Balneario Sun Bay
ViequesNot verified: Scores estimated from public sources, pending an on-site check: they may change.
Long crescent of white sand near Esperanza, Vieques's public beach. Facilities, camping, calm water and wild horses wandering along the shore.
Score by profile
Snorkel
50
Relax
81
Family
89
Ratings
- Access5/5
Paved parking next to the sand
- Snorkel2/5
- Marine life2/5
- Water clarity4/5
- Calm waters4/5
- Beach comfort5/5
Fine sand, wide and comfortable
- Tranquility3/5
Busy on weekends
Amenities
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Showers
Best time to go
Usually calm all year; swells from tropical systems (August to October) can stir it up.
Tips
- There is a small entrance fee for vehicles.
- Walk east to Media Luna and Navío, two quieter beaches.
Getting to the island
Ferry~45 min
Ceiba ferry terminal – Vieques ferry terminal (Isabel II)
Public ferry, several departures a day. Tickets online or at the terminal; schedules change often.
Run by Autoridad de Transporte Integrado (ATI) · Schedules and tickets
Small plane~30 min
San Juan airport (SJU) – Vieques airport (VQS)
Local airlines; also from Isla Grande (San Juan) and Ceiba.