Tamarindo
Culebra has a number of beautiful beaches to enjoy. Between the airport and Flamenco beach, you will find the road to Tamarindo Beach, another one of Culebra’s gems. As part of the Cayo Luis Peña Nature Reserve, its ecological value is extraordinary. For lovers of snorkeling and scuba diving alike, Tamarindo is great to let loose and get to know the marine life Culebra offers. You can find the way to Tamarindo on road 251, in front of the Flamenco Lagoon. You will see the entrance to the left, just after the first tree that divides the road. The road is paved and comfortable. If you have no car, you can ask a public car to drop you off by the entrance road and walk about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the beach. You can also visit by boat, as long as you follow the Nature Reserve rules, including the use anchor buoys instead of anchoring in the sand and not fishing in or near the waters of Tamarindo.
The first thing I invite you to do once you get to Tamarindo is take a moment to enjoy the view. With Cayo Luis Peña in front and its orientation towards the West, it gives everyone who visits magical sunsets. It has shaded areas and picnic tables for a perfect day at the beach with family and friends.
Tamarindo’s beach is a mixture of white sand and coral stone that extends for more than a mile. Its coastline is very peculiar. When you first walk into the water, you will step on only stone and coral then, about 4 feet in; you will find sand at a depth of approximately 6 feet. For this reason, we recommend this beach to people who are confident in their swimming skills. Those who aren’t should bring a flotation device. Because of its peculiar shore, snorkeling is a common pastime in Tamarindo. You don’t need to risk open waters to enjoy dozens of underwater species. In one visit, you could spot a multitude of fish with a vast array of colors, stingrays and even sea turtles.
Tamarindo’s beach is a mixture of white sand and coral stone that extends for more than a mile. Its coastline is very peculiar. When you first walk into the water, you will step on only stone and coral then, about 4 feet in; you will find sand at a depth of approximately 6 feet. For this reason, we recommend this beach to people who are confident in their swimming skills. Those who aren’t should bring a flotation device. Because of its peculiar shore, snorkeling is a common pastime in Tamarindo. You don’t need to risk open waters to enjoy dozens of underwater species. In one visit, you could spot a multitude of fish with a vast array of colors, stingrays and even sea turtles.
Another activity you can enjoy in Tamarindo is kayaking since there are no strong currents or big waves. A lot of visitors take guided tours from the beach. As part of the tour, they do alittle bit of snorkeling, enjoying Tamarindo fully.
Tamarindo is a relatively desolate beach so I recommend you don’t go alone, especially if you plan to do some snorkeling. Although located west of Culebra and protected from strong currents by Cayo Luis Peña, I never recommend snorkeling alone. Furthermore, like all other beaches in Culebra (except for Flamenco), Tamarindo has no amenities such as bathrooms, parking, kiosks, etc. Therefore, I suggest you bring food and snacks for a day at the beach. Always remember to take your trash with you when you go.
We invite you to visit and explore Tamarindo’s beauty above and below the water. You will not regret it!
We invite you to visit and explore Tamarindo’s beauty above and below the water. You will not regret it!
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