Things to Do in Culebra, Puerto Rico
Culebra’s top attractions really are its beaches, and the crown jewel of them all is Flamenco Beach. A designated nature reserve, Culebra is the place to slow down and take in the natural beauty of the Caribbean. Swim with sea turtles, snorkel among pristine coral reefs, or simply watch the clouds shift from your hammock by the sea.

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Robin Bennefield
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Tamarindo Beach
Tamarindo is ground zero for snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding enthusiasts. Several snorkel and kayak tours launch here because of the calm, clear waters, which are home to sea turtles and schools of tropical fish.
Flamenco Beach
Before it was named one of the world’s best beaches, Flamenco Beach was a naval munitions training ground. This Sherman tank is a remnant of that past.
Culebrita Tide Pools
Culebrita is one of the smaller islands in Culebra’s archipelago of 23 islands. Explore its tide pools, which are teeming with tiny fish.
Culebrita Lighthouse
Dating back to 1886, the Culebrita lighthouse helped guide seafarers between Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Today, it’s a popular site for Culebra day-trippers, thanks to its great views of the Caribbean.
Casa Robinson: Guesthouse With a View
Many visitors to Culebra choose to stay in rentals or guesthouses. Some have a front-row seat to stunning scenes, such as the one at Casa Robinson.
The Road to Zoni Beach
Pass by Culebra’s prime real estate and the homes of Puerto Rico’s rich and famous on the way to Zoni Beach, an active sea turtle breeding ground.
Dinghy Dock
When the sun sets, visitors and locals head to Dinghy Dock. Order a fruity drink, grab a bite and maybe linger for live music.
Fulladoza Bay
Boats touring the Caribbean from all over the world drop anchor here and in Ensenada Honda.
Punta Soldado
You’ll find the locals at Punta Soldado, at the southern tip of Culebra. The rock-strewn beach is known for its sunsets.
Club Seabourne
If you are staying at Club Seabourne, relax in a hammock on the beautifully manicured lawn or gaze out at Fulladoza Bay from your private balcony.
Dewey
Pretty murals decorate the streets of Dewey, Culebra’s only town, where the ferry from mainland Puerto Rico arrives several times daily.
Arte Fango
Get a taste of Culebra’s Calypso roots and culture at Arte Fango, which sells art featuring local heroes and symbols of island life.