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Remarkable Sites of Honduras and Original Activities

The natural and archaeological sites in Honduras include Caribbean islands, rainforest national parks, mountains, and remnants of the Mayan civilization. The country features sandy beaches, botanical gardens, hot springs, and coastal lagoons. Historical monuments such as the Tegucigalpa Cathedral and Copán ruins reflect the country's rich past. Wildlife and plant life are showcased in conservation parks and nature reserves.

Jeannette Kawas National Park
Jeannette Kawas National Park

Tela, Honduras

Protected area of 781 square kilometers including coral reefs, mangroves, rainforests, and white sand beaches. The park is home to howler monkeys and migratory birds.

Little French Key
Little French Key

Roatán, Honduras

Private island of 3 hectares located in the Caribbean with white sand beaches, diving zones, and a marine animal rehabilitation center.

Copán
Copán

Copán, Honduras

Mayan ceremonial center built between 400 and 800, with pyramid temples, a ball court, and sculpted stelae representing ancient rulers.

Guanaja
Guanaja

Islas de la Bahía, Honduras

Island of 57 square kilometers covered with Caribbean pines, surrounded by coral reefs. The island has 15 km of beaches and peaks at 375 meters in altitude.

Tegucigalpa Cathedral
Tegucigalpa Cathedral

Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Colonial religious building constructed in 1765 with a baroque-style façade and gilded wooden altars inside.

Utila
Utila

Islas de la Bahía, Honduras

Coral island skirted by reefs home to whale sharks. The beaches feature white sand and palm trees.

Cayos Cochinos
Cayos Cochinos

La Ceiba, Honduras

Group of fifteen islands surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs, a natural habitat for many marine species.

Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda

Roatán, Honduras

First Garifuna settlement in Honduras founded in 1797, where inhabitants maintain their ancestral traditions, dances, and cuisine.

Pico Bonito National Park
Pico Bonito National Park

La Ceiba, Honduras

Natural reserve of 1073 square kilometers including tropical rainforest, rivers, and waterfalls. The area hosts jaguars and over 400 bird species.

Museum for National Identity
Museum for National Identity

Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Building showcasing exhibitions on Honduran history and culture. The museum includes pre-Columbian artifacts and displays about the country's development.

Lake Yojoa
Lake Yojoa

Honduras

Freshwater lake spanning 79 square kilometers. The area offers local restaurants serving fish and birdwatching activities.

Santa Bárbara Mountain National Park
Santa Bárbara Mountain National Park

Honduras

Protected area surrounding the second-highest mountain in Honduras. The park contains cloud forests and hiking trails.

Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park
Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park

Honduras

Natural reserve of 20,000 hectares featuring mountainous terrain covered with rainforests, hiking trails, and several natural waterfalls.

Garinagu Cultural Center
Garinagu Cultural Center

Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Cultural institution displaying the history, traditions, music, and dances of the Garifunas, an ethnic group of African and Amerindian descent.

Christ of Picacho
Christ of Picacho

Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Religious monument in white concrete standing 20 meters tall located atop El Picacho mountain at 1240 meters elevation.

La Tigra National Park
La Tigra National Park

Tegucigalpa, Honduras

First national park in Honduras created in 1980, including 238 square kilometers of cloud forests, waterfalls, and diverse animal species.

Iguana Marine Park
Iguana Marine Park

Roatán, Honduras

Iguana conservation center with educational program and observation trails. Visitors can feed and photograph the reptiles in their natural habitat.

Valle de Ángeles
Valle de Ángeles

Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Former colonial mining town from the 16th century hosting craft workshops specializing in woodworking and furniture making.

Pulhapanzak Falls
Pulhapanzak Falls

Honduras

This 43-meter-high waterfall allows for canyoning, swimming, and hiking. A suspension bridge offers a view of the falls.

West Bay Beach
West Bay Beach

Roatán, Honduras

This 2-kilometer white sandy beach offers dive sites with coral reefs and a wide variety of tropical fish.

Gumbalimba Park
Gumbalimba Park

Roatán, Honduras

20-hectare forest trails with monkeys, parrots, and tropical vegetation. The park includes botanical gardens and animal observation areas.

Tabyana Beach
Tabyana Beach

Roatán, Honduras

Long beach lined with palm trees featuring white sand and coral reefs. Diving gear and restaurants are available on site.

Maya Key
Maya Key

Roatán, Honduras

5-hectare site including replicas of Mayan temples and a cultural center. The island also hosts a wildlife sanctuary.

Macaw Mountain Bird Park
Macaw Mountain Bird Park

Copán, Honduras

4-hectare conservation center specializing in macaws and other tropical birds. The park offers guided trails and feeding areas.

Hieroglyphic Stairway
Hieroglyphic Stairway

Copán, Honduras

Mayan monument of 63 steps built in the 8th century, containing more than 2000 carved glyphs recounting the history of Copán's rulers.

Carambola Botanical Gardens
Carambola Botanical Gardens

Roatán, Honduras

Collection of tropical plants over 40 hectares showcasing orchids, palms, and fruit trees native to the Caribbean.

Luna Jaguar Hot Spring
Luna Jaguar Hot Spring

Copán, Honduras

Natural hot springs located in the forest with several hot water pools at different temperatures and walking trails.

Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay

Roatán, Honduras

Half-circle coastal bay bordered by palm trees and local restaurants, with a coral reef accessible from the beach.

Barbareta Marine Park
Barbareta Marine Park

Islas de la Bahía, Honduras

Protected island featuring coral reefs, beaches, forest trails, and several remnants of pre-Columbian civilizations.

Celaque National Park
Celaque National Park

Gracias, Honduras

Mountain range covered with cloud and pine forests, crossed by rivers and housing natural hot springs.

Cusuco National Park
Cusuco National Park

San Pedro Sula, Honduras

Mountainous area covered with rainforest inhabited by quetzals, howler monkeys, and numerous endemic species.

Lancetilla Botanical Garden
Lancetilla Botanical Garden

Tela, Honduras

Botanical research center founded in 1926 presenting a collection of 2000 tropical plant species across 1700 hectares.

Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve
Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve

Honduras

Honduran natural reserve of 8000 square kilometers covered with rainforest, home to jaguars, howler monkeys, and scarlet macaws.

Caratasca Lagoon
Caratasca Lagoon

Honduras

Brackish water stretch of 1200 square kilometers linked to the Caribbean Sea, surrounded by mangroves inhabited by manatees and turtles.

Finca el Cisne
Finca el Cisne

Copán, Honduras

150-hectare family farm producing coffee and cocoa, offering plantation tours and demonstrations.

Moskitia
Moskitia

Honduras

Territory of 20,000 square kilometers covered by rainforest, traversed by rivers, and dotted with swamps, habitat of the Miskito people.