Travel Honduras - Honduras Travel Guide

Traveling in Honduras

Honduras is a beautiful country and a pleasure to travel in. Things are a little more laid-back here and also you'll find prices lower than the surrounding countries. Tourism in Honduras is still relatively low-key which makes it a great destination for the independent traveller. Petty crime, as in much of Central America can be a problem. Don't wander around the poor areas of town after dark or even in the downtown areas of any sizable cities. Smaller towns are generally more safe. Just take the usual precautions.

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Honduras - Quick Facts

Local Language: The official language of Honduras is Spanish.

Visa Requirements: Canadians are allowed in Honduras without a visa, however there is a "Tourist Card" which will be stapled into your passport.

Health Risks: dengue fever, yellow fever, malaria.

Costs: It's quite easy to get by in Honduras without breaking the budget. On $25 a day you can get a decent hotel room, three meals and your transportation. You can up that to $40 - $50 in the cities if you want to live the high life.

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Travels in Honduras

Tegucigalpa (don't worry - It's commonly referred to as Tegus) is the capital of Honduras. The city is located at a high altitude (about 1000m above sea level) and is surrounded by picturesque mountains. There are many attaractions located around Tegus and you'll easily be able to spend a couple of days looking around.

One of the most popular sites, especially for Catholics, is the Virgen de Suyapa which is the patron saint of Honduras. The virgin is believed to be responsible for hundreds of different miracles. The Basilica de Suyapa is located close to Tegus and is often a site of pilgrimage.

The Bay Islands, off the coast of Honduras, are great for diving and snorkeling. The islands are called Utila, Roatan, and Guanaja and enjoy the same series of coral reefs as Belize.

If beaches are more your thing, then Tela is the place. It's a small beach town with great food and accommodation and is the perfect place to just chill and relax on the beach.

Hotels and Hostels in Honduras

You can get a decent room in most parts of Honduras for around $10 and as per usual you can certainly spend more than that depending on your level of comfort. Check the links below for hotels and hostel options in Honduras.

Hostels in Honduras
Hotels in Honduras

Flights to Honduras

Honduras is well connected to the rest of Central America and you can get flights here from all around the region. Most flights arrive in Tegus. Check the link below for flight options to Honduras.
Cheap flights to Honduras

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