Nov 7, 2024
Simply the best! - Where do I begin this excursion was amazing. The tour guides to such good care of us. His name was Marlon he started by picking us up from the port and driving us to the ATV. We made stops along the way to see the most beautiful views from the top of the mountains.
When we got to the ATV’s he was very thorough on going over the everything. I was very nervous but he reassured me an even sat with me to make sure i was ok.
Overall if you are ever in Honduras this is definitely the tour book 100%
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Sep 21, 2024
Definitely a great excursion! - We had a great time on this excursion! Marlon was super friendly and fun! Saw really cool areas of Roaton!
Review provided by Viator
Aug 9, 2024
Roatan ATV Tour with all the best bits! - I decided to book this amazing tour with @sunfriends_roatan the tour is owned & operated by 3 brothers who were all fabulous from start to finish.
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The tour covers the best parts of the island, you’ll be collected from your hotel/ cruise port and whisked off to visit the Chocolate Factory and the Rum Cake Factory. You’ll then explore captivating sightseeing spots and capture memories at the renowned Rusty Fish local craft market and the vibrant Roatan sign.
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From there you’ll then head over to Mayan Eden, An eco-park where you can discover monkeys, sloths, macaws, deers and more in their natural habitats. Complete with knowledgeable guides on this guided tour, you will learn about their behavior, ecology and conservation efforts to protect them. You can then explore hiking trails and partake in bird watching.
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You’ll then head to your meeting point to mount your ATV’s for the Jungle Tour, you’ll embark on a thrilling 1.5-hour ride on rugged paths, navigating hills and soaking in the natural beauty, culminating in a beachside stop for photos near a shipwreck. You can finalise your tour with a beach break at the famous West Bay Beach and stop for an early dinner!
Review provided by Viator
Jul 29, 2024
Beautiful day with Sunfriends and Marlon - Our tour began from the Royal Caribbean cruise port in Roatan, Honduras. We simply followed the directions provided by the Sunfriends team. Marlon was waiting for us outside the port right on time. Our group of 8 walked to the parking lot, where a very comfortable air-conditioned minibus was waiting for us.
Then, we headed to the place where we would do the ATV tour. Marlon and his team gave us instructions on how to handle the ATVs, which were in perfect condition. We started the tour and ventured to some wonderful viewpoints where we could appreciate many local communities. Marlon and his team were always very attentive to our questions, explaining what daily life is like on their beautiful island and how they enjoy sharing it with every visitor. We made different stops at lookout points to take many photos. We also visited a local community and had the opportunity to drive along the seashore – truly an unforgettable experience.
We visited the Mayan Eden park, where our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about every animal he showed us.
We ended the tour by enjoying local food and the beautiful beaches in West Bay. We returned to the ship an hour before departure. We highly recommend this tour and hope to come back soon!
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Jul 28, 2024
Excellent excursion while on Roatan - Marlon runs a terrific tour! Very safe, affordable, and he is extremely personable. The ATV trek took us through local communities and areas out of the regular tourist paths—real Roatan. He was very accommodating. Highly recommended!
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Jul 22, 2024
Do not think twice you’ll be greatly satisfied! - Hands down the best excursion I’ve had worldwide. First the customer service was top tier, as soon as the booking was confirmed I received a call from one of the owners to tell me when and who was coming to pick us up. The communication between them was very fluid and clear. Marlon is so welcoming and great with people, we made a connection right away and he gave us a guided tour of the city, took us to see animals such as sloths and tucans, where we got to touch and pearl them, and restaurants with delicious local food. The greatest moment was ofc the quad excursion through the jungle, which was terrific, Marlon guided us to the beach assisted by Wilson who was in charge of making the best memories of our time ! Our expectations were exceedingly surpassed and we couldn’t have asked for better!
Thank you so much Sunfriend team , can’t wait to come back
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Jul 14, 2024
ATV Adventure - We had an incredible time on our ATV tour in Roatan with Marlon and his team! They were professional, knowledgeable, and made sure we felt safe and comfortable throughout the adventure. The routes they chose showcased the stunning landscapes and hidden gems of Roatan, making the experience both thrilling and scenic. The ATVs were in excellent condition and easy to handle. This tour exceeded our expectations in every way, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in Roatan!
Review provided by Viator
Jul 1, 2024
Great Tour - Everything was as expected and on time. Walked off the ship and to the meeting place. Marlon is a great guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. ATV ride was fun. None of us had ever ridden before. So easy. Went through small villages / neighborhoods, up and down some hills, dirt road, paved road and ended up on the beach! Mayan Eden was perfect. Had everything we wanted to see. Not crowded. Chocolate factory was a nice quick stop. Ended with an hour+ at West Bay beach. Dropped us back at the ship. Would definitely do it again.
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Jun 28, 2024
Amazing!! - An amazing way to celebrate my birthday with my husband!! ATV ride in the rain (so much fun), wonderful tour of the island with great views throughout the tour and amazing food for lunch at Paradise! Marlon and Wilson were great tour guides and hosts. Amazing customer service! They definitely made sure that we had a safe, memorable and fun experience!!
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Jul 24, 2024
Decent tour but make sure you do all the things advertised - I was traveling alone so had a true private experience, which was great. At the same time, I would not necessarily say the description of this tour is accurate (or I got ripped off).
To begin, we started with the ATV tour which is what I was most looking forward to. I got a VERY quick tutorial and we were on our way (not even a waiver to sign). The operator had his brother with him who helped keep his eyes on me but also took pictures and videos, which was great and highly appreciated. However, a few things about this part weren’t quite as I was expecting. For starters, I picked this tour because it was advertised as a 1.5 hour ATV ride and we were done and back in the car in 45 minutes. The beach was flooded so we didn’t go as far as normal (though I don’t know how far that really is), and maybe because it was just me everything was faster, but I was a little annoyed since I specifically picked this tour for the length of the ATV portion. Secondarily, I was looking forward to riding through the jungle (also as advertised) and this tour really doesn’t do that. You’re really driving on a dirt road on top of a hill. Great views, but I thought I was also getting jungle.
The craft market was great and my guide got some great pics of me at the Roatan side. The sloth/monkey park is done with one of the park’s tour guides and it was fine. The park guide told me the animals are rescues but I don't fully believe that but that’s neither here nor there. It seems these types of parks are all over the island.
When we got to the rum cake factory, I was basically told to just go inside alone and come out whenever I’m ready which was fine but also felt a little strange.
We skipped the chocolate factory as I was staying in that area and was fine skipping. However, we also skipped the “beach break” at West Bay Beach, which I was not consulted about and was in a different area so I found that annoying.
Overall, my guide was very nice but I don’t think I got everything I paid for/was advertised. He also didn’t give me much of an island tour, whereas my guide the next day pointed out all kinds of things during our drive.
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