The Enchanted Wings Butterfly House (EWBH) is just outside Copan Ruinas on the road to El Florido. The hours can vary--you have to check the sign. I think they are generally open from 8-4 and the entrance fee is 100 lempiras (about $5). First, the guide will show you the various caterpillars and cocoons in cages where they are waiting to hatch. Then, they'll turn you loose into a screened in garden area with a laminated butterfly identification card. It was a pleasant experience, and since the garden is not very big, I sat on the steps and just watched the butterflies flitting around. Once I got bored of that I followed the wooden pathways outside the garden which led up the hill. On the top of the hill are a bunch of wood cabins that the owner is renting out.
I liked Macaw Mountain much better than EWBH but it made for a relaxing experience. More than anything I was impressed by the owner who is building the cabins himself with only two other Honduran workers. Generally I assume wealthier Americans come down to places like Honduras so they can hire workers to do the work they don't want to do themselves. Not this guy.
The cabins are called La Chorcha Lodge (http://www.lachorchalodge.com/lodge.html) and are lovely. They would be a great alternative to staying in Copan Ruinas, especially for those who want to be surrounded by nature. The prices are reasonable and you have unlimited access to the butterfly park. There are also packages available that include visits to touristy places such as the Ruins and a nature reserve. Transportation is available from San Pedro Sula.
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