La Ceiba sits between the Caribbean Sea and the mountains of Pico Bonito, so you can raft a river in the morning and watch the sunset on the beach the same day. These are the best experiences from the city, with everything you need to plan them.

Clear water and granite boulders on the Cangrejal River, La CeibaRafting the Cangrejal RiverClass II to IV rapids among giant boulders, 20 minutes from downtown.Read the guide →Jungle-covered mountains of Pico Bonito National Park, La CeibaHiking Pico BonitoJungle trails, waterfalls and swimming holes in the north coast’s best-known park.Read the guide →Palm-covered cay surrounded by turquoise sea in Cayos Cochinos, HondurasCayos CochinosSnorkeling, white sand and a Garifuna lunch on a protected reef.Read the guide →Cuero y Salado Wildlife RefugeMangrove boat rides, monkeys, birds and the home of the manatee.Read the guide →Palm-roofed houses and boats in Chachahuate, a Garifuna village in Cayos CochinosGarifuna CulturePunta music, history and tapado in Sambo Creek and Corozal.Read the guide →Beach with a palapa and boats on the island of Utila, HondurasDiving in UtilaLearn to dive on one of the cheapest islands in the world.Read the guide →Carved Maya stela in the Copán archaeological park, HondurasCopán and Hot Springs in 2 DaysMaya ruins and hot springs in a 2-day trip.Read the guide →Temple II on the Great Plaza of Tikal, GuatemalaMaya Ruins: Copán and TikalThe two great Maya cities, in Honduras and Guatemala.Read the guide →

More to enjoy

  • Beaches: the city seafront for sunset walks, and quieter beaches east toward Sambo Creek and Corozal.
  • Carnival: every May, La Ceiba hosts the Gran Carnaval Internacional de la Amistad, Honduras’ biggest party, with a float parade, live music and neighborhood street parties.
  • Nightlife: the Zona Viva, in the La Isla neighborhood by the sea, is packed with bars, restaurants and clubs.
  • Bay Islands: ferries to Roatán and Utila leave daily from the La Ceiba dock.

Plan your trip

Photo: Dennis García, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.