Observation and contemplation of landscapes
Great Beaches
Driving through Maunabo feels like you're visiting old-timey Puerto Rico, with narrow rural roads leading to secluded beaches overseen by an old lighthouse.
The warm, unspoiled and untamed blue and green waters of the beaches of Maunabo are one of its major attractions. The beaches in Manunabo are mostly visited by the locals all year round. The beaches also attract tourists that explore other regions beyond San Juan and other major cities. Surfers love these wild and dangerous waters.
Below are 3 great beaches you will love to visit located in Maunabo, Puerto Rico
1. Punta Tuna Beach
The Punta Tuna beach is a sandy strip lined by a forest of palm trees that extends almost to the water's edge. Strong currents make the beach unsafe for swimming, but the view of the lighthouse and rock formations are unforgettable. At the west end of the beach, you will find beautiful rock formations that can be climbed to have the best panoramic views of the coast and mountains.
The sand on the beach is really unique, it goes from white to golden orange with black sand chains that seep into some points. Unlike the beach resort areas, the sand on this beach is not combed, but is naturally landscaped with flowering climbing plants, and dried seaweed where small crabs hide.
"Punta Tuna Beach is a quiet and unpopulated beach surrounded by mountains. It is a great place to have a picnic."
Stepping on the beach of Punta Tuna gives you a feeling of total admiration for nature, without buildings, except the Punta Tuna lighthouse that shines with the sun painted in sunny yellow. If you walk away from the lighthouse about 100 meters from the beach you can get wonderful views of a tropical valley.
2. Los Bohíos
Los Bohíos Beach is an intimate encounter with the flora and fauna of Puerto Rico, since Maunabo is home to a large number of the biodeiversity of our island. This beach is a very popular attracting thousands of visitors and tourists each year who want and seek to explore other regions beyond San Juan and other major cities. It has swimming and barbecue areas and also has shower facilities. This beach is highly visited by surfers as they adore the wild and dangerous waters of this beach.
"Los Bohíos Beach is a tourist attraction for observation and contemplation of landscapes. If you want to enjoy bird watching in the Maunabo river delta, from here you can get a good experience in the morning."
3. Los Pinos
On this beach you can enjoy its beautiful landscapes and the tranquility of the sea. Since there’s no large waves form, you can enjoy with the little ones, perfect to spend a sunny afternoon with the family. The sand at Los Pinos beach which the name means “the pines”, comes from a pine-tree-lined hill on the side of the beach. Where it shines with black carbon minerals.
The sand on the beach shines with its black carbon minerals, according to legend, they come from marine volcanoes or from fossil fuel tanks.
Legend has it that these come from sea volcanoes or from underwater fossil fuel deposits. The minerals tend to stick to anything that is wet. It is recommended to take all you need so you can have an afternoon of enjoyment in this beautiful beach in Puerto Rico.
Also see: Activities | Maunabo Puerto Rico
