Sun Bay
Whether you have some time on Vieques before or after a night at a bioluminescent bay or if you’ve decided to spend a few days there, Sun Bay is an excellent choice for a relaxing beach without big crowds. Sun Bay is near the Esperanza village and just down the road from Mosquito Bay. A long and wide cove with golden sand and coconut trees lining the shore can be found here. If you have the right type of vehicle, the road leading to the beach eventually merges with the sand, allowing beachgoers to park close and easily.
Despite having all the facilities of a public beach, such as lifeguards, showers, and even a snack bar, Sun Bay never gets too busy to be enjoyed. The water is usually quite calm, the snorkeling is very good, and coconut trees provide natural shade. Just be very careful not to set up your towel under any coconuts – they do fall, and they are dangerous!
There are a few other smaller and more secluded cove beaches a short distance away by hike for those who don’t feel like relaxing the whole day. The village of Esperanza can also be reached on foot if the snack bar is missing something or you want to do some shopping.
- Tripadvisor Rating: 4.5/5
- Website: https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/profile/balneario-sun-bay/8906
- Admission: Free
- Opening Hours: Daily
- Address: Balneario Sun Bay, Carr. 997, Bo. La Esperanza, Vieques, PR 00765
