Flamenco
If you are spending just one day in Culebra,
Flamenco Beach is the one spot you don’t want to miss. It is the
best-known beach in the Island and one of the most beautiful beaches in
Puerto Rico. In just one day, you can stroll down a white sandy beach,
swim in beautiful crystal-clear water and enjoy homemade Puerto Rican
food.
Flamenco beach is ranked amongst the best beaches in the Caribbean. In Culebra, it is the only beach with amenities such as, lifeguards, camping area, showers, changing rooms and bathrooms, parking area and kiosks with Puerto Rican food, from chicken with rice and beans to typical fritters. It is the perfect beach to visit if you’re traveling with children. Most of the year, the water is practically waveless and is shallow enough for children to safely swim with their parents. Be aware that, during the winter months, the tides do turn and you can expect to see ocean waves. How big? Big enough for me to warn you about them, not big enough to surf on though (Flamenco is not a beach for surfing). In my opinion, a couple of waves would not deter me from jumping into these waters and enjoying some tropical fun.
Flamenco beach is ranked amongst the best beaches in the Caribbean. In Culebra, it is the only beach with amenities such as, lifeguards, camping area, showers, changing rooms and bathrooms, parking area and kiosks with Puerto Rican food, from chicken with rice and beans to typical fritters. It is the perfect beach to visit if you’re traveling with children. Most of the year, the water is practically waveless and is shallow enough for children to safely swim with their parents. Be aware that, during the winter months, the tides do turn and you can expect to see ocean waves. How big? Big enough for me to warn you about them, not big enough to surf on though (Flamenco is not a beach for surfing). In my opinion, a couple of waves would not deter me from jumping into these waters and enjoying some tropical fun.
There are a lot of activities you can enjoy while you’re visiting Flamenco. It is a great beach to lay on the sand and tan, swim in crystalline waters, go snorkeling, play beach soccer or tennis, or even learn about the Island’s history. If you are the adventurous-outdoors type, the Flamenco Beach Campgrounds will definitely fill those needs. Although you cannot pitch your tent in the sand, there is an extensive campground as close as 30 feet from the beach. For a daily rate of $20, and a maximum of 6 people per tent, you can enjoy Flamenco Beach from sunrise to sunset. Don’t forget to lie on the beach at night and enjoy the breathtaking view of the stars!
If you decide to stroll down Flamenco’s coastline, you will eventually bump into one of its most iconic attractions, the tank. Yes, one of Flamenco’s most known attractions is not natural, but man-made. There are two tanks, actually; one in the camping grounds and another on the beach. They are a reminder of the US Navy’s occupancy of Culebra. Once a piece of metal that would offend any nature-loving passerby, the beach tank has rusted down and been painted, and is now featured in post cards and photographs. I invite you to stroll down there and judge for yourself.
Although there are better spots in Culebra to go snorkeling, Flamenco has two spots you should definitely swim by: the left side of the coastline (near the tank) and the opposite side of the coastline, to the right, known by the culebrenses as the “Muellecito”. In these spots you can enjoy exploring the corals and a variety of fish, Flamenco’s natural residents. So, put on your masks and flippers and start exploring. Just remember, corals are very sensitive so please, do not touch!
Flamenco Beach is the best known,and one of the most beautiful beaches in Culebra, but it’s not the only beac worth describing and experiencing. If you plan to stay more days in the Island, I strongly advise that you explore other beaches, like Tamarindo Beach, Punta Soldado Beach and Zoní Beach.
Flamenco Beach is the best known,and one of the most beautiful beaches in Culebra, but it’s not the only beac worth describing and experiencing. If you plan to stay more days in the Island, I strongly advise that you explore other beaches, like Tamarindo Beach, Punta Soldado Beach and Zoní Beach.
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Get acquainted with Punta Soldado, one of Culebra's unique snorkeling and diving spots.
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