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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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Kevin T

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Reviewed 6 days 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

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Reviewed 1 week ago

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

268

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

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 2 weeks ago

"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

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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

229

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

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

951fire

Toronto, Canada

142

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Great trip

Excellent dive shop. I have tried others in West Bay and this is the best. Maximum 8 divers per boat usually 6, sometime they have gone out with only three of us. More dives you do the better the pricing. Excellent dive masters for beginners...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank 951fire

Hello Robin, Thank you for choosing us as your dive team, and for your kind and detailed review. Safety is always our main concern, we're glad you felt comfortable and had a fun time! It's good to hear you enjoyed your dives with us and...More

sea2ski

Sheffield Lake, Ohio

2212

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Great getaway

I have been diving with this outfit since I started visiting Roatan seven years ago. Every time...it’s a consistent experience....a professional team, a great set-up, fast boats to nearby dive sites, and a friendly atmosphere.More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank sea2ski

Hello, I'd like to thank you for choosing us each trip for such a long time, 7 years! I'll take that as we're definitely doing something right, but will always try to improve! Thank you for sharing your experience here at Bananarama, and we look...More

diversteve102014

Edmond, Oklahoma

3711

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

great group

This is a very friendly, professional, helpful dive operation with fast boats that take smaller groups of divers to the best dive sites on Roatan. The boats pull right up to the beach and the staff takes care of most of your gear. (You do...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank diversteve102014

Hello, Once more thank you for the detailed review(s), it really helps us and other trip advisor users out! Pilot whales are very rare to see, but an amazing sighting so you must have brought some good luck with you on your trip! We do...More

hotravel

Oklahoma

32

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Great dive shop

This was my 4th time diving with the team at Bananarama. They are very professional and safety conscious, but also friendly and lots of fun. The equipment is in good condition and the 3 boats are comfortable with canopies and well maintained by the staff....More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank hotravel

Hello, Thank you for diving with us for the 4th time! To come back 4 times we must really be doing something right! We're so glad you enjoy, and enjoyed your time with us, and appreciate the kind and detailed feedback. I think we agree...More

Mike99yrs

Water Valley, Canada

2111

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Staff is still incredible

We have been going here for years and they continue to provide an excellent experience. The staff are friendly, helpful, safety conscious, great teachers, observant and great at finding the big and little things. Without Marco and his team this would not be the same....More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Mike99yrs

Hello Mike, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience here with others. We are so glad you enjoyed yourself during your time here. It's nice to know when our divers feel safe, comfortable and accommodated without taking away the fun of their...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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