Omoa

Omoa is a quiet fishing village on the Caribbean coast of Honduras, close to the border with Guatemala. It is best known for the Fortaleza de San Fernando de Omoa, the largest Spanish colonial fortress in Central America, built in the 18th century to defend the coast from pirates.

Getting to Omoa from La Ceiba

The drive from La Ceiba to Omoa takes about 3.5 to 4 hours, passing through San Pedro Sula and Puerto Cortés. Omoa is about 1 hour from San Pedro Sula, so it is easy to combine with an airport transfer. Omoa is also a good stop on the way to Guatemala through the Corinto border crossing.

Things to do in Omoa

• Tour the Fortaleza de San Fernando de Omoa and its small museum.
• Relax on the beach and eat fresh fish at the seafront restaurants.
• Hike to the waterfalls in the hills behind the village.
• Take a boat trip along the coast toward the Cuyamel area.

Book your transfer to Omoa

Book online or contact us for shuttles and private transfers to Omoa or onward to Guatemala.