Shark Encounter & Shipwreck Snorkel

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Overview

  • Duration:6 hours 30 minutes
  • Travelers:6 - 24 guests
  • Tour Type:Daily tour
  • Language:English
Embark on an unforgettable journey to one of the most untouched and wild corners of Roatán. This unique experience begins with a scenic boat ride through beautiful mangrove channels, offering a glimpse into the island’s pristine natural ecosystems as you make your way toward a remote sandbar.
At the sandbar, you’ll have the rare opportunity to swim alongside nurse sharks in their natural habitat, observing these gentle creatures up close in calm, shallow waters and an authentic and respectful wildlife encounter.
The adventure continues with a stop at a nearby shipwreck, now transformed into a vibrant artificial reef teeming with colorful fish and marine life, perfect for snorkeling and exploration.
Afterward, unwind with a quick refreshment on a stunning virgin beach, where crystal-clear waters and soft sands create the perfect setting to relax and soak in the Caribbean beauty.
To complete the experience, you’ll visit a bungalow villa, where guests are welcomed with a traditional Garifuna recipe, a flavorful seafood soup, prepared in the authentic local style and rich in cultural heritage.
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Highlights

  • Nurse Shark Swim: Swim alongside gentle nurse sharks up close in their calm, shallow natural habitat
  • Shipwreck Exploration: Snorkel a historic shipwreck transformed into a vibrant artificial reef packed with colorful fish
  • Mangrove Boat Cruise: Take a scenic boat ride through Roatán's pristine, wild mangrove channels
  • Virgin Beach Relaxation: Unwind and soak up the sun on a secluded, crystal-clear virgin beach
  • Traditional Garifuna Lunch: Savor an authentic island seafood soup prepared in the local style at a bungalow villa
  • Fully Guided & Equipped: Enjoy peace of mind with all safety gear and an experienced guide included

Includes/Excludes

  • Round-trip van and boat transportation to and from the nurse shark area
  • 30 minute nurse shark encounter snorkeling experience
  • 30 minute snorkeling session at the shipwreck
  • 30 minute stop at a pristine virgin beach
  • 30 minutes for lunch
  • All necessary snorkeling safety equipment
  • Experienced guide leading both snorkeling activities
  • Bottled water during the boat ride
  • Traditional Garifuna style seafood soup served for lunch

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

Tour Element/Venue & Description

Safety briefing before the tour starts: 5 min
Van ride to Jonesville: 50 min
Boat ride into mangroves: 20 min
Boat ride to nurse shark area: 1 hour
Nurse shark snorkel: 30 min
Ride to shipwreck: 30 min
Shipwreck snorkel: 30 min
Virgin Beach time: 30 min
Lunch time: 40 min
Ride back to the start point: 1.15 hours

Know before you book

* Minimum age to participate: 12 years old
* Maximum weight: 260 lbs (118 kg)
* Guests are required to wear a life jacket while on the boat
* Guests must have basic swimming proficiency to participate in the snorkeling portion
* For safety reasons, pregnant women and guests with back or neck injuries, heart conditions, or respiratory conditions may not participate
* Snorkeling depths range from approximately 5 to 20 feet
* Guests must be able to step on and off the boat and swim confidently in open water
* Due to extended time on the ocean (approximately 2 continuous hours), we highly recommend taking motion sickness medication prior to the tour

Extra Services

Childcare services

Childcare services

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$65.00/person

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