Arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel. Free day. Optional visit to Copan archaeological site.
Day 2: San Pedro Sula - TrujilloTransfer from San Pedro Sula to Trujillo. The Caribbean coast of Honduras is one of the richest regions in popular culture, contemporary history and tropical ecological diversity. It is also the region that possesses the greatest agricultural development. Along the way, we see lots of banana plantations located on the banks of the Aguán River. En route we will stop at interesting places to admire the views. Overnight in Trujillo.
Day 3: Capiro and Calentura National ParkEarly morning excursion to the Capiro and Calentura National Park, which is set on the mountain just behind Trujillo. The mountain offers a great view of the Trujillo Bay, one of the most beautiful in the country. The rest of the day you will learn about the rich history of Trujillo and the Garífuna villages Santa Fé and Guadalupe. Overnight in Trujillo.
Day 4: Trujillo - La CeibaLeisure time in the morning, and in the afternoon transfer to La Ceiba. La Ceiba is a city of amazing diversity and energy. We take a city tour and lunch. Before arriving at your hotel we will visit the Butterfly House, a 4,000 square feet enclosure that is filled with butterflies, tropical plants and flowers. Overnight in La Ceiba.
Day 5: Cuero and Salado National ParkEarly transfer to La Unión. Here we change our vehicle for a "burra" or "donkey" (man powered railway car) to the Cuero Salado Wildlife Refuge Visitors' Centre. Then we board a boat, which transports us into the tropical forest, through the various canals, estuaries and mangrove-bordered lagoons of the Salado River. There will be an excellent opportunity to view wildlife along the way. We return to La Ceiba in the afternoon, overnight in La Ceiba.
Day 6: Pico Bonito National ParkToday we go hiking in one of Honduras' most beautiful national parks, Pico Bonito. The park is home to a huge range of animal species. Some species that inhabit the park are Bairds Tapir, White Tailed Deer, Northern Raccoon, Nine banded Armadillo, Naked Tailed Armadillo, Jaguar, Mountain Lion, Kinkajou, Spider Monkey, White Faced Monkey, as well as to many bird species. Afternoon leisure time to enjoy the rich, tropical atmosphere in one of the most hospitable towns in Honduras. Overnight in La Ceiba.
Day 7: La Ceiba - River RaftingToday we go River Rafting on the Río Cangrejal with chances of class 2, 3 or 4 rapids, and home to some of the best white water in Central America. We enjoy the beauties of the landscape and return to La Ceiba in the late afternoon. Overnight in La Ceiba.
Day 8: La Ceiba - San Pedro Sula / Bay IslandsLeisure time during the morning to enjoy the atmosphere of La Ceiba. Afternoon transfer for the La Ceiba - San Pedro Sula direct bus or to the La Ceiba airport. (La Ceiba is the perfect spot to leave to the Bay Islands).