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Bananarama Dive Center offers the full range of diving activities on the worlds' second largest barrier reef. Experienced staff, small groups and the best dive sites make diving with Bananarama an unforgettable experience.

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Hours Today: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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Carretera Pavimentada Principal | Bananarama Dr., West Bay, Roatan, Honduras

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905kenf

8720

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Great dive school

I recently completed my PADI Open Water Certification with Conor at Bananarama divers and was very impressed with the thorough instructions. Conor did a great job of making sure that we were all comfortable with each stage of the course and in the water application...More

Thank 905kenf

Hello, Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review! It's great to hear that you had a fun and safe time learning to dive with us! Sending new divers out into the world is always a pleasure, and we take pride in our...More

MLJJD

2

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Dive In

Great experience diving with everyone. Very friendly and helpful staff at the center. Pleased with the ratio of staff to divers. Marco, Zoe and Martin were very knowledgeable and made my time with them very memorable. Looking forward to returning to Bananarama in the future.More

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank MLJJD

Hello, Thank you for your kind compliments and comments, you're too nice! It was a pleasure having you dive with us, and it makes it worthwhile knowing you enjoyed yourself feeling comfortable and safe the whole time! We appreciate the review and thank you for...More

dylanflyfish

2

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Excellent resort!!

We have stayed here twice and had a great experience both times. They have a variety of room/cabana sizes. Super clean. Very safe. Staff is very friendly and super helpful. The dive shop is great. Connected to the Thirsty Turtle restaurant with great drinks and...More

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank dylanflyfish

Hello, We appreciate your kind review! Thanks for coming to stay with us and diving here at Bananarama. We're glad you had a good time and would love to have you back! We try our best to accommodate everyone while also providing a safe and...More

Roy-Kerri B

Kansas City, Missouri

1730

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Dive shop is great!

I have dove with allot of shops on the island and I have to say there guys are 1st class! Marco Zoe Martin and Lanita are great DMs there make you feel like you have dove with them for years on your 1st dive! Stop...More

Thank Roy-Kerri B

Hello, Coming from someone with a lot of diving experience here on Roatan your comments mean a lot to us. Thank you for leaving us the kind review and for spending your time diving with us. We're glad we could make you both feel comfortable...More

Thomas B

Point Pleasant, NJ, United States

179

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Great for snorkelers too

Marco, the Dive Master, his daughter, Zoey, Martin, Montana, Debbie, and the boat operators were all great. We went out with the divers but snorkeled instead. Each trip was different. Each trip was fantastic. These was snorkeling in 5 - 30 ft. of water close...More

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank Thomas B

Hello Thomas, Thank you for the review, and kind words about our dive shop. Although we are called a "dive shop" that does not limit us to only divers! Although most divers will say nothing beats being under the water, being on it isn't so...More

Kevin T

1

Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

An amazing dive team

This is my first visit to Roatan, I decided to stay at the Bananarama resort for a fun diving experience. I was given an incredible one on one refresher dive course to regain my confidence and knowledge on diving, after being absent from diving for...More

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank Kevin T

Hello Kevin, Thank you for choosing us as your dive team while in Roatan. We are excited to hear you had a good time while feeling safe/comfortable the whole time. We're happy we could help you get in the water again to experience our beautiful...More

Tfarmitage

1

Reviewed February 12, 2019

Under the sea, that’s where we’ll be.....

My husband and I loved diving with this group. Though I am a long term diver my husband had completed his open water with Bananarama and Zoey was amazing! The water was never my husbands friend but she made it very easy and thanks to...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Tfarmitage

Hello, We're so glad to hear you had an amazing time diving with us! Congrats to your husband on the OW, it's something not everyone can do! Coming from an experienced diver we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your diving with us, we...More

Paul M

269

Reviewed February 7, 2019

Safe and fun diving in a convenient location!

During our last two Roatan visits we dove with Bananarama. On one visit we did our advanced certification. On that same visit, they took our non-diving friends on a discover dive. Both of the beginner discover diving and advanced training were well organized and met...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Paul M

Hello Paul, I'm sure other divers here on trip advisor will appreciate your detailed review, thank you for taking the time to leave it. We're glad you felt safe diving with us and had a fun time as well. Congratulations on the advanced certification! It's...More

DeDacMan

Elie, Canada

62

Reviewed February 3, 2019

"Stellar"

Bananarama Dive Center is attached to the Bananarama Resort and is easily accessible from most of West Bay, we stayed off the beach and it was a 5 minute stroll each morning. Having dived for many years and in various parts of the world I...More

Date of experience: December 2018

1 Thank DeDacMan

Hello Mark & Kirsten, Thank you for the amazing review, we're thrilled to hear your experience was "stellar"! We take pride in our work and appreciate your kind comments. Here on Roatan we get all different levels of divers and know the importance of patience...More

CoastalPaigeBrown

Wilmington, North Carolina

239

Reviewed February 1, 2019

Caring, friendly, and professional

Our dive instructor, Andrea, made us feel that our comfort and enjoyment we of utmost importance. Caring and enthusiastic, she made it easy and fun. When my husband had difficulty clearing his ears, Andrea was very patient and helped him work through it. The rental...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank CoastalPaigeBrown

Hello, Thank you for the kind review, we're glad your experience with Andrea and the rest of our staff was exceptional and are glad to hear you and your husband had a good time. Ear troubles are never fun and our dive masters definitely understand...More

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JennNutting

what type of boats do they have for diving? is it easy to get back into the boat? ladder or platform??

February 1, 2017|

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I posted a pic of the boats in the reviews of the dive center, as I can't find a spot to post the pic here. Hope the info helps!! Great staff and crew there!!

RedDevilScuba

Hi I am a fully fledged dive store in Canada who runs trips to the caribbean I have 7 divers plus myself and was wondering what the cost of a dive package for 5- 2 tank morning dives and a night dive would be and would I be free or discounted.? Look forward to your quick reply Gary Smith

November 5, 2015|

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I don't work for Bananarama so I can't answer your question about what they could do for you and your group. You need to contact Marco at the dive shop through their website. I think they have a contact us form on the Dive... More

Gina B

I am looking to get scuba certified then dive. Can this be done there at the dive shop. Or do uou have to come certified. Thanks gina

September 29, 2015|

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Yes, you have no worries with them - they will teach you and then practice with you and then take you for a great adventure. I recommend them very highly!

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