Playa Media Luna
ViequesNot verified: Scores estimated from public sources, pending an on-site check: they may change.
Shallow, sheltered half-moon bay just east of Sun Bay on Vieques. The water stays knee-deep for a long way, making it ideal for children.
Score by profile
Snorkel
52
Relax
78
Family
83
Ratings
- Access4/5
- Snorkel2/5
- Marine life2/5
- Water clarity4/5
- Calm waters5/5
Sheltered and calm most of the year
- Beach comfort4/5
- Tranquility4/5
Best time to go
Usually calm all year; swells from tropical systems (August to October) can stir it up.
Tips
- The access road is unpaved; drive slowly.
- Bring shade and water: there are no services.
Getting to the island
Ferry~45 min
Ceiba ferry terminal – Vieques ferry terminal (Isabel II)
Public ferry, several departures a day. Tickets online or at the terminal; schedules change often.
Run by Autoridad de Transporte Integrado (ATI) · Schedules and tickets
Small plane~30 min
San Juan airport (SJU) – Vieques airport (VQS)
Local airlines; also from Isla Grande (San Juan) and Ceiba.