West bay and Roatan was great. Before our trip we we always stock up and our travel gear from traveladdicts.shop . In Roatan be mindful that “winter” is there rainy season so it will rain. Also there are many people in mopeds and motor bikes that wip around you. When you get to west bay beach be prepared for the beach peddlers they are relentless.

Snorkel the wall! Once you find the wall, snorkel it! Loved seeing conch shells on the floor, colorful fish. Go when tide is lowest for best snorkel views. Stayed at west end and took $5 water taxi to the beach. Unfortunately bad weather kept water taxis from running so grabbed a car taxi to get back to west end. (Glad we stayed at West End because West Bay is even more touristy.)

3 couples on this self guided excursion from Princess Cruise ship. I contacted Larson Bodden via email for the trip to West Bay Beach. He was the BEST! Every contact was very professional, and quick. We met him outside the walk through entrance that goes to the street at the port. This was the only area that was questionalble about safety. He/We found each other by mentioning his name to the others that were there offering excursions. They all seemd to know him. He had a private van for 6 with air and good seating. The trip to and from the beach were uneventful and good. He even bought us beer and water on the trip to the beach. After arriving and getting us setup, we agreed on a return time and he left us in good hands. The entry cost included chairs and internet, but the umbrellas were $10. Yes you need the umbrellas and there are not enough for all, so get them asap. We all had a good time, and really appreciate Larson Bodden for the help. His contact is larsonbodden41@gmail.com. He and his son operate their business, so feel confidient in either person for your trip!

Very trustworthy & professional Business. First time I booked an excursion not with the cruise ship. I highly recommend Five Stars. Our tour guide & driver, Daniel was very accommodating & knowledgeable. It was an awesome day!

We met Larson Bodden on our way out of the port as previously arranged. Larson’s communications were excellent and he was really pleasant and told us all about his family. We walked a short way out of the port to his car that was clean, air-conditioned and in good order. We had arranged to go to Fosters at West Bay Beach and that turned out to be a good decision as it was a beautiful white sandy beach with crystal clear blue water with the reef some way off shore ( boat needed). We were asked by Larson for $20 each for the entrance fee to Fosters resort (although the wristband had $15 on it….bit of a mystery!?). The entrance fee covered the hire of sunbeds and use of showers and restrooms for the day. We pitched ourselves in front of the bar and then there was another $5 requested for each umbrella required….although we only needed 2 umbrellas as they were very large and most of us were in the water snorkelling anyway. Drinks at the bar were very reasonable ($4 for a Corona) although we didn’t try any food, it looked and smelled lovely and wasn’t expensive. After taking a boat out to snorkel the reef, that was a bit expensive at $60 each, we discovered that you could actually wade out to the reef from in front of the Infinity resort at the far end of the beach but it was very busy there and for us, snorkelling out over the main reef was a good experience (be aware getting back on the boat after snorkelling was not easy as the access ladder was rather makeshift!). We had negotiated the transport price up front and Larson was happy that we pay him on our return to the port. He charged $25 per person for the transport there and back, that seemed reasonable. Larson was very prompt to pick us up after our day at the beach and was a careful safe driver. Overall it was just what we were looking for and although the boat trip seemed a bit pricy it was overall good value for money. I was glad we made contact with Larson before we got off the ship and didn’t have to bother with the hordes of taxi drivers vying for customers at the port exit. I would very much recommend Larson, but just ensure you fix all the prices before you commit yourself! Also all payments were required in cash, so have plenty with you as it disappeared fast and there is no ATM at the resort. Thank you Larson, much appreciated.

This is my favorite beach in Roatan. Many great restaurants on the beach to pick from from bar food to fine dining. Cruise ships do bring customers to this beach in the day, but by 3pm most are gone. They help support the restaurants and after they leave you have the beach and business much less crowded and many run specials for the locals. Great snorkling also Many choices in lodging in easy walking distance or on the beach

Larson Boden was awesome ! Answered be promptly , picked us up where he said he would , took us to a beach and picked us up to take us back to ship. Very nice, reliable and did not take us to every gift shop along the way. We wanted to go to a beach and that is where he took us. Fare is very reasonable. The beach was fine, a little touristy but not too crowded. We had chairs , umbrellas and beverages. Very nice day! Thank you Larson !

Absolutely beautiful beach with plenty of food places and beach chairs to rent. We made sure to go on a non cruise ship day as we heard it can get absolutely packed. Thursday and Friday morning was great- we walked alll the way down to the far west end to the wall- awesome snorkeling all the way out to the rock!

This is my favorite vacation area on the island. We love the entire island but West Bay has something for everyone. Close to West End too. Hotels, vacation homes, restaurants and lots of activity.