Posted by: Your Local Expert @ ToursTodoPR
Date: October 29
You know that feeling when you just need to unplug? I mean really unplug. No traffic lights, no rush hour, just wild horses roaming the streets and beaches that look like they were photoshopped.
That’s Vieques. We call it “La Isla Nena.”
I’ve guided countless people through Puerto Rico, but there is something special about hopping over to Vieques. It feels different. Time moves slower there.
If you’re planning a trip starting today, or just dreaming about one, I’ve mapped out the perfect 3-Day Trip. This isn’t just a list of places; this is how we, the locals, actually enjoy the island.
REAL TALK: POWER, PATIENCE, AND PEACE
Vieques is remote. Sometimes the power flickers. Sometimes it goes out. Don’t stress. Step
outside and look at the stars. You came here for nature—embrace it.
THE FERRY HACK
Bring your own car via cargo ferry to save money. If walking on, rent from Maritza Car
Rental. Always buy ferry tickets early at puertoricoferry.com
YOUR HOME BASE
Stay at Vieques Tropical Guest House for a local vibe.
DAY 1 – Arrival & Ancient Vibes
Breakfast at Panadería La Viequense. Visit Puerto Ferro Man ancient site and Fortín Conde
de Mirasol. Dinner at Casa Nativo.
DAY 2 – Beach Crawl & Bio Bay
Visit Playa Caracas, La Chiva, and Playa Negra. At night, book the Mosquito Bay
Bioluminescent Tour.
DAY 3 – Gentle Giants
Visit the Millennial Ceiba Tree and Mosquito Pier to see sea turtles.
CHECKLIST
- Cash is King
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Zero Stress Policy
DIRECTORY
- Maritza Car Rental
- Vieques Tropical Guest House
- Panadería La Viequense
- Casa Nativo
- Fortín Conde de Mirasol