You can visit 8 protected areas in Atlantida! Atlantida has a total extension of 4251 square kilometers as its geographic territory, and about half of it is under protected status. Atlantida is certainly a nature lover’s paradise! With three different and distinct hubs, each complementing each other, Atlantida is a rich and diverse nature destination: Tela, on the western end …
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The Cacao Lagoon, a Jewel in Nombre de Dios National Park
Morning was spectacular at Villa Helens hotel in Sambo Creek. I slept like a baby after my visit to the jungle hot springs yesterday. Since I am within the Nombre de Dios National Park, I decided that I should take advantage and visit the Cacao Lagoon. This body of water is a Jewel in Nombre de Dios National Park. It …
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Cayos Cochinos: A True Caribbean Paradise!
With a name like the Hog Cays, you might not feel attracted to visit. But believe me, Cayos Cochinos is a true Caribbean Paradise! The Hog Cays are a small archipelago at the southern end of the Mesoamerican Reef. This reef system is the second longest barrier reef in the planet, but it is also the most biodiverse! Some of …
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Exploring Corozal, a Garifuna Village in La Ceiba
There is no question that the Caribbean coast of Honduras is Garifuna territory. The municipality of La Ceiba is no exception and has two different Garifuna villages: Corozal and Sambo Creek. Today I am exploring Corozal, a Garifuna village that I fell in love with. It is very easy to get to Corozal. It stands next to the CA13 highway …
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Flo’s Atlantida Adventures: Discovering Cayos Cochinos
Hey guys! Get ready for one of my most exciting outings: the famous Cayos Cochinos. If you have no idea what I’m talking about here’s a bit of a background; it’s part of the second largest coral reef in the world; the Mesoamerican reef. It consists of two main islands and 13 cays. So with high hopes for the afternoon I …
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Beaches in Atlantida
Beaches in Atlantida: So many you will have trouble finding your favorite one! You will find that there are many different options to choose from when it comes to beaches in Atlantida. We have grouped our beaches into three categories: recreational, authentic and natural. Recreational beaches, which are those that are easy to reach, these are generally in front of …
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Reefs and Cays
Atlantida is on the Caribbean Coast of Honduras, and as such offers a variety of reefs and Cays. Without doubt, the most famous diving destination in Atlantida is Cayos Cochinos, also known as the Hog Cays, a small archipelago that consists of two small islands and 13 tiny cays. Cayos Cochinos is a protected area, and as such, there are …
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