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

Places of interest in the primitive marine area (Virgin Islands).

The number of visitors that can have access to this area is limited, so it is necessary to have a permit issued by Inparques to visit it. This permit does not cost anything and it can be obtained at the park’s offices at Gran Roque (usually the boats men or sailboat captains deal with this transaction). The activities allowed on these keys are: boat rides, sailing, sport fishing, swimming, snorkeling, relax and watching the nature. These areas are without doubt the real paradise of the Caribbean, and best discovered onboard a sailboat sleeping in a new bay every night only surrounded by the spirits, bird songs, and the nature.  
 

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..