Less commercialized than other Caribbean locales are the Bay Islands, 50km/31mi off the north coast of Honduras, with their white-sand beaches and excellent diving. Utila is the most budget friendly and Roatán is the most developed. Guanaja is a wonderful dive-site, although since the island was devastated by Hurricane Mitch in 1998, the island has been less of a draw for tourists. The Cayos Cochinos, an even more isolated version of the Bay Islands are protected by the Smithsonian Institute.
Guanaja is one of the last unspoiled tropical islands in the Caribbean. In 1998 Guanaja was destroyed by Hurricane Mitch. Every effort is being made to rebuild.
There are miles of unspoiled beaches, lush mountains covered with jungle fauna and waterfalls. Diving is enjoyed on the coral reefs.
The population of 10,000 is centered in the remote villages of Bonacca (known locally as the Cay), Mangrove Bight and Savannah Bight.
A secluded island that can be rented for the night. The island is fringed by sandy beaches and a pristine coral reef.
Address: Tropical Travels, Utila, Islas de la Bahia , Honduras
Tips: For 6 people or less - $100.00 per night (two nights minimum),
For 6 people or less - $125.00 per night (for less than 2 nights),
For more than 6 people - $10.00 per night per additional person.
The smallest of the three major Bay Islands, Utila lies closest to the Honduran Mainland and is by far the flattest of the islands. It offers inexpensive seafood and the cheapest diving in the world. The main town in Utila is known as East Harbour or simply Utila.
Tips: A ferry leaving weekdays takes 1 hour from La Ceiba.
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