Playa Puerto Cruz Things To Do

Beaches don’t come much better than the huge white sand beach on Playa Puerto Cruz. This beach is regarded as one of the best on Margarita Island and stretches for over one kilometre. The surf here can be strong making it a draw for professional surfers. Playa Puerto Cruz beach is amazingly scenic and has been the location for many films thanks to the wide bay, white sands and high dunes.

 

Playa Puerto Cruz is an ideal location from which to take many exciting excursions to discover the real Venezuela. Trips can include visiting the Los Roques Archipelago; a haven of over 350 small islands and keys. The enchanting forest of Canaima, and Angel Falls, the highest waterfall in the world, will also be unforgettable experiences. Taking a boat trip through La Restinga National Park should be included to view the amazing wildlife and secluded beaches.

 

The climate in Playa Puerto Cruz is ideal for both land and water based sports. Horse riding through the spectacularly scenic countryside or parasailing at Playa Puerto Cruz beach are just two of the exciting sports available. Kayaking, windsurfing, diving and mountain biking are all available as well as some of the more exhilarating extreme sports for thrill seekers.

 

The restaurants by the beach in Playa Puerto Cruz offer the best in fresh seafood and fish dishes; the smoked fish or jumbo shrimp in passion-fruit sauce are specialities. Hotels also offer excellent international dishes usually served in a buffet style. There is also a huge selection of cafes and fast food outlets for a quick snack.

 

As the evening draws in, the nightlife in Playa Puerto Cruz can become quite lively and hectic. There are nightclubs that do not open until midnight and the music is of the South American/Cuban feel. There are some quieter bars down by the beach where the atmosphere is more intimate and drinks can be taken out to the beach and sipped while enjoying the warm evening air.