This is the beach in El Combate.

Combate beach is part of the Boquerón National State Forest in Cabo Rojo and is a popular choice amongst locals. Its sparkling waters and large-scale reefs turn pristine shores into a paradise for diving enthusiasts. Preferred by younger crowds, this site is the ideal to enjoy the best sunsets in Puerto Rico.

Cabo Rojo Visitor’s Guide

Cabo Rojo Beaches

Cabo Rojo Things to Do

Puerto Rico West Coast Things to Do

Puerto Rico West Coast Beaches

La Parguera Bioluminescent Bay

Excellent local bakery in Combate. Pizza's, sandwiches, baked goods delicious and also good priced. Highly recommended.

Located in the coastal plain of southwestern Puerto Rico, this area is classified as a subtropical dry forest and known for its fabulous birdwatching opportunities.

Easy hike/ . The seaside cliff views and the views from the lighthouse area are excellent.

Local cuisine, Caribbean, Latin, Seafood, Puerto Rican, Vegetarian Friendly

Soak up the sun, ride the waves, explore underwater life, and discover some of the Caribbean's best beaches.

Puerto Rico’s 270 miles of coastline is fringed with nearly 300 beaches, each one stunning in its own way. Thanks to the Island’s diverse geography, you can choose from secluded coves with white sand and crystalline water or beaches that attract water sports enthusiasts including surfers, paddleboarders, snorkelers, and divers. (And if you’re looking for a party beach, yes, Puerto Rico has those, too!)

Puerto Rico has many spots that are great for snorkeling. Here are the best ones closest to our location.

Isla de Ratones: is a tiny island (about 1 acre total), located about ¼ mile off the west coast of Joyuda in Cabo Rojo, in the south-west part of Puerto Rico. You can only get there by boat.

Punta Ostiones: Nestled along the rugged coastline of Cabo Rojo, Playa Ostiones has a great little white sand area, and usually has calm water.

Cayo Caracoles: is a small island near Las Pargueras. You will need a water taxi or charter boat from Lajas to get there.

Crash Boat Beach: This is a party beach so it can get busy at times. The pier is excellent for snorkeling and is well-liked by scuba divers. You may find a variety of colorful fish in the shallow waters of the first entrances closest to the shore, and we often see a lot of blue tangs and young barracuda.

Gilligan’s Island: is a tiny island about a mile off the coast of Guánica. It has a few SMALL, sandy beaches, but it is mostly covered with mangrove trees. There is a small beach on the north-west side of the island that has a roped-off swimming area that is marked with buoys to protect swimmers and snorkelers from watercraft. Note: there are no life guards, so you swim at your own risk. This area has some nice coral formations good for snorkeling. The water around the island is crystal clear and warm. The bottom is sandy and people can swim all around and through the mangrove channels. It would take 30 min to kayak to the island( you can rent the kayak in Guánica).

Caja de Muertos: Caja de Muertos, also known as Coffin Island, is an area surrounded by both beautiful bright blue water and white sand beaches. Off the coast of Ponce, the island is uninhabited and makes for a fantastic day out for snorkeling and hiking. Accessible only by ferry out of the Ponce Boardwalk.

See below link for Hook on Adventures for more information on taxi/charters.