If you’re looking for a unique vacation that includes warm weather, white sand beaches and easily accessible marine life, then West Bay, Roatan should be on your radar. Often confused with the nearby West End, West Bay is a protected marine reserve that’s a short water taxi ride away from West End. And although West Bay can be quite busy, if you’re looking for quiet yet luxurious accommodations, the areas surrounding West Bay will fully meet your needs. Here we introduce why L’Alize is one of the premier Roatan house rentals West Bay: truly the perfect vacation spot.
West Bay Basics
In West Bay, Roatan you’ll find one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Clean, well serviced and a must-visit destination, you’ll have access to a mile of white sand beaches and clear, calm ocean water. The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second largest barrier reef system in the world, is literally only yards off the beach. Perfect for swimmers and snorkelers, you’ll have instant access to all the sea life that the reef system offers. And although you can scuba dive in this amazing marine ecosystem, you don’t need certification to get up close with the coral.
Snorkeling
The West Bay snorkeling area is huge, to say the least. It’s also very calm and the water is incredibly clear which allows for great visibility. As the coral reef is only about 30 feet away from the shore, you’ll be in the midst of active sea life shortly after you enter the water. There’s a large channel in the reef that allows you to swim straight out from shore that eventually connects with another channel that runs parallel to the shore. These channels allow you to get an up close look at the reef while also opening the possibilities of seeing larger fish and turtles.
Scuba Diving
For those who want to go a little deeper, West Bay also offers great scuba diving conditions. The protection provided by the lagoon shelters the water from the wind and currents making for ideal diving conditions almost all year round. World class dive sites scatter the coast and offers rich marine life among its cliffs, crevices and maze-like canyons.
Other Activities
There are plenty of other water based activities in West Bay for those looking for a bit more adventure. You can rent jet skis, paddle boards and kayaks. You can also parasail, head out on fishing expeditions or view the coral beds from a glass bottomed boat. West Bay is also the location of free-diving competitions in May. Known as the Caribbean Cup, this competition draws free-divers from all over the world to see who can dive the deepest while holding their breath without the use of any breathing apparatus.
Your West Bay Stay
If you’re looking for Roatan house rentals near West Bay, the perfect vacation spot is available to you at L’Alize. You’ll be close to the white sand beaches, have easy access to the coral reef and will only be a cheap and short water taxi ride away from West End. Visit Roatan in style!