Utila
Utila is the smallest and most laid-back of the Bay Islands of Honduras. It is a friendly little island known around the world for its diving.
Utila is famous because the giant, gentle whale shark, the biggest fish in the ocean, often swims in its waters. Divers and snorkelers come from everywhere hoping to see this amazing spotted giant.
Whale sharks
Whale sharks are as long as a school bus but eat only tiny sea creatures, so they are completely harmless. Spotting one gliding by is a magical moment people never forget.
Learning to dive
Utila is one of the cheapest and easiest places in the world to learn scuba diving. Patient instructors help beginners take their very first breaths underwater.
Island life
The island is small enough to explore by bike or on foot, with colorful wooden houses along the water. Everyone is friendly, and the pace of life is slow and happy.