Visiting a Garifuna Community is always fun, but above all, it can be a gastronomical adventure. The taste of seafood and Garifuna cuisine combine to create a unique gastronomical experience in Atlantida. Sambo Creek is no exception to this reality, and there are several great options where you can treat your taste buds. Most of the places to eat in …
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Sambo Creek, Gateway to Cayos Cochinos
Sambo Creek is a Garifuna Village that is within the environs of the Municipality of La Ceiba. It is also within the buffer zone of Nombre de Dios National Park. As is the case with all the Garifuna communities in Honduras, it is right on the coast. Sambo Creek offers a window to Garifuna traditions, as well as to some …
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Overnight at Cayos Cochinos
Cayos Cochinos are arguably the most unique jewel within the Honduras Caribbean. It is no surprise that tours to this national park within La Ceiba, have become the most popular tour in this part of Atlantida. Most tours depart to Cayos Cochinos from the Garifuna Village at Sambo Creek. However, there are also tours departing from Corozal, Nueva Armenia and …
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Motorcycle Tour in Tela
After a good night sleep thanks to my adventure last night in Punta Izopo, I am ready for a new adventure. I booked the motorcycle tour in Tela with Garifuna Tours. This is just another of the many great tours that they offer. As with most of their tours, the departure point is at their offices next to the Lancetilla …
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National Parks in Tela
The city of Tela is right on a lovely bay on the western end of Atlantida. Half of the protected areas in Atlantida are to be found within or around Tela. As such, it is a perfect hub to plan visits to the different National Parks in Tela. Without doubt, the most visited national parks in Tela are the Jeannette …
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La Ceiba’s National Parks
La Ceiba is the largest city in Atlantida and is also the capital of the department. Among its many assets as a tourist destination are La Ceiba’s National Parks. La Ceiba has four protected areas in or around its municipal limits. Without doubt, the most famous of La Ceiba’s National Parks is Pico Bonito National Park. This is the …
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A Visit to Tornabe
Today I had the pleasure of visiting the Garifuna community of Tornabe. This is one of several Garifuna villages spread throughout the lovely Tela Bay. The community is right next door to the high end Indura Beach and Golf Resort. So, if you want to enjoy the same beach at a fraction of the price, you should consider making a …
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My very own Punta Izopo Adventure
The Punta Izopo National Park offers the perfect setting for an interactive adventure in nature. Today, my unique adventure begins next to the Lancetilla River in Tela, where Garifuna Tours has its offices. This company has been established in Tela for over 25 years and is a pioneer in eco adventure tours in the Bay of Tela. Once we are …
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Los Olingos Lodge at Los Micos Lagoon
A small, magical lodge can be found in the remote shores of the lagoons within Punta Sal National Park. I am talking about los Olingos Lodge at Los Micos Lagoon. This is the largest coastal lagoon in Atlantida and offers a unique window into this national park. The easiest way of getting to Los Olingos Lodge at Los Micos Lagoon …
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