Private Tour
Private Tour to Monkey and Sloth Sanctuary with Optional Add-Ons and Stops
Overview
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This is definitely one of Roatan's most popular shore excursions. You will have the chance to visit one of the best animal sanctuaries on the island and hang out with precious animals likes sloths, monkeys, birds and more. And if that's not enough, you can also choose to do a canopy tour/zip-line adventure at Mayan Eden.
You will also have the option to add-on a beach pass at Paradise Beach Resort, located right on the best beach in all of Central America, West Bay Beach (Voted before into the top 20 beach destinations in the world on Travelers Choice Awards). And if you don't want to do the beach or want to add something tasty, you can add-on a visit/stop at The Roatan Chocolate Factory in West End. At the chocolate factory you will receive a factory tour to see how its made, learn a lot about chocolate and Honduras and of course try 12 different kinds of jaguar friendly and internationally renowned chocolate. Get ready for a wholesome experience on our beautiful island.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Wi-Fi and Security
Air-conditioned vehicle
Towels are not included
Gratuities
Food and Drinks
$2 to buy a beer/drink or buy something in their souvenir shop.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Mayan Eden
Sloth time anyone? Mayan Eden is the perfect place to hangout with sloths in Roatan. This amazing animal sanctuary is situated in the jungle and is the home of precious animals like sloths, monkeys, birds and more. You can also choose to do a canopy/zip-line tour at Mayan Eden.
El Faro
Optional Stop: This is the perfect photo opportunity between West End and West Bay! You can see both sides of the island from one of the highest peaks in Roatan. The view is simply amazing. Admission: To go in, you will have to pay $2, buy a beer/drink or buy something in their souvenir shop.
Options
Animal Sanctuary + Zipline
Add a Zip-line Adventure: After visiting the animal sanctuary, participate on a canopy/zip-line adventure at Mayan Eden. Get your thrill on!
Duration: 2 hours: 1 hour at the sanctuary and 1 hr Zip-lining your way through the Mayan Eden. Enjoy the view!
Pickup included
Sanctuary + Chocolate + Beach
Beach Pass + Chocolate Factory: We stop by the chocolate factory and then take you to Paradise Beach for a day pass at the beach in West Bay.
Duration: 4 hours: 1 hour @ the Animal Sanctuary, 2-3 hours @ the beach & 1 hr in West End including the chocolate factory
Chocolate Factory Info: Just a short distance away, you will visit the chocolate factory to get a tour, learn about chocolate & try all the chocolate
Pickup included
Sanctuary+Zip+Beach+Chocolate
Sanctuary+Zip+Beach+Chocolate: Do it al! Visit the Animal Sanctuary, join a zip-line adventure, relax at the Beach and visit the chocolate factory.
Duration: 5 hours: 1 hour @ the Animal Sanctuary, 1 hr zip-lining, 2 hours @ the beach & 1 hr in West End including the chocolate factory
Chocolate Factory Info: Just a short distance away, you will visit the chocolate factory to get a tour, learn about chocolate & try all the chocolate
Pickup included
Sanctuary & Chocolate Factory
Visit the Chocolate Factory: After hanging out with sloths at the animal sanctuary, we will take you to The Roatan Chocolate Factory for a special treat!
Duration: 2 hours: 1 hour at the sanctuary and 1-1.5 hrs in West End including a stop at the Roatan Chocolate Factory.
Chocolate Factory Info: Just a short distance away, you will visit the chocolate factory to get a tour, learn about chocolate & try all the chocolate
Pickup included
Sanctuary+Zipline & Beach Pass
Sanctuary+Zipline & Beach Time: Choose this option if you want to visit the animal sanctuary, join a zip-line adventure and relax @ the beach to end your day
Duration: 5 hours: 1 hour at the animal sanctuary, 1 hour for zip-lining and 3 hours at the beach!
Pickup included
Sanctuary & Beach Pass
Beach Time at West Bay Beach: After visiting the sanctuary, we take you to Paradise Beach Resort with a Day Pass to enjoy the rest of your day @ the beach.
Duration: 3 hours: You can spend as little or as much time as you want at Paradise Beach Resort on West Bay Beach, one of Roatan's top resorts.
Pickup included
Visit a Sloth & Monkey Sanctuary
Info: We take you to Mayan Eden Animal Sanctuary where you can hangout with sloths, monkeys, birds and more amazing animals.
Duration: 30 minutes: Around 30 minutes at the animal Sanctuary.
Pickup included
Sanctuary+Zip-line+Chocolate
Sanctuary, Zipline & Chocolate: Visit the Sanctuary, join a zip-line adventure and visit The Roatan Chocolate Factory in West End.
Duration: 3 hours: 1 hour at the Sanctuary, 1 hour zip-lining and a 1 hour in West End including a stop at the Roatan Chocolate Factory
Chocolate Factory Info: Just a short distance away, you will visit the chocolate factory to get a tour, learn about chocolate & try all the chocolate
Pickup included
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful private tour - sloths, butterflies, monkeys, birds, iguanas, chocolate!
kathleenaF4080HJ,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dani was an amazing tour guide! He got us everywhere safely. We did a private tour (the wives) while the husbands went zip lining. We went to the sloth and monkey sanctuary, the iguana sanctuary, and the chocolate factory with great local shopping at each location.
Mario is the BEST!
Renee A,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing day with Mario! He was courteous, informative, and friendly! The Sanctuary was so fun! Definitely wear comfortable shoes as the terrain in uneven & a bit rocky.
Great experience with expert tour guide
E2197JBmiguela,
Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely great tour given by Orlando. He was very knowledgeable about the island and drove us safely and expertly around Roatan’s hilly terrain. Mayan Eden was so much fun and the sloths and monkeys were our favorites. After visiting the Chocolate Factory and getting some ice cream, Orlando took us to a wonderful restaurant with a beautiful overlook and great food. Thank you RTGA!!!
Great stop on Roatan
Jennifer G,
Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on this excursion! Our driver Lisbeth was wonderful and didn’t just drive us to the sanctuary but brought us to a great spot for pics! She also offered additional stops if we wanted. She was very knowledgeable about the island and gave us great info on the way to & from the sanctuary (she waited for us so no delays making our way back.) the sanctuary was great - we got to take pictures with a sloth (no holding allowed), feed monkeys, see butterflies & beautiful birds!
10/10 Highly Recommend!!!
Brian S,
Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Let me preface this review by saying that we had a private tour with the party of 12. Catering to the individual needs of a group that big can be very challenging. First, the tour provider; This tour provider was amazing!!! They far exceeded our expectations in both their customer service and attention to detail. Our tour guide Darby was especially memorable. Her and our driver went out of their way to make sure that our needs were met. Even without being asked she was able to tell where a potential problem could have lied and made adjustments to fix that problem immediately. She made us feel valued as customers and provided an experience that was truly one-of-a-kind. If the tour provider owner is reading this, Darby is definitely a staff member you wouldn’t want to lose!!! As for the animal sanctuary; It was wonderful and exceeded my expectations. The capuchin monkeys were a highlight of the experience. I loved that it was a sanctuary with free roaming animals that interacted with you opposed to a zoo like feel where you had to go into cages for interactions. Our tour guide at the sanctuary was knowledgeable, informative, and brought a sense of fun and intimacy to the interaction. As for the West Bay Beach; It was simply amazing! The turquoise waters and white sand beaches were perfect. The resort pool was beautiful situated near the beach and under a jungle canopy. He was very tranquil and a perfect experience for our group that love to just lay and read in the shade. We had a personalized weight staff who was on top of our every need constantly. Even though the drink and food prices seem reasonable, I would expect to pay at least $200.00 per couple for an afternoon of drinking and eating. Overall, this was an amazing one of a kind experience that I would highly recommend for any group of any size.
5 Teen Approved
Colette W,
Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I have 5 teens w me on spring break... this was a great excursion for a fraction of the cost as thru the cruise line. Our guide was friendly and safe and all the girls had a great time!
Wonderful experience! We...
Aly D,
Mar 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience! We absolutely loved it. Holding the sloths, monkeys, toucan, & kinkajou was so cool.
Unforgettable Private Tour: Wildlife, Chocolate, and Local Delights in Roatan
Gladiz M,
Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time on our private tour to the Monkey & Sloth Sanctuary! From start to finish, the experience was unforgettable. Our guide Angel at the sanctuary, was not only professional but also extremely friendly and knowledgeable. He made us feel at ease and shared fascinating insights about the local wildlife and culture. We had the chance to take pictures with the monkeys, sloths, and even toucans, which our son absolutely loved. It was such a fun and educational experience that we highly recommend to others visiting the area. After our visit to the sanctuary, we made our way to a local Chocolate Factory, where we learned all about the chocolate-making process. The staff was incredibly welcoming, and the shop was beautifully arranged with a wide selection of chocolate products. We even had the chance to taste some of the delicious chocolate! Dani, our tour guide, actually gave us the presentation about how chocolate is made, and he did a fantastic job explaining everything in detail. His knowledge of the process was impressive, and it made the experience even more enjoyable. The Chocolate Factory was located in a great spot, right in the downtown area of Roatan, with a lovely beach just on the other side. Afterward, we explored the area, enjoyed a coffee at a nearby shop, and then followed Dani’s recommendation to try some delicious Salvadorian pupusas next door. They were absolutely amazing, and the restaurant owner was so friendly and attentive—it was the perfect end to our tour. After about 3 hours of exploring, we were back at our cruise ship, feeling like we’d experienced some of the best of what Roatan had to offer. Dani truly made the day special with his insights into the history of the island and Honduras as a whole. This tour was definitely the highlight of our cruise, and we can’t wait to return for a longer visit. We will certainly be using Dani’s services again in the future! One tip: be sure to call the phone number on your reservation before leaving the port to meet your guide. I booked last minute and missed that detail, but Dani was easy to reach and we met up without any issues. He also speaks very good English so communicating was not a problem. Highly recommend this tour!
Amazing personalized tour!!
James T,
Mar 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mario our driver and guide was great as were all of the guides and trainers at the sanctuary! It was a very personalized tour with us and our family. Hands-on activity with birds, monkeys and sloths was so awesome!! We will return and do this activity again in the coming years. Highly recommended tour!!
Awesome Tour!!
Sabrina C,
Mar 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was amazing. Our guide Mario was awesome. He made us so comfortable and always was making sure we were having a good time. The animal park was so nice and the guide there was great. They took so many pics of us and did everything they could to make this memorable for us.
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