Sea Kayaking Adventure West Peak Inn

Guanaja - Bay Islands

"Honduras"

The island of Guanaja is the most remote and pristine of all the Bay Islands. Much of the area of this lush and hilly isle has been designated a wilderness preserve, without roads or cars. Even electricity is available only on a small portion of the island. Guanaja has no tourist shops or attractions other than the splendor nature has provided. The island people still rely on fishing for the basis of their economy. Guanaja offers truly world-class diving and snorkeling in a peaceful tropical setting. In addition to exploring the reef and island shores by kayak, there will be plenty of time for snorkeling at many of these best diving spots. Kayakers will hike to the crystal, clear pools of a spring-fed waterfall and paddle upon tranquil turquoise waters to small islands, coral atolls and the island town of Bonacca. To provide the freedom and ease of exploration West Peak uses only single Dagger kayaks - Apostles & Magellans - and quality gear. As paddles are a significant tool for good kayak control some guests may prefer to bring their own special paddle. Departing from West Peak beach, each kayaking trip is planned taking the experience of the paddlers and the current weather conditions into consideration. Prior to departure the guide will check each paddler's skills and outline safety procedures.

Sample Itinerary:

Day 1 (Saturday)
Arrive at the Guanaja airstrip early afternoon, and go by water taxi to West Peak Inn. Have dinner at WPI, and stroll the beach in a red tropical sunset.

Day 2 (Sunday)
Familiarization, kayak practice, snorkel, swim, and trip planning. Beginning kayakers will have the opportunity to learn and test their paddling skills.

Day 3 (Monday)
Breakfast at WPI , then depart up the north shore of the island. On route snorkel at Blue Rock, eat packed lunch. Set up camp in the evening on beach above Michael Rock. Stroll down the beach for dinner at Island House or another small, local cafe.

Day 4 (Tuesday)
Breakfast at Island House, hike to the waterfalls and cool off in the fresh water pools before returning to the beach. Kayak to Columbus cove - the landing spot of Christopher Columbus in 1502 - for an awaiting lunch. Kayak back to WPI for dinner or try for navigating 'round the northeast end of the island with an overnight in NorthEast Cay. (Itineraries from here to Friday will vary.)

Day 5 (Wednesday)
Early breakfast at WPI. Depart around the point and up the south coast toward the town of Bonacca. Lunch at a typical, small, local cafe in a stilted house in Pelican Bay. Kayak to the beach of a small private Cay and set up camp. Dinner at the main house with the German proprietor of the island.

Day 6 (Thursday)
Breakfast on the isle before setting out to Kathrain Cay, raft together at one of the dive buoys for some excellent snorkeling (deep water exit and entrance from kayaks). Paddle into the main town of Bonacca for a walking tour of town with lunch at a local cafe or head out to SouthWest Cay. Kayak to WPI for dinner.

Day 7 (Friday)
A free day for hiking, swimming and beachcombing.

Day 8 (Saturday)
Early breakfast and morning departure from Guanaja; go by water taxi to the airstrip. airstrip.

Note -- This itinerary does not include circumnavigating the island, which is an option for paddlers wanting a more rigorous trip, and weather permitting. Kayakers also can choose, for a moderate extra charge, to add a day of scuba diving to their itinerary. Although previous kayaking experience is not necessary, all participants should be in good health, fit, able to swim and have some boating knowledge. Due to the remoteness of the location, the lack of many amenities, and the paddling distances, we do not recommend these trips for children.

West Peak Inn is the base for sea kayaking trips. Guests begin and end their trip staying in cabins with private baths and during the journey kayakers will tent camp on beaches around the island nestled among the coconut and ficus trees a mere stones throw from the surf. All meals will be served in various small resorts and cafes - usually family style and consisting of fresh fruits and vegetables and fresh caught seafood, as well as some local meat and dairy products. Toilet and shower facilities will also be available to kayakers at the various resorts. During the season West Peak supplies much of its own fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, plantain and mangoes. WPI also runs its own generators for power and has its own well/water system. Evening lighting is a combination of generator, windpower and flashlight. All guests should bring a flashlight for evening walks between cabins or for moonless night strolls along the beach..

General Information

Rated: Easy

Private departure per person
	2
USD	$ 1116
EUR	€ 927
GBP	£ 625

(*) Price last updated on 15 March 2006. Current price may vary due to elements out of our control, so please always check by sending us a
quotation request .
Sea Kayak trips can be arranged year-round. Trips this year are best scheduled for Friday to Friday with actual departures from West Peak on Sunday followed with three nights out, and returning back to West Peak on Wednesday afternoon. Price is per person, double occupancy as necessary, and includes all Honduran taxes.
Rates include the 16% Honduran Taxes

Included:
Price includes cabin accommodation at West Peak, tents, kayak equipment (single-man sea kayaks with rudders, skirts, paddles, life jackets, pumps, large dry sacks) and three meals per day at various resorts and cafes around the island of Guanaja. Meals will be served at West Peak in the thatched roofed, screened-in bar/restaurant and at other inns and resorts about the island. Except under exceptional situations no meals are cooked on the beaches. All guests will be met at the Guanaja airstrip upon their arrival by a West Peak representative and transported by boat to West Peak Inn and returned to the Guanaja airstrip at the conclusion of their stay.

Not included:
The costs incurred for flights into Honduras and out to the islands are not covered. These bookings need to be arranged separately. WPI can help with domestic flight reservations if needed. During their stay guests will need to pay for bar drinks. Scuba diving can easily be arranged upon arrival or included within the trip when booking. The diving rate may vary slightly but is approximately $50 per person per day which includes both morning and afternoon dives. Upon departure from the country, there is an airport exit fee of $25 per person which is paid at the San Pedro Sula airport.

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