Author: Blues, M.D. (---.hsd1.md.comcast.net)
Date: 05-18-08 22:42
Trent,
Call Willie for a ride to Culebrita...$40.00 per person. The boat leaves behind Susie's Restaurant between 8 and 9 am. He will drop you off on one side and you then hike 15-20 minutes to Playa Tortuga. Pick up is usually 4:30 - 5:00. There are other beaches as well ...if Tortuga has more than 2 or 3 boats docked it may spoil the serenity. There is another beach you can cut over to (trail to the right before coming to Tortuga) not far at all, where you have a view of St. Thomas in the distance. I am sorry I did not hike to the light tower; the view is spectacular from pictures I have seen.
As for the baths, flip flops should be avoided....the rocks on the way are sharp and inviting ankle injury...once at the baths beware of urchins ouch!
If beaching on Playa Tortuga, go to the left...we met some people who were aggravated by bees who like beer at the entrance to the beach. Bring sandwiches, fruit, And water! There is some snorkeling at the mouth of the crescent about 75-100 yds. out from the left side of the beach.
If you really want remoteness, try Brava or Resaca (it is a hike) although the the surf there is not for casual bathing. An easier day would be Zoni...sweetness, less hiking, and usually quiet. If you E-mail me I could send some photos.
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