Los Roques
Los Roques is amongst the very best of the Caribbean islands, situated 160 km north of the central coast of Venezuela; it is made up of a chain of 40 coral islands, along with hundreds of smaller islets, sandbanks and flat sandy cays.
Stretching 35 km from east to west and 25 km north to south, the entire archipelago is a national park, a paradise for snorkelling, scuba diving, game fishing or just relaxing on one of the many white sandy beaches.
Excursions are made on yachts which take you to these remote cays to laze away the days. The largest island, the only inhabited one, boasts tranquil posadas with comfortable roof tops, ideal for sipping your sundowners whilst watching the sun set as the ocean laps against the shore.
Excursions are made on yachts which take you to these remote cays to laze away the days. The largest island, the only inhabited one, boasts tranquil posadas with comfortable roof tops, ideal for sipping your sundowners whilst watching the sun set as the ocean laps against the shore.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Los Roques can be done a variety of ways, depending on your interests and the length of time you wish to stay. Flights can be arranged to ensure that you arrive early and leave late, maximising your stay, and allowing for more options.
Catamaran trip. 2 days/1 night (minimum), sailing around the archipelago, anchoring off isolated white sandy beaches, snorkelling or diving pristine reefs, overnight in secluded bays.
Full day catamarantour, dept early am and returning at sunset, this gives you the chance to see some of the archipelago, snorkel the reefs and wander deserted islets and cays.
Half day snorkellingtrips to one of the nearby islands of, Francisquises, Nordisque or Rasqui. Each has very good snorkelling and long beaches.
Catamaran trip. 2 days/1 night (minimum), sailing around the archipelago, anchoring off isolated white sandy beaches, snorkelling or diving pristine reefs, overnight in secluded bays.
Full day catamarantour, dept early am and returning at sunset, this gives you the chance to see some of the archipelago, snorkel the reefs and wander deserted islets and cays.
Half day snorkellingtrips to one of the nearby islands of, Francisquises, Nordisque or Rasqui. Each has very good snorkelling and long beaches.
SCUBAdiving for certified divers, ½ and full days available.
Accommodation is on the largest of the islands – Gran Roques, varying from private posadas to charismatic 4 star accommodation.
Accommodation is on the largest of the islands – Gran Roques, varying from private posadas to charismatic 4 star accommodation.
Recommended lodges in this area:
Los Roques
Posada Caracol is one of the few posadas in Los Roques located directly on the beach. This finely decorated posada has four rooms, all with private bathrooms and equipped with ceiling fans and air conditioning
Los Roques
The owner Elena Battani personally sees after her guests. White washed, the posada is has been decorated with great taste and attention to every detail, all of which is in a Mediterranean style
Los Roques
The Posada Natura Viva is one of only a handful of posada which is situated right on the beach. They have 16 spacious rooms with private bathrooms which are located around the inner courtyard of the hotel