Around The Island
Though Guanaja's Caribbean pine forests were flattened by Mitch, there's still some decent hiking across the island. A wonderful trail leads from Mangrove Bight up to Michael's Peak , the highest point of the entire Bay Islands (412m) and down to Sandy Bay on the south coast, affording stunning views of Guanaja, Bonacca and the surrounding reef. Fit walkers can do the trail in a day, or you can camp on the summit, provided you bring your own provisions. Some of the island's finest white-sand beaches lie around the rocky headland of Michael's Rock , near the Island House Resort on the north coast, with good snorkelling close to the shore. Diving is excellent all around the main island, but particularly off the small cayes to the east, and at Black Rocks, off the northern tip of the main island, where there's an underwater coral canyon. To get to these sites you'll have to contact one of the hotel-based dive schools: the Island House Resort usually has the best rates at around US$70 for two dives including equipment. Fishing and snorkelling can be arranged with local boatmen, who charge US$10-15. In many areas, however, the reef is close enough to swim to if you have your own snorkel gear.
worth the trip!guanajamama says "Guanaja is amazing - - - beautiful reefs and beaches, lovely people. Be prepared for sandfleas or you'll be frustrated. Try 7% or 9% deet products (OFF or Cutters) - - that's all you need. Also note that the hike to the waterfall just became much more easy. A local hotel owner recently groomed the trail and although it's still a bit rough, it's much easier to follow. Don't miss the waterfall!"
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