Playa Caribe

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Caribe?

The bar is located right on the Playa Caribe.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Zafra Lounge is the closest place located 3800 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

6.1

/ 10 Pleasant

#196 out of 224
in Sector Higuero

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Playa Caribe is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 196th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 57.7 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Sector Higuero settlement, just 3.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Playa Caribe coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Mala Pascua, which has a rating of 7.5.

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Historical

+28 ^oC +24 ^oC

Air temperature

7 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Sector Higuero, ,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Very poor

2.3/10

Cleanliness

Tolerable

4.5/10

Amenities

Poor

2.7/10

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Playa Caribe is located in Puerto Rico within Sector Higuero, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - narrow

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Zafra Lounge• 3.8km

Attractions

Playa Escondida• 6 min walk
Playa Las Positas• 12 min walk
Letras de Patillas• 28 min walk
Inches Beach• 2.6km

Transport

HUC• 22.5km
Terminal de Guaguas• 10.5km
Cupey• 48.1km

Localities

Sector Higuero• 3.2km
San Juan• 57.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Caribe?

Playa Caribe has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa Caribe?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Caribe, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Playa Caribe good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Playa Caribe does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Playa Caribe good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Caribe secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Caribe?

The bar is located right on the Playa Caribe.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.Zafra Lounge is the closest place located 3800 meters from the beach.

How far is the Playa Caribe from parking?

The Playa Caribe has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa Caribe?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Caribe that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Escondida located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Caribe?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Caribe is September. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 26°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.