Playa Tamarindo
CulebraVerified: Checked in person by 787Map: scores and details are confirmed.
Small, rocky beach inside the Luis Peña Channel Natural Reserve, known for the seagrass beds where sea turtles feed. One of the easiest places in Puerto Rico to snorkel with turtles.
Score by profile
Snorkel
80
Relax
53
Family
56
Ratings
- Access3/5
Dirt road or a 10–20 min walk
- Snorkel4/5
- Marine life5/5
Abundant; turtles or rays are frequent
- Water clarity4/5
- Calm waters4/5
- Beach comfort2/5
- Tranquility4/5
Amenities
- Parking
- Natural shade
Not available: Restrooms, Lifeguard, Food nearby
Tips
- Enter on the left side, where the seagrass beds are.
- Do not touch or chase the turtles: this is a protected reserve.
- Bring water shoes, the entry is rocky.
Getting to the island
Ferry~1 h 15 min
Ceiba ferry terminal – Culebra ferry terminal (Dewey)
Public ferry, few departures a day. Tickets online or at the terminal; sells out on weekends.
Run by Autoridad de Transporte Integrado (ATI) · Schedules and tickets
Small plane~30 min
San Juan airport (SJU) – Culebra airport (CPX)
Local airlines; also from Isla Grande (San Juan) and Ceiba.