Honduras
Central America · Americas
- Capital
- Tegucigalpa
- Currency
- Honduran Lempira (HNL L)
- Language
- Spanish
- Timezone
- UTC-6
- Safety rating
- 5/10
- Best time to visit
- The dry season from February to May brings excellent diving visibility and reliable weather across the islands and mainland.
Overview
Honduras is best known for the world-class, affordable diving around Roatán and Utila in the Bay Islands, where reefs teem with marine life. The mainland offers the spectacular Maya ruins of Copán, lush cloud forests, and the Caribbean coast's Garífuna culture.
Visa requirements
Citizens of the US, EU, Canada, and many other countries enter visa-free for up to 90 days under the CA-4 agreement.
Safety information
Crime rates are high in cities like Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula, so most tourists fly directly to the safer Bay Islands. Avoid displaying valuables, skip night travel, and use trusted transport and guides.
Travel tips
Carry lempiras for everyday purchases, though US dollars are accepted on the Bay Islands. ATMs can be unreliable outside cities, so plan cash withdrawals ahead. Dive certifications here are among the cheapest in the world.