Labor Day Getaway to Roatan

      Roatán, Honduras

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      Blue Planet Scuba
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      Aug 31 - Sep 7, 2019
      Group size: 11 - 13
      Labor Day Getaway to Roatan
      Roatán, Honduras

      Blue Planet Scuba
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      148 reviews

      Aug 31 - Sep 7, 2019
      Group size: 11 - 13

      About this trip

      Join Blue Planet for a week of world-class diving in beautiful Roatan! Escape your worries and relax on this beautiful island where amazing dive sites are only minutes away. Explore West End, a funky beach community with plenty of shops, bars and restaurants, or retreat to Cocolobo, our new home away from home surrounded by tropical gardens and amazing sea views. 

      Roatan

      The largest of Honduras' Bay Islands, Roatan offers some of the world’s best diving plus top side adventures and gorgeous vistas. Located on the world’s second largest reef system -- the Meso-American Barrier Reef -- the fringing coral reef ecosystem surrounding the island is simply stunning and you can access incredible dive sites in minutes. 

      The Diving

      Minimum dive certification/experience:  Perfect for beginners. A great spot to complete your Open Water Diver certification, Advanced Open Water Diver and more. 


      Formed by the Bonacca Ridge, an underwater mountain range, there are three major coral reef formations in the waters around the island of Roatan. The Cayman trench is located just west of the island, bringing with it rich nutrients which feed a variety of species and give way to one of the world's richest marine ecosystems. 


      Roatan's dramatic walls in warm, crystal-clear waters drop off into the purple depths of the Caribbean while its healthy, varied reefs are teeming with colorful marine life. Several large wrecks lie just minutes from shore. Soaring eagle rays, diverse schools of tropical fish, alongside sharks and garden eels are just a bit of what you’re likely to see. And with water temperatures averaging 80 degrees or better and visibility ranging from 50 to 100 feet, Roatan is a favorite among visitors who love to experience thrilling diving in comfort. We're looking forward to diving with our friends at Reef Gliders again.

      Other Activities

      There’s plenty to keep you occupied top side as well. Explore the mangroves, visit a local nature park and learn more about Roatan's history, get a massage, zipline, sail, snorkel, relax on the beach or wander through West End or West Bay.

      Cocolobo

      Cocolobo is a paradise in Roatan's West End. All condos have ocean views while cottages and homes are surrounded by lush gardens. The resort offers two pools to enjoy, plus a huge sun deck, BBQ, honor bar and lounge. Accommodation options include spacious ocean-front condos with kitchenettes and balconies, or a room in a two-bedroom home with a full kitchen and plenty of space. Cocolobo is a five minute walk to the heart of West End Village and the white sandy beach of Half Moon Bay.  

      Travel

      You should plan to fly into Roatan's Juan Manuel Galvez Interational airport (RTB) on August 31. From there, it's a quick ride to the West End. You can fly home at any time on September 7. Please email or call the shop before booking your flight!  

      Cancellation Policy

      Upon cancellation of a reservation for any reason, the refund of the deposit and payments made or due will be contingent upon Blue Planet reselling the participant's reservation. Any refund may also be subject to a $100 cancellation fee and payment of any non-refundable fees imposed by the tour company, dive operator or any other contractor associated with the trip. 


      Dive accident insurance is required for all divers on this trip. We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect your vacation investment. Contact us if you need more information. 

      What’s included

      • 7 nights at Cocolobo
        Double or single occupancy available
      • 10 boat dives
        5 days of 2-tank boat dives
      • Continental breakfast
        At Cocolobo
      • Lunch on dive days
        At Reef Gliders' on site cafe
      • Marine park fees

      What’s not included

      • Flights
        International flights to Roatan
      • Airport transfers
        We'll organize vans for the group
      • Air conditioning
        $10/day per room
      • Tips
        Tips for the boat's excellent crew

      Available Packages

      Top Floor Ocean Front Studio, Double

      Double occupancy in a spacious ocean-front condo with new furnishings, kitchenette, ceiling fan, air conditioner (fee), cable tv, wifi, spacious bathroom with hot water and large balcony with hammock and seating to enjoy the ocean view and breeze! Condos have exposed wood finishing, high ceilings, floor to ceiling glass sliding doors to enjoy the Caribbean Sea view from bed! 


      Bedding options: 1 king bed, ideal for couples or singles, or 2 double beds, reserved for single travelers sharing a room.


      Want a single? Bringing a non-diving companion? Contact us for pricing!

      $1,020
      Deposit: $500
      Top Floor Ocean Front Studio, Single
      $1,500
      Deposit: $500
      Ground Floor Ocean Front Studio, Double

      Double occupancy in a spacious ocean-front condo with new furnishings, kitchenette, ceiling fan, air conditioner (fee), cable tv, wifi, spacious bathroom with hot water and large balcony with hammock and seating to enjoy the ocean view and breeze! Condos have exposed wood finishing, high ceilings, floor to ceiling glass sliding doors to enjoy the Caribbean Sea view from bed!   


      Bedding options: 1 king bed, ideal for couples or singles, or 2 double beds, reserved for single travelers sharing a room.


      Want a single? Bringing a non-diving companion? Contact us for pricing!

      $950
      Deposit: $500
      Ground Floor Ocean Front Studio, Single
      $1,360
      Deposit: $500
      Two Bedroom Garden Home, Double

      Double occupancy in one of two bedrooms in a beautiful island home overlooking tropical gardens and the back garden pool. Enjoy spacious bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms downstairs, full size kitchen and living rooms upstairs with large outdoor covered balconies to enjoy relaxing, a BBQ or drink! Plus air conditioners in each bedroom (fee), washer & dryer, BBQ on deck.


      Bedding options: first room has 1 king bed, ideal for couples or singles, and the second room has 2 double beds, reserved for single travelers sharing a room.


      Want a single? Bringing a non-diving companion? Contact us for pricing!

      $1,020
      Deposit: $500


      Itinerary

      Saturday
      Arrival in Roatan

      Arrive at the RTB airport and transfer to West End. Check in at Cocolobo and the dive shop. We can walk into town for dinner.

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      Blue Planet Scuba
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      Reviews

      We had a great time! The accommodations at Simpson Bay Resort were excellent, as was the food, and the location. Ryan and Jen did an amazing job planning everything, excellent dives and group dinners! They are very professional, knowledgeable and fun. The night dive was really cool! We had a great group of divers and most went on that dive and all on the six day-time dives to various locations. Lots of aquatic life (e.g., turtles, rays, lobster, shrimp, all kinds of fish), a decent amount of coral, and a few wrecks to swim around and look into. There was abundant aquatic life around the wrecks. The only bad thing is it ended too quickly. I would go again and most likely extend my stay by a few days on one end or the other.
      By Stephen M for Weekend Getaway to St Maarten on May 05, 2024
      Easy. Easy in the best possible way. That's the word that most comes to mind in reviewing my few days in Sint Maarten/Saint Martin. I was looking for a quick and easy getaway to get back in the water after a longer than desired pause in diving -- and that's exactly what I got. As always, it takes a lot of hard and excellent work to make something easy, and the Blue Planet crew certainly put in that work. The arrangements were all superb, from being met at the airport to our final meal together. Jen, Ryan and the entire crew couldn't have been kinder or more professional. They all made the trip a complete pleasure -- both underwater and on land. They were an absolute delight and I would recommend Blue Planet trips unreservedly. Thank you for a wonderful re-entry into the underwater world!
      By David B for Weekend Getaway to St Maarten on May 04, 2024
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      Had a great time with a packed dive trip.
      By John K for Scuba and Freediving in Grenada on Apr 24, 2024
      Great group of people and nice relaxed diving. Fully enjoyed the trip and thanks to Anthony for ensuring everything ran smoothly.
      By Richard H for Scuba and Freediving in Grenada on Apr 16, 2024
      Another great trip with Blue Planet. Everything was seamlessly planned ahead of time, from setting up accommodations to arranging things with the dive shop (shout out to Eco Dive!) to communication about all the details. Anthony was a fantastic trip leader. He thought of everything (finding places for the group to meet for meals, making reservations, arranging taxis, talking to the dive shop about schedules etc. He took care of all the small bumps associated with travel and just made everything smooth and comfortable. Plus, he’s just fun :) The diving in Grenada was beautiful and the island was lovely and welcoming. Five stars for sure! Can’t wait for my next trip.
      By Virginia L for Scuba and Freediving in Grenada on Apr 15, 2024
      Glad you had such a good time on the trip! Always fun to have you on a trip and can't wait for our next one together.
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