Pigeon Cay, Nurse Sharks & Mangrove Tunnel Adventure
Experience one of Roatan’s most unique full-day adventures with a journey to the island’s East End, a boat ride through the mangrove tunnels, and an unforgettable visit to Pigeon Cay.
Travel through local island communities before heading out by boat to explore Roatan’s mangrove tunnels and continue to Pigeon Cay, where you’ll snorkel with nurse sharks and rays in the clear Caribbean water. This 6+ hour private Roatan tour also includes a stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
Duration: 6+ hours
What to Bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Comfortable clothing and shoes
- Sunglasses and a hat
- Waterproof phone case or dry bag
- Cash or card for lunch, drinks, and personal purchases
Tour Details
- Duration: 6+ hours
- Tour Type: Private transportation, guide, and island itinerary for your group
- Minimum: 2 guests
- Payment: Cash or PayPal
- Pickup: Hotels, resorts, Airbnbs, vacation rentals, and private homes across Roatan
What’s Included
- Private transportation for your group
- Friendly bilingual local guide
- Scenic East End island tour through local communities
- Boat transportation
- Boat ride through the mangrove tunnels
- Visit to Pigeon Cay
- Snorkeling with nurse sharks and rays
- Snorkeling equipment
- Pickup and return transportation
Lunch, drinks, and personal purchases are not included.
Cruise Guest Information
This tour is not available for cruise ship guests.
Because the Pigeon Cay, nurse shark snorkeling, and mangrove tunnel adventure takes 6+ hours and travels to Roatan’s East End, it cannot be reliably completed within a cruise ship port schedule.
If you are visiting Roatan on a cruise, we offer several other private Roatan excursions designed around cruise ship arrival and departure times.
What to Expect
This is a full-day Roatan adventure that combines island sightseeing, boat travel, snorkeling, and local experiences. Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel, resort, Airbnb, vacation rental, or private home before traveling toward Roatan’s less-traveled East End.
Along the way, your local guide will share information about Roatan’s communities, culture, history, and everyday island life. You’ll then board a boat and travel through the mangrove tunnels before continuing to Pigeon Cay.
At Pigeon Cay, you’ll get in the clear Caribbean water to snorkel with nurse sharks and rays, one of the most unforgettable marine experiences in Roatan. Guests should be comfortable getting in the water and spending part of the day traveling by boat.
The tour also includes a stop for lunch at a local restaurant, giving you time to relax and enjoy local island food. Lunch and drinks are not included in the tour price.
Your transportation, local guide, and island itinerary are private for your group. Boat transportation and activity areas may have other visitors present.
Price per Person
per person
Kids 4 and under are FREE*
*Children 4 and under are free for the tour. Most activities either do not charge for young children or have age restrictions, so we do not include any activity fees for them upfront. If a child is able and chooses to participate in an activity that requires a ticket or fee, that cost will be charged and must be paid at the time of the activity.
Why Guests Love This Tour
Guests love this tour because it combines some of Roatan’s most unique experiences into one unforgettable full-day adventure. You’ll travel beyond the island’s main tourist areas, explore the mangrove tunnels by boat, visit Pigeon Cay, and snorkel with nurse sharks and rays in the clear Caribbean water.
With private transportation and a local Roatan guide, you’ll also experience the island’s East End, pass through local communities, and stop for lunch at a local restaurant along the way. It’s an incredible choice for travelers who want to see more of Roatan and experience the island both on land and from the water.
Pigeon Cay, Nurse Sharks & Mangrove Tunnel Adventure FAQs
How long is the Pigeon Cay and mangrove tunnel tour?
The tour lasts 6+ hours. The exact duration may vary depending on your pickup location, travel time, weather, and the pace of the day.
Will we snorkel with nurse sharks and rays?
Yes. Snorkeling with nurse sharks and rays at Pigeon Cay is a featured part of this tour.
Is snorkeling equipment included?
Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included for the snorkeling portion of the tour.
Do I need snorkeling experience?
You do not need to be an experienced snorkeler, but you should be comfortable in the water. Please let us know about any concerns before booking.
Is lunch included?
No. The tour includes a stop for lunch at a local restaurant, but the cost of food and drinks is not included in the tour price.
Can cruise ship passengers book this tour?
No. Because this tour takes 6+ hours and travels to Roatan’s East End, it is not available for cruise ship guests.
Is this tour private?
Your transportation, local guide, and island itinerary are private for your group. Boat transportation and activity areas may have other visitors present.
Where do you provide pickup?
Pickup and return transportation are available from hotels, resorts, Airbnbs, vacation rentals, and private residences on Roatan.