Honduras Tours

Visa requirements may change, for the most up to date information we recommend using our Entry Requirements tool. Alternatively, check the Honduran embassy website in your country of departure.

Recommended vaccinations for Honduras include diphtheria, hepatitis a, rabies, tetanus and typhoid. As advice can often change, you can check out Entry Requirements tool for the most up-to-date details on vaccination requirements.

Generally, the best time to visit Honduras tends to be from December to April or May, when it’s the dry season and temperatures hover around 27 to 32°C (80.6 to 89.6°F). May to August tends to be hot and humid, and keep in mind that you’re in the hurricane belt, so be prepared for storms and downpours from August to November.

Honduras has a tropical climate with temperatures tending to range from around 26 to 33°C (78.8 to 91.4°F) throughout the year. As with most tropical countries, there’s a dry season (December to April or May) and a wet season here (May or June to November), and rainfall reaches its peak in September when it averages around 127mm (5 inches). The driest month tends to be January — depending where you are in the country of course. Even though hurricanes are extremely rare here — the last major one was the devastating Hurricane Mitch back in 1998 — it pays to be aware that they sometimes do pass through here.

Tipping is fairly common across Latin America, especially in restaurants and bars where 10% is added to the bill. Of course, if you’ve enjoyed a particular other service, then you’re more than welcome to tip! There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides or drivers we use. Recommendations for tipping drivers and local guides would range from USD $5-10 USD per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture. Plus, at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is more than appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline USD $5-7 per person, per day can be used. Please also note that there will be an entrance tax for Honduras of USD $3 per person if you’re arriving by land. This fee is USD $38 if you’re arriving by air — however, this may be included within the price of your air ticket.

You’ll find Wi-Fi in most restaurants, hostels, hotels and in some public spaces too in Honduras. Expect it to be fairly good, but in rural areas expect it to be more limited. As many places here are also run by generators, expect Wi-Fi to often go down during bad weather and downpours.

While ATMs are widely available in most towns and cities, there are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work in Honduras. Check with your bank before you travel. Credit cards and debit cards are very useful for cash advances, and Visa cards are the most widely accepted cards here. You should be aware that to purchase products or services on a credit card a fee of 5%-10% usually applies. Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money — bring USD in cash too. As currency exchange rates can fluctuate often we ask that you refer to the following website for daily exchange rates: www.xe.com.

Even though it’s officially legal to be LGBTQ+ in Honduras, it’s still a relatively conservative country, so public displays of affection should be avoided — particularly when outside gay venues in the cities and in more liberal areas like Utila and Roatán. As part of their commitment, all CEOs receive LGBTQ+ inclusion training so every traveller feels respected and welcomed on all of our tours. We commit to making our tours a safe and inclusive place for people to express their authentic selves without judgement, free from any discriminatory language or harassment. While travelling with G Adventures, all travellers must treat each other with dignity and respect to create an environment that is positive, safe, and where everyone feels welcome. You can find out more via our LGBTQ+ travel page.

The official language of Honduras is Spanish, which is spoken by almost all of the population. English and indigenous languages like Ch’orti’, Tol, Pech/Paya, Miskito, and Garifuna are spoken by certain communities here too.

In a word, no — tap water in Honduras isn’t safe to drink. Bottled water is widely available though and relatively cheap. Please note however that all drinks provided on our tours are safe to drink (including drinks with ice), as well as the water in most hotels and restaurants visited on tour. If in doubt, please ask your CEO for further info.

Most visits to Honduras are safe, however, it should be noted that there are fairly high levels of crime here — particularly within cities like San Pedro Sula, Tegucigalpa and La Ceiba. You should be wary of pickpockets in large towns and cities, and there are certain areas of the country which should be avoided due to gang activity. You should also be aware that there are hurricanes here which occasionally make landfall. Take heed of local warnings. G Adventures takes all reasonable measures to ensure your safety and enjoyment while travelling with us. All of the included activities are properly vetted and regularly checked by us, and we take great care in choosing the right transportation, stays throughout your trip, and guides to lead your tour. However, there are always inherent risks when travelling — you can find out more via our travel safety page.