Roatan Monkey and Sloth Sanctuary and Beach Break
Description
This excursion begins with a visit to a renowned monkey and sloth sanctuary. Here, you'll have the extraordinary opportunity to get up close with these captivating creatures in a safe environment. As you explore the sanctuary, be prepared to witness mischievous monkeys swinging from branch to branch, showcasing their acrobatic skills and playful antics. Observe their fascinating behavior, learn about their natural habitats, and gain insights into the sanctuary's efforts to protect and rehabilitate them. Be prepared to be charmed by the gentle and endearing sloths. These adorable creatures, known for their slow movements and sweet nature, will steal your heart. Learn about their unique adaptations, feeding habits, and the sanctuary's mission to preserve and care for these treasured inhabitants. After a heartwarming experience at the sanctuary, we'll whisk you away to a pristine beach destination.
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Port of Mahogany Bay (Carnival Cruise Port) As soon as you get off of the cruise ship you must walk about 1/4 mile, we apologize in advance for the distance. Due to company policy, the port does not allow independent tour operators to enter the cruise port. You will pass a two-story red roofed building. You must walk through the plaza where you will see many stores. Then you will go down the covered gangway. Take a left onto the paved road near the security gate. You will have to walk about 250 yards up a small hill. There you will see your driver holding a Roatan Ocean Adventures Sign (ROA). If you have trouble finding us, please ask a dispatcher to point us out. If for some reason we are not there, please call us to the following number + (504) 9892-8179 Port of Roatan Town center (Royal Caribbean / Norwegian) We will be waiting for you when you arrive to the cruise port at Coxen Hole. As soon as you get off of the cruise ship, please walk out to the main road. Across the street, you will see your driver holding a Roatan Ocean Adventures Sign (ROA). If you have trouble finding us, please ask a dispatcher to point us out. If for some reason we are not there, please call us to the following number + (504) 9892-8179 NOTE: Pick up is 30 minutes to an hour after the cruise ship arrives at the port, thank you. Don't rush yourselves, we will be waiting for you, we understand that it takes time for you to get off of the ship.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(185)
We loved Roatán and truly enjoyed our time with the monkeys and sloths. Our guide, Keylei was wonderful and really made the tour fun! We’re already making plans to go back and do more excursions with Roatan Ocean Adventures! They’re excellent!
Definitely recommend booking with this company. They were professional, friendly and it was like we were on our own personal tour. The monkeys were so fun and the private island beach is beautiful. Clear directions on how to find them and had us back at the exact time we wanted. Just book it!
I was worried about trying to find our driver outside the port but it was very easy. Our driver was David and he was wonderful. They were flexible if you wanted to stay longer at your stop.
What a wonderful time! Norma was an awesome guide, and the monkeys and sloths were excellent! The beach was beautiful and great service as well! Will definitely be back! We had 3 year olds with us and this was perfect for them
The monkeys were absolutely amazing and hilarious. Slots were cute, but unfortunately you couldn’t touch them. The private island was nice with a lot to do as well. Driver was super friendly and knowledgeable about the island. She let us plan some things on our own time, like when to leave the island and if there were any stops we wanted to make back to the cruise ship. Highly recommend!
Due to repairs on our cruise ship, we arrived a few hours later than expected. Fortunately, this was not a problem at all and the tour company was waiting for us when we arrived. Our guide, Uncle Joe, was friendly and welcoming. He drove us to the animal sanctuary, where we had the opportunity to see sloths, monkeys and parrots up close. It was a very special experience and a wonderful chance to interact with these amazing animals. After the sanctuary visit, Uncle Joe took us to another location where we boarded a boat to a private island. The bay was absolutely beautiful, with crystal-clear water and a relaxed atmosphere. Uncle Joe ensured that we returned to the ship with plenty of time to spare. Thank you!
Great experience all around. Recommend taking a taxi from the port to the pick up location. Cost $12 for our group of 6 in June 2026. Money well spent. Keisha our driver was absolutely wonderful and very accommodating. Our son is autistic and he did really well at the sanctuary but was about at his limit when it was time to go to the beach break. So we decided not to go to the beach. Keisha took us to a chocolate and coffee tasting place instead where we could shop for gifts as well. She was absolutely wonderful. I’m so pleased with the whole experience.
The guides were excellent, the animals were fun, and the beach was beautiful and perfect for snorkeling. There were dozens of live conks, lobsters, urchins, and many fish among the coral. The experience might seem a little contrived, but it was great fun. I wish I had brought my kids with me: they would have enjoyed holding the beautiful birds and having the monkeys run across their heads.
We had a wonderful time visiting Sloths and Monkeys and then taking a beach break. Our driver Brandon, was very knowledgeable and willing to answer all our questions. Kelab at the Monkey and Sloth rescue was really great and rescued my hair clip after a monkey sold it. We felt very safe and really enjoyed our time with ROA.
We had suchhhh a great experience with this company. Our tour guide, Nerlin, was beyond amazing. Once we got off the port, we found ROA pretty easily and Nerlin took us first to see the monkeys and sloths. We were able to watch the adorable sleepy sloths and then they let us in the inclosure with the mischievous little monkeys that were hilarious. They jumped all over our heads, tried picking our pockets, and were just too cute. Nerlin waited for us and then took us to the private beach where we took a boat out to the perfect set up. It wasnt too busy and the beach had many little activities to do. After we were finished, Nerlin then took us to a chocolate shop that also had a little market attached then safely returned us right back to the port. The whole experience was perfect for my husband and I and would highly recommend to anyone! Every staff member we met throughout was just so nice and I think that was part of what made everything even more great. This company killed it and big shoutout to Nerlin. 1000/10 recommend!
