Are you considering making a move to Roatan? You likely have many questions surrounding the jump. Such as how to acquire residency, who to hire to build your home, and importantly “what will my lifestyle be like?” Luckily, Roatan has a little something to offer for everybody! Whether you’re into extreme sports, such as kiteboarding, or simply enjoy lounging in a hammock with a good book or a West Bay Beach break. There’s a niche for you on our beautiful island!
For The Adventurer
If you’re into extreme sports, you’ll love spending your weekends learning to kitesurf at Camp Bay Lodge. The KiteSurf school is located on the East End of the island, where it receives prime wind along unbeatable stretches of virgin beach. Open from December to September
For The Scuba Diver
Probably the most popular pastime on Roatan, aside from sunset Salva Vidas, would be scuba diving! Roatan is home to numerous dive shops and instructor schools. Learn tech diving and explore deep shipwrecks, hone your underwater photography skills, or simply hang out at 40’ admiring the incredible underwater landscape. Roatan’s reef is part of the Mesoamerican Reef – the second largest reef system in the world!
For The Conservationist
Roatan offers numerous opportunities to get involved in the fight to save the ocean. Organizations such as the Roatan Marine Park, MARAlliance, or the Bay Islands Conservation Association are consistently hosting beach clean ups and other efforts that allow the community to give back. If you are looking for volunteer opportunities outside of ocean conservation, there are several other charities that are always looking for help or donations, including the SOL Foundation for children, ROAR for animals, and Clinica Esperanza.
For The Yogi
Roatan is quickly transforming to become the next yoga destination. Daily classes are held at Sun Yoga, a second level palapa located on the beach in West End. Unalome Yoga Roatan recently opened in West Bay, offering daily retreats into Roatan’s jungle as well as Reiki Treatment and Ayurvedic Cooking Lessons. If you’re looking for more UMPH in your exercise regime, Roatan is also home to several gyms, including the locally owned Active Fitness Center in West End.
For The Introvert
Sometimes all you want to do is curl up in a hammock and enjoy a good book! The Booknook, located at Hotel Chili’s in West End, offers books of all genres for you to enjoy. There are also plenty of cafes to enjoy a tea or coffee with your new book, including Cafe Escondido in West End or Cafe 314 in Sandy Bay.
