Nature and places of interest in the Natural Park of Los Roques.

Cayo de Agua y Bequeve Islands.

These arch shaped keys have a structure similar to that of an atoll within the archipelago, they are located in the southern limit of the national park less than an hour and a half in boat from Gran Roque.
Cayo de Agua takes its name from the wells of fresh water that are found in the inside part of the key next to a group of palm trees. When the water plants for the processing of sea water did not exist, these wells offered an alternative for the supply of drinking water. Some of the inhabitants explain the existence of these water wells as the result of the thickness and breadth of the sand layer that covers the key. This layer works as a sponge that stores rain water; the fresh water absorbed by the sand forms a bag that does not mix with sea water due to the differences in density. In this way the fresh water remains in these artificial wells.
The peace and loneliness found in the beaches of Cayo Agua is highly treasured by visitors. They compliment the landscape of the Punta Cocos light house with its white and red bands and the sand bar which separates this point form the rest of the key. This sand bar is one of the park’s most photographed areas. Its size varies continuously due to currents and weather; at times it is a long dune which connects Punta de Cocos with the rest of the key and at others the sea passes over and joins the waters of the coasts of the two keys. full day in Los Roques
 

The boats men of the national park are well organized and capable of taking you to any of the keys; as well as requesting the necessary permits. The majority of them are in the Muelle de Lancheros (The boats men’s pier) located in front of the landing strip. The prices established by this association are homogeneous and they can be arranged directly with the boats man or through the posadas (lodges). Some of the posadas have their own motor boats and provide the service directly to their guests.
When hiring the service, the time of return must be agreed upon with the boats man (punctuality is pretty good). The majority of boats men rent sun umbrellas and beach chairs, which is quite nice, due to the fact that the majority of keys do not have shade. You can also rent basic snorkeling equipment with these people.
In high season it is best to pre reserve this service before arrival..