Los Roques, Venezuela: travel guide
A coral archipelago of turquoise lagoons usually reached by light aircraft
A pristine Caribbean archipelago national park of turquoise lagoons, coral cays and white sand, reached by light aircraft — Venezuela's premier spot for diving, snorkelling, bonefishing and beach escapes.
About Los Roques
Los Roques is a Caribbean archipelago and national park, not a town, made up of low coral cays, shallow lagoons and white sand. It lies offshore from the mainland and is reached by a short flight in a light aircraft.
Base yourself on the main island, Gran Roque, with its small lighthouse and sandy lanes, then take boats to Cayo de Agua, Francisqui and Madrisqui for beach days. The clear water suits snorkelling, diving and bonefishing.
It suits couples, divers and travellers wanting a quiet beach escape. Conditions are sunny and warm throughout the year, and the calmer, drier months from December to April are usually considered the most reliable.
- Country
- Venezuela
- Currency
- VES
- Time zone
- America/Caracas
- Nearest airport
- LRV
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Top places to visit in Los Roques
Cayo de Agua
Beach · 4.8 rating · about 4 h · check the fee at the gate
A postcard cay where two sandbars meet in a sliver of shallow turquoise water — the most photographed beach in the Los Roques archipelago.
Francisquí
Beach · 4.8 rating · about 4 h · check the fee at the gate
The closest and most popular cay to Gran Roque, with calm lagoons for snorkelling and a channel current for drift-snorkelling.
Madrisquí
Beach · 4.8 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate
A sheltered, family-friendly cay with shallow clear water and a few historic beach houses, ideal for a relaxed swim.
El Faro de Gran Roque
Viewpoint · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate
A short uphill walk to the old Dutch lighthouse above the village, with panoramic views over the archipelago at sunset.
Things to do
- Los Roques Island-Hopping & Snorkelling Water Sports · 6 h · from USD 70 per person
Where to stay in Los Roques
- Gran Roque about VES 150 per night
The single sandy-street island village — all posadas are here, most full-board.
Hotels
- Posada Acuarela 4-star · USD 180 to USD 300 per night
- Posada La Cigala 3-star · USD 150 to USD 250 per night
Where to eat
- Aquarena Beach Lounge Seafood, Caribbean · about USD 40 per person
Getting to Los Roques
Airport: Los Roques (LRV)
Getting around
- Boat
- Walking
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Frequently asked questions about Los Roques
- What are the top-rated places to visit in Los Roques?
- The highest-rated places in our Los Roques guide are Cayo de Agua, Francisquí, Madrisquí.
- Where should I stay in Los Roques?
- Our guide covers these areas to stay in Los Roques: Gran Roque.
- How do I get around Los Roques?
- Ways to get around Los Roques covered in our guide: Boat, Walking.
- Which airport is nearest to Los Roques?
- The nearest airport to Los Roques has the code LRV.