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Utila Guided Tours - by Iguana Station guides

Iguana Station Building  ©IRBS

The Iguana Station, a short walk away from Utila Town’s main road, plays a crucial role in the conservation of the endemic island’s iguana species Ctenosaura bakeri, called ‘Swamper’ or Wishiwilli’. In addition to tours of our Iguana Research & Breeding Station exhibition, we also offer guided tours of the island of Utila.

Iguana Station Volunteers ©IRBS

• Iron Bound Hiking Tour
• Rock Harbor Hiking Tour
• Combined Rock Harbor / Iron Bound Hiking Tour
• Pumpkin Hill Hiking Tour

Iron Bound Hiking Tour

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Male Swamper Iguana  ©IRBS

The rocky shores of
Iron Bound ©IRBS

Perhaps one of the most unique natural spots in all of Honduras is Iron Bound. Massive volcanic rock formations where the Atlantic Ocean hits so hard that you can hear it from afar. The name of this spot renders a picture of hardness and force, but once you’re there you feel quite the opposite. The sound of the waves breaking over ancient stones is rather soothing, and makes you want to set up a hammock and read poetry on the wild beach. Ghost crabs, rainbow lizards, frigate birds, swamper iguanas (endemic), and chitons, are some of the animals that can be seen here.

     Tour Price: 150.00 Lempira ($US 8.00 approx) per person
Tour Duration: 4 Hours (approx)
                        (3 persons minimum tour group size)

Rock Harbor Hiking Tour

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Sandy Beaches of
Rock Harbor  ©IRBS

Break into a world unknown to the common visitor of Utila. Rock Harbor, a large, beautiful bay and the main nesting site in Utila for the endangered Utila Iguana. Go as long as it is possible, because unfortunately streets and buildings are planned in the area. Crystal clear turquoise waters caressing immaculate coral reefs, a white-sand beach shaded by coconut and almond trees, and the most comfortable silence you will find around. But there’s a catch. To get to this paradise you have to cross one of the thickest mangrove forests of the island. Swamper iguanas (endemic), hummingbirds, wading birds, and an infinity of sounds will accompany you along the way.

     Tour Price: 150.00 Lempira ($US 8.00 approx) per person
Tour Duration: 4 Hours (approx)
                        (3 persons minimum tour group size)

Combined Iron Bound and Rock Harbor Hiking Tour

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Utila Bush land on the route to Rock Harbor  ©IRBS

Rock Harbor Pond  ©IRBS

For people who like long walks with varying landscapes- sandy beaches, mangroves- from Rock Harbour crossing Jake’s Bight Bay to Iron Bound’s rocky coast and returning through Utila’s dry forest. You definitely get wet when you walk around 100 meters across Jake’s Bight Bay. The best opportunity to see most of Utila’s ecosystems and varied wildlife.

     Tour Price: 150.00 Lempira ($US 8.00 approx) per person
Tour Duration: 4 Hours (approx)
                        (3 persons minimum tour group size)

Pumpkin Hill Hiking Tour

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View of Pumpkin Hill  ©IRBS

For people who like long walks with varying landscapes- sandy beaches, mangroves- from Rock Harbor crossing Jake’s Bight Bay to Iron Bound’s rocky coast and returning through Utila’s dry forest. You will definitely get wet when you walk around 100 meters across Jake’s Bight Bay. The best opportunity to see most of Utila’s ecosystems and varied wildlife.

     Tour Price: 150.00 Lempira ($US 8.00 approx) per person
Tour Duration: 4 Hours (approx)
                        (3 persons minimum tour group size)