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Places to Visit in Honduras

As San Pedro Sula (SAP) is one of Honduras’s main transport hubs with easy connections to all regions of the country. Using San Pedro Sula as a base, you can explore some of the best local attractions, including the Mayan Ruins of Copan and Pulhapanzak Waterfall. If you want to stay closer to the city, take a hike to Angeli Gardens, an al fresco cafe with beautiful views over the forest.

Must-Sees in Honduras

Once you’ve gotten your bearings and have explored San Pedro Sula, you may want to see other attractions.

• Puerto Cortés: Dive into this port city’s calm waters at Playas Municipales or Playa de Cienaguita. Stay late into the night to experience its vibrant nightlife and get a taste of local Honduran dishes in any of the dozens of restaurants and bars along its coast.
• Parque Nacional Mico Quemado: See amazing caves, bathe in cold and thermal springs, hike through the woods, and learn about the Pre-Columbian era in this national park’s archaeological sites.
• Santa Bárbara Mountain: If you feel like exploring, head to this protected area to catch sight of hundreds of different bird species, over 90 types of orchids, and dozens of other endemic species.
• Lago de Yojoa: The largest natural lake in the country offers plenty to do, from birdwatching to hiking, cave exploration to swimming in hot springs, as well as exploring coffee plantations and Mayan ruins to fishing.

The Weather in Honduras

Honduras has a tropical climate, so it can be very warm and sunny. The mountain ranges and coastal areas tend to have cooler weather year-round. The dry season is between November and April, while wet season lasts from May to October. It is important to note that the Caribbean has a hurricane season too, which lasts from June to November.