Lechería · Anzoátegui · Venezuela
Playa Cayo Borrachito
The island rises from water you can see through to the bottom ten meters down. Iguanas own the interior scrubland while frigatebirds patrol the thermals. Your footprints may be the only human marks on the beach.
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The island rises from water you can see through to the bottom ten meters down. Iguanas own the interior scrubland while frigatebirds patrol the thermals. Your footprints may be the only human marks on the beach.
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About this beach
Where it is
Playa Cayo Borrachito
Lechería, Anzoátegui, Venezuela
10.2862°, -64.5658°
Top things to do
At Playa Cayo Borrachito
Perimeter reef exploration
Island-circling coral wall snorkeling
Island circumnavigation walk
Twenty-minute complete shoreline loop
Aerial-perspective water photography
Ten-meter visibility seafloor shooting
Powder-sand beach floating
Ultra-fine sediment shore swimming
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Playa Cayo Borrachito.
Questions people actually ask about Playa Cayo Borrachito.
Is swimming safe at Playa Cayo Borrachito?
Swimming conditions at Playa Cayo Borrachito depend heavily on weather and sea state, as this small offshore island is exposed to varying currents. When conditions are calm, swimming can be enjoyable, but always exercise caution as no lifeguards or emergency services are available. Assess conditions carefully before entering the water, never swim alone, and stay close to shore. Be aware of boat traffic in the surrounding waters. The island's remote nature means self-rescue may be necessary, so only confident swimmers should venture into deeper waters. Always inform your boat operator before swimming.
What is the best time to visit Playa Cayo Borrachito?
The ideal time to visit Playa Cayo Borrachito is during the dry season from December to April when seas are calmer and weather more predictable for boat access. During this period, you'll experience better conditions for swimming and exploring the island. Since this hidden island is known mainly to locals, it remains relatively uncrowded even during peak tourist season. Weekdays offer the most solitude. Morning visits typically provide the calmest seas and best natural lighting. Avoid the rainy season (May-November) when rougher seas make accessing this small island more difficult and potentially dangerous.
