~ Utila Shops ~

Beach clothing, Snorkeling and Diving Gear, Souvenirs and Gifts, Fishing gear and more~

Listed in alphabetical order (click on name  for more info or just scroll down):

Bay Islands Originals
Dive Shack Utila
Fancy Fish Gallery
Gunters Driftwood Gallery
La Mariposita HandCrafts and Jewelery
Sand Beachwear
S &W Tackle
Utila Dive Supplies

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Bay Islands Originals

High quality items including Central American handicrafts, Cuban and Honduran cigars, t-shirts, bathing suits, an array of postcards and stationary,

Contacts:
Located on the main street, to the right of the ferry dock, across from the Reef Cinema, on the left hand side of the road
Telephone: (504) 425-3372

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 Dive Shack Utila

Full service Scuba diving equipment retail store stocking all major brands, such as Scubapro Uwatec, Cressi-Sub, Aqualung, Suunto and Trident diving equipment.  All our products come with manufacturer approved warranties and are at lower prices than Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) in the USA and Europe.

Contact: Andy Phillips
Tel: +(504) 3373 2521  (Honduras Cell)
Web: http://www.diveshackutila.com
Opening Hours: 10am-2pm 4pm-7pm (subject to change)
Location: Broussard’s Plaza by the Municipal Dock in the center of Utila Town

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Fancy Fish Gallery

Fancy Fish Gallery represents Utila’s largest collection of Honduran arts. We specialize in locating one of a kind artwork from artists living in Honduras. Featuring ceramics, paintings, photography, scarves, masks and more!

Contact: Judy LaRoche
Tel: +(504) 2-425-3054
Web: http://www.utilaguide.com/Fancyfish
Location: Mariposa Building (Big yellow one from water), below El Picante Restaurant.  On street, its next to Banco Atlantida. 

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 Gunter’s Driftwood Gallery

Owner/artist Austrian Gunter Kordovsky has been living, diving and making art on Utila for more than thirty years.

His gallery is a trip in of itself, consisting of a variety of items carved out of driftwood, unique displays of resin inlays, wood sculpture, paintings, maps and jewelry.

Stop by for a unique vision of Utila. Gunter is a a great source of knowledge on the island as well, and can also lead hikes into some of the unknown parts of Utila.

Contacts:
Gunter Kordovsky
Telephone (504) 425-3113
Location: Up the hill from main intersection in town- heading towards Mango Inn on Cola de Mico Road. Turn left on Losano Road, which is the intersection of Mango Inn. Its just a little ways up on the right. You will see a sign.

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La Mariposita Handcrafts and Jewelery

Featuring artesian handmade crafts and jewerlry, a great stop for something for yourself or for gifts.  Location: just before La Mariposa entrance, to the right of the ferry dock, about a block down, before the bank, ocean side.

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Sand Beachwear

At Sand Beachwear and Dive supplies you can find all of the top surf and skate brands at lower prices than back home! The best shorts, flip flops, shirts, dresses, bikinis, sunglasses and hats from Billabong, Quicksilver, Element, Volcom, Reef, Mission Playground, DC and many more!  All the brand name quality for your active lifestyle for an unbeatable price.

Our friendly staff will answer any questions and find you the best outfit for your needs! Whether you are an avid diver, surfer, skater, or just enjoy an active lifestyle, all of our clothes are built to withstand the toughest abuse from your adventures.

Some of our best sellers include: the Reef “Stash” flip flop with secret pocket, the best board shorts and dresses from Volcom or Element, and great new sunglasses from Von Zipper and Dragon. We also specialize in eco-friendly, recycled and sustainable products- like the organic cotton t-shirts and tank tops from Mission Playground, or the Reef Redemptions flip flops made from recycled car tires, hemp, chrome free leather, and recycled PET. Our brands also support the Reef Redemption Fund, which encourages eco-friendly clothing and footwear innovation, and the Surfrider Foundation, which is dedicated to protecting the world’s oceans and beaches.

Let the staff of Sand show you the best gear to withstand the activities you enjoy wherever your travels take you!

UtilaGuide Tip: YEAH! High quality board shorts, sportswear, beach gear, rash guards, etc by name brands. This stuff is built to last!

Opening Hours: 7 days a week. 10am – 5pm.  (Note: during Fall and early December, not open on Sundays)
Contact: Rachel Hill and Daniela Lainez
 Update: Sand is doing great in their new location, next to Bush’s Supermarket, on the main street, to the right of the ferry dock. You will see the “Sand” sign.
Phone: (504) 425 3509
Email: sandbeachwearanddive@gmail.com

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S&W Tackle

The first tackle store on Utila offers everything you need to enjoy fishing Utila or its surrounding waters. With our very reasonable prices you’re sure to find something that suits your needs. We stock only brand name equipment, from rods and reels, to lures, hooks, and lines. Everything you could possibly need. Stop by and check us out.

We rent inshore/flats and fly fishing equipment. Great for people that don’t want to or can’t travel with fishing gear. We also have some of the best guide service and fishing charters available.

Contacts:
Shawn Engel or Willie Waterhouse
Email: swtackle@yahoo.com
Telephone: (504) 3390-2121 (Shawn Honduras Cell)  (504) 3310-2843 (Willie Honduras Cell)
Call or email anytime for an appointment. You can also ask for Shawn or Willie at the Bay Islands College of Diving or Utila Lodge.
Located to the left of the ferry dock, above the, next to Bay ISlands College of Diving, above the Whale Shark and Oceanic Research (WSORC). You will see a sign that says “SW Tackle”

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Utila Dive Supplies

Utila Dive Supplies is Utila’s only Authorized Dealer and Service Center for Mares scuba diving equipment. Not only do we offer professional full servicing on Mares diving gear, we also offer customers a professional full service on all other brands of scuba diving equipment. Our service is quick – mostly the same day – and inexpensive.

We have a complete selection of Mares Regs, Octos, Gauges, BCDs, Dive Computers, Compasses, Wetsuits, Rashies, Fins, Booties, Masks and Snorkels. We stock a range of Mares bags for carrying all your dive equipment or snorkel gear. We now have available Prescription Masks. If we don’t have something in stock that you particularly want, we can usually have the item in the shop the next day.

We provide the Mares 2 year warranty on our products – valid anywhere in the world, including Utila.

In addition to your main scuba diving equipment we have a wide range of quality brand scuba diving accessories including Mares, Trident, Scubamax, Underwater Kinetics: Torches, Slates, Surface Markers, Reels, Shakers and much more – for all your scuba diving needs!

Recently we have started an Underwater Digital Camera rental service. Come and find out about this new service!

If you are looking for the quality and durability which Mares provides and at the right price – Utila Dive Supplies is the place to visit during your stay on Utila.

We believe you will be pleasantly surprised at our competitive prices on all our brands.
Contacts:
Victoria Bexley and Hans Grauer
Web: utiladivesupplies.com
Email: utiladivesupplies@gmail.com
Telephone:(504) 425 3606
Open 9am-6pm, Mon-Sat.
Located at Maggies Place, next to Samantha’s 7-11, Main Street, Utila

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