Tela

Honduras, Central America

Tela, located on the Caribbean coast of Honduras, enchants visitors with its stunning beaches, lush nature reserves, and vibrant Garifuna culture. Known for its picturesque white sand beaches, Tela offers exceptional snorkeling and diving opportunities at the nearby Punta Sal National Park. The area's rich biodiversity, combined with its historical significance and lively local music scene, makes it a perfect retreat for adventure seekers and beach lovers alike. Explore the unique culture and unmatched natural beauty that Tela has to offer!

Quick facts

Target stay

3-5 days

Type

Town

Vibe

Relaxing

Airport

Tela

Known for

Beach

Hiking

Leisure

Wildlife

Best time to visit
Jan
Feb
Mar
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7 Best Things to Do in Tela

1

Est. 3 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Explore Punta Sal National Park

Immerse in nature with diverse wildlife and beaches.

No booking required
2

Est. 2 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Visit Tela's Garifuna Culture

Experience rich Garifuna heritage through music and dance.

No booking required
3

Est. 4 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Relax at Tela Beach

Soak up sun and enjoy the Caribbean waters.

No booking required
4

Est. 2 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Tour the Lancetilla Botanical Garden

Discover exotic plants in one of the largest gardens.

No booking required
5

Est. 5 hrs

Seasonal

Family-friendly

Snorkel at the Bay Islands

Explore vibrant coral reefs teeming with life.

Booking required
6

Est. 1.5 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Try Local Cuisine at Restaurante La Roca

Savor authentic Honduran dishes by the beach.

No booking required
7

Est. 2 hrs

Seasonal

Family-friendly

Participate in Tela's Carnival

Join vibrant local festivities with music and parades.

No booking required

Need to know, before you go

Country info

Tipping

Expected (~10-15%)

Tapwater

Not safe to drink

Safety

1 2 3 4 5

Low

LGBTQ+ safety score

-7 (#118 globally)

Cost

Cheap

Currency

Lempira

Majority religion

Christian

Language

Spanish

(<20% speak English)

Best dishes to try

Plato Típico

Traditional plate with rice and beans. (National dish)

Baleadas

V

Flour tortillas with beans and cheese.

Sopa de Caracol

Conch soup with coconut milk and spices.

Yuca con Chicharrón

Fried cassava served with pork cracklings.

Tapado Olanchano

Seafood stew with plantains and coconut.

Phrases to learn

English

Spanish

Hello

Hola

(Oh-lah)

Yes/No

Si / No

(See / No)

Thank you

Gracias

(Grah-thee-ahs)

Excuse me

Perdón

(Per-dohn)

How much?

¿Cuánto?

(Kwan-toh)