Can you take a boat from Vieques to Culebra?
If you have a car rental, getting there is easy, but note that you’ll have to park your rental at the ferry terminal and coordinate separate transportation to get around Culebra or Vieques. The ferry runs daily from 4 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and if you’d like to visit both islands, you can ferry between them as well.
Is Vieques or Culebra better?
There are two small islands off the east coast of Puerto Rico, each with major claims to fame: Vieques, the largest island other than Puerto Rico itself, is home to the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world. Another great side trip, Culebra consistently wins prizes for having one of the world’s 10 best beaches.
How do tourists get to Vieques and Culebra?
There are two ways to get to Culebra and Vieques from mainland Puerto Rico. One is by air, flying out of an airport in the capital of San Juan or the east-coast town of Fajardo; the other is by sea, taking a ferry from Fajardo. Taking the ferry is far more economical than flying is; at $2 a ride, it’s a steal.
How long does it take to get to Culebra?
The ferry to Culebra takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes where a plain trip could take as little as just 25 minutes. Flying to Culebra is also ideal if you are afraid of getting seasick on the ferry ride.
Are the ferries running to Culebra?
No, they are not. Ferry is still restricted to residents of Culebra and Vieques only. And residents of both islands are being encouraged to use the ferries only for essential activities.
Is Culebra safe?
Culebra is generally a pretty safe place. Just use usual precautions and you can avoid most unfavorable situations.
Is Culebra open for tourism?
Vieques and Culebra Island are not open for tourism. The airplane and ferry travel has been restricted and reserved exclusively for residents of the two islands and essential service personnel.
How do I get from Culebra to Vieques?
If you choose to take the ferry, note that you’ll have to leave your rental car in a parking lot near the ferry terminal and schedule separate transportation in Culebra and Vieques. For each of the islands, there are boats that make round trips every two hours, starting at 4:00 a.m. and ending at 8:30 p.m.
How long is the ferry ride from Ceiba to Culebra?
The ride takes a little over 30 minutes from Ceiba to the smaller islands. If you choose to take the ferry, note that you’ll have to leave your rental car in a parking lot near the ferry terminal and schedule separate transportation in Culebra and Vieques.
What to do on Vieques Island?
You can also explore the largest national wildlife refuge in the Caribbean, which covers over 60% of Vieques’ island. Spend the day hiking and beach-hopping ’till you drop; you won’t regret it. Also, be sure to take a kayak tour through the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay.
What are the best things to do in and around Culebra?
Also, be sure to take a kayak tour through the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay. While on Culebra, visit a former munitions warehouse turned museum, the lighthouse, and enjoy the award-winning Flamenco beach.
