Virgin Voyages' guide to Roatán, Honduras

The Bay Islands, three alluring isles off the northern coast of Honduras, are home to lush jungle canopies, endless white-sand beaches, and electric blue waters. Pirates, the Spanish, the English, and just about everyone else fought over Roatán, Utila, and Guanaja, but the coveted jewel of Honduras has always been Roatán. Its true beauty lies beneath the waves in the Mesoamerican Reef — attracting scuba divers, snorkeling enthusiasts, and thousands of species of marine life.

Journey through the jungle on an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on your way to a private beach. You'll take the wheel and drive a winding jungle trail, going across a river bed and up a mountaintop to reach two overlooks. Along the way, you'll see iguanas, tropical birds, and other wildlife in the lush landscape. Afterward, relax and swim at a private beach.

Conquer the Extreme Adventure Park’s three adrenaline-pumping activities: an 11-line zip-line, 8 suspension bridges over the jungle and the Zuperman Zip, the only forward-facing speed-blazing zip-line on the island. Don’t worry, if the Zuperman Zip seems too intense, you can skip it and repeat another activity. When you arrive at the park, you’ll be divided into groups and briefed on safety instructions before gearing up. After your adventure, enjoy free time before heading back to the pier.