Flamenco Beach
The headline: a perfect, sheltered curve of sand. Camping is possible here.
Culebra and Flamenco Beach
A tiny island with Flamenco Beach, often ranked among the world's best, and rusting Navy tanks on the sand.
Flamenco Beach is a long horseshoe of white sand and glassy turquoise water. Old tanks, left by the Navy, sit on the sand and have been painted by local artists.
The rest of Culebra is sleepy and low-rise, with great snorkeling at Carlos Rosario and Tamarindo.
- Best Time
- December–May
- Time Needed
- 1–2 days
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Year-round
- Getting There
- A ferry from Ceiba, about an hour's drive from San Juan, or a small plane.
What to See
2 of 3 are freeCarlos Rosario and Tamarindo
Excellent snorkeling, with sea turtles at Tamarindo.
Culebrita
An empty islet by water taxi, with a ruined lighthouse and natural pools.
Know Before You Go
- Ferries from Ceiba fill up on weekends and holidays. Arrive early or fly from San Juan.
- Rentals for carts and jeeps are limited; reserve them. Day-trippers don't need a car, as públicos run to Flamenco.
Where to Stay
Stay in the small town of Dewey.
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Last checked 2026-11-01. Part of the US Territories list.