Isla Margarita - Island Activities & Attractions

Beyond the sleepy fishing village of El Yaque, the Island of Margarita offers adventure and exploration.

Margarita is actually two islands connected by a narrow strip of land or isthmus that forms the north side of the lagoon called La Restinga – a National Park. Along the north side is Guardia Bay Beach, known for its many miles of beach and restaurants. You can journey through winding canals and lagoons on wooden boat tours throughout these waters. You will see schools of colorful fish and a variety of shore birds including pelicans wading for their meals.

Organized tours are available to take you through the small towns and villages throughout Margarita. Spanish churches and forts, colonial castles, beautiful beaches and tropical valleys dot the countryside.

For a change of pace, visit Los Roques National Park for snorkeling and swimming and don’t forget to experience the speed sailing along the beach at Coche Island – a day trip from El Yaque by boat.

Daytime activities:

Windsurfing
Coche Island Snorkeling
Rain Forest Hike
Fishing
Forts/Museums
Air Tours to Angel Falls

Roller Blading
Kite Surfing
Beach Volleyball
Bird Watching
Lagoon Trips
Los Roques National Park

Horseback Riding
Sailing Trips
Kayak
Jeep Safaris
Island Tours
Duty Free Shopping

Duty free shopping
look for bargains on clothing, shoe wear, perfumes, leather goods, liquor, local handicraft work in baskets, pottery, hammocks and pearls.

Restaurants and Nightlife
There are 16 bars and restaurants all within a 10 minute walk in any direction along the beach in El Yaque. There is a great variety of reasonably priced food. Specialty nights are featured at many of the hotel restaurants; Mexican food, pizza, pasta, seafood and steaks are available in a relaxed casual beachfront atmosphere. Local restaurant specialties include grilled chicken, seafood, chateaubriand and fresh fruits and vegetables. Food and drink is very inexpensive all over the island. Head towards Porlamar 20 minutes away, and visit the Mosquito Coast the island’s only tropical disco.