Share your experience with other travelers
24
ACCOMMODATIONS
FOUND NEARBY
from
$
35
Luis Pena beach
Good for Relax
About
Luis Pena beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 49th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 84.6 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Culebra settlement, just 3.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, 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, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Luis Pena beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sea kayaking.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Flamenco beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
Weather
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
Historical
Loading...
+27
oC
+26
oC
Air temperature
7.6
M/S
Wind
+27
oC
Water temperature
1.4
M
Wave height
Key features
Beach overall scores
Luis Pena beach (Puerto Rico) is located outside the Culebra settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Luis Pena Cayo and the correct question is not how to get to Luis Pena beach, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.
User reviews
"The snorkeling experience right off the beach was incredible. During my recent trip to Hawaii, I discovered that the reef here was even more vibrant and diverse compared to any I encountered in Honolulu or the North Shore. Despite its small size, the beach itself was absolutely stunning. I highly recommend visiting."
Thunderbolt 78
"Taking a boat is necessary to reach this beach, but the effort is worthwhile due to the exceptional snorkeling experience it offers in Culebra. What truly distinguishes this place is its remarkable visibility. Abundant fish, impressive depths, and sandy bottoms contribute to the overall appeal. Notably, we were fortunate enough to spot remarkable creatures like the great bar..."
Kellan Anderson
User reviews
"The snorkeling experience right off the beach was incredible. During my recent trip to Hawaii, I discovered that the reef here was even more vibrant and diverse compared to any I encountered in Honolulu or the North Shore. Despite its small size, the beach itself was absolutely stunning. I highly recommend visiting."
Thunderbolt 78
"Taking a boat is necessary to reach this beach, but the effort is worthwhile due to the exceptional snorkeling experience it offers in Culebra. What truly distinguishes this place is its remarkable visibility. Abundant fish, impressive depths, and sandy bottoms contribute to the overall appeal. Notably, we were fortunate enough to spot remarkable creatures like the great bar..."
Kellan Anderson
Stays nearby
General features
Natural features
Cover and water
Activities
Access
Improve beach data!
Found a discrepancy?
Make your contribution by updating the data.
Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Culebra 3.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Culebra 3.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Culebra 5.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Bright fine sand
Culebra 7.8 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Isabel Segunda 7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Isabel Segunda 6.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, White sand
Isabel Segunda 5.4 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque
Fajardo 9.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Isabel Segunda 6.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Isabel Segunda 6.1 km
What to do in Luis Pena beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Luis Pena beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Luis Pena beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Luis Pena beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Krusty Krab• 29 min walk
- The Beach Kiosk # 2• 2.4km
- Kiosko #8 Kiosko de...• 2.4km
- La Pista Cafe Restau...• 3km
Attractions
- Balneario de Playa F...• 2.4km
- Patch Coral Reef• 2.7km
- Painted tank at Flam...• 2.8km
- EL Muellecito• 3km
Transport
- CPX• 3km
- Terminal de Guaguas• 64.6km
- Río Piedras• 76.6km
Localities
- Culebra• 3.6km
- San Juan• 84.6km
Travelers reviews
Contribute
This beach has no reviews yet. Be the first one!
See more
Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Luis Pena beach?
The Luis Pena beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Luis Pena beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Luis Pena beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Luis Pena beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Luis Pena beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Luis Pena beach is partially protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Luis Pena beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Luis Pena beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Luis Pena beach?
Luis Pena beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Luis Pena beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Luis Pena beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Krusty Krab is the closest place located 2300 meters from the beach.
How far is the Luis Pena beach from parking?
The Luis Pena beach has no parking spot
Are there any attractions nearby Luis Pena beach?
There are 4 attractions near Luis Pena beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Balneario de Playa Flamenco located in 2.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Luis Pena beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Luis Pena beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Luis Pena beach (Puerto Rico) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Luis Pena beach (Puerto Rico) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
Culebra, check other popular beaches
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Luquillo 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Guanica 6.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
La Pica 4.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Aguadilla 3.6 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Rio Grande 3.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Rio Grande 6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Luquillo 6.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Rincon 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Boqueron 1.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Guanica 6.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cabo Rojo 8.2 km
