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Could Honduras be the next Costa Rica?

Latin America
Helen Bateman
24 December 2025

Fresh from a visit to the country, Helen Bateman from Firecrest Travel is convinced Honduras is an underrated gem that needs to be explored before mass tourism takes hold

St Rose Cathedral in Santa Rosa de Copan
© Helen Bateman

St Rose Cathedral in Santa Rosa de Copan © Helen Bateman

‘Isn’t it dangerous?’ worried my mam when I told her I was heading to Honduras for the Central American Travel Market. I’ve heard this before, but this was once the case for many, now-popular destinations. 

A Caribbean coastline with world-class diving, zip lining and rafting amongst lush jungle, elegant cathedrals, cobbled streets and brightly coloured rural towns, Honduras has much to offer, yet it’s rarely spoken of. 

As I planned my trip, I was intrigued how Honduras would compare to its popular neighbours like Guatemala or even Costa Rica.