market for you to see some the town old landmark and see what Roatan is all about. You'll also be making other stops for your shopping and photo opportunity. After enjoying your local tour you will make a stop for your local lunch. After your Lunch and city tour you will head down to West End Village to visit the chocolate and rum factory for a tour of the facilities and try free sample before heading down to west bay to hop on you boat to head out to the reef for 45 minutes to a hour snorkel around the world secound larges reef before heading back to your ship.
What's included
Included
- Chocolate Factory Tour
- Air Condition Van or bus
- Rum Company Tour
- local lunch
Not included
- Extra Activities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
What you'll see and do
Coxen Hole
Once picked up from your cruise terminal you will take a small drive before reaching to the heart of down town Coxen Hole where you will step out walk through the local busy market for you to see some the town old landmark and see what Roatan is all about.
120 minutes here
West End
Chance to walk around the local village and visit the chcocolate and rum factory
2 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Roatan Anderson Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
24 verified traveler reviews for A Taste of Roatan. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
FUN FUN FUN
If you want fun with friends, this is 100% the way to go. Your guide is absolutely commited to you having an amazing and safe time, and LOTS of fun. You get to experience Roatan by the hands of a knowledgeable guide, see amazing sights, it's absolutely worth it.
via Tripadvisor
Great
Sherbin was GREAT!!! Friends and family group of 9 were pleased with the entire tour. Would definitely recommend Anderson Tours.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback it's very important to us and thank you again for choosing us for your Roatan Excursion we hope to have u with us again in the near future
via Viator
Lovely Island tour
We enjoyed our lovely tour guide, David. Upon starting our tour, he gave us the option of sticking with the tour we booked, which he said would be very short, or we could opt to go to the animal sanctuary and pay to get into a gated resort for lunch and beach time that we would pay for. We decided to do that even though we'd have to pay. When we got to the animals, it was lovely to hold them and learn about them. After we paid to get into the resort community, lunch was tasty and we had beach chairs set up for us. The beach was disappointing. It was a small area roped off, and there were a lot of people in a tight space. I was hoping or a large beach area, but at least we enjoyed getting into the water.
via Viator
Not what we paid for.
Sadly this excursion did not meet our expectations at all. The tour guide Allan was very courteous but met the struggles of constantly trying to fix his boss's poor planning. The chocolate "factory" was mostly a small chocolate store where they briefly speed through a rehearsed presentation and gave us pieces of chocolate. Rum tasting was slightly better but was not impressed either. For the beach they told us that the location on the reservation was not longer available because of Covid. The beach they wanted to take us had no chairs and it was ugly so they ended up taking us to a beach where we had to pay $250 to access in addition to what we had already paid. The final straw was the food, which even though it's included, we could only choose from select dishes available in the small restaurant, and after we placed the order more than half of the order couldn't be completed because they didn't have enough for our party. After another 10-15 mins of scrambling we were transferred to the next door restaurant to be served. At this point we were now late and had to rush our food to get to the port on time and not miss our cruise. All this put a damper on the experience and at the end we were not satisfied with it.
Response from the operator: Hi hope all is well sorry for the all the miss understanding that's why I give your party one my top guide to make sure u had a great time but it keep been impossible the hole tour you call me 4 time just complaining about everything we does this tour everyday their is ship in even people in the hotel the beach club is in west end where you guys had to spend time at the beach were was included in your package you wanted to go over to west bay witch you will had to pay to use the resort facilities that was not part of your tour we take you still once back to the restaurant the manager explain to the group they would had to wait a bit if all wanted the same thing because they had a larger group walk in n before you and they wanted the same thing so they would had to get them out the way first so they pass you over to the other restaurant on the side with is the same restaurant same owner to speed up the process you were explained all this and everyone did what was in their power to make it went is best is possible but not everyone come to have fun and enjoy chocolate and Rum factory hundres of people go in and out daily from the cruise ship and no one ever complain but once again am really sorry and the hole team send our apologies and we hope u enjoy the rest of your cruise and MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
via Viator
Great attractions and adventure, difficult to get to lunch restaurant.
Chanel was a great host, we were expecting a group in a van or bus, but it was just my couple in a small sedan. Chanel was very patient, informative and suggested other great adventures. The only factor that should be mentioned is that lunch Is about 40+steps up into a mountain. My wife was scared and out of breathe by the time we got into the restaurant. Very disappointed that this was not mentioned.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Roatan Anderson Tours, who run 25 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.5.
See everything Roatan Anderson Tours runsWhy this scores 65
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A Taste of Roatan: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Roatan.
How much does A Taste of Roatan cost?
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Prices start at $89 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Roatan usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does A Taste of Roatan take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Roatan is not rushed.
Is A Taste of Roatan worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Roatan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule A Taste of Roatan?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is A Taste of Roatan suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book A Taste of Roatan?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Roatan can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Roatan and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does A Taste of Roatan start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Roatan within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Roatan?
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On Outty we rank every Roatan experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hydrobike Harbor Tour, Reef Snorkel & Private Island Beach Break, Roatán Island Tour: Sloth & Monkey Park, Rum, and Chocolate, Roatan Wildlife Monkeys,Sloths, chocolate Rum tasting Island Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Roatan?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Roatan?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in A Taste of Roatan?
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Included: Chocolate Factory Tour; Air Condition Van or bus; Rum Company Tour; and local lunch. Not included: Extra Activities; and Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does A Taste of Roatan include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 10 listed pickup locations in and around Roatan. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is A Taste of Roatan offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for A Taste of Roatan?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is A Taste of Roatan wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to A Taste of Roatan if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Roatan. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about A Taste of Roatan?
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Across 24 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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