Cayo Coral
One of the archipelago's most popular snorkeling spots. Its coral gardens sit right next to overwater seafood restaurants, making it a convenient lunch stop for island-hopping tours.
Cayo Coral lies in the calm waters south of Isla Bastimentos. The shallow waters are home to brain coral, staghorn coral and sea fans, along with a rich variety of tropical fish, making it good for beginner snorkelers. Next to the snorkeling area is an overwater restaurant where island-hopping tours usually stop for lunch (lobster and fried fish, about US$15–30). Nearby Cayo Crawl also has similar overwater restaurants. This stop is usually included in the Sapatilla Cayes day tour.
Opening hours
Daytime (with boat trip)
Nearby sights
- Sloth Island (Isla Perezoso)
- Isla Bastimentos National Marine Park
- Nivida Bat Cave
- Hospital Point
- Bahía de los Delfines (Dolphin Bay)
- Red Frog Beach
- Cayos Zapatilla
- Wizard Beach (Playa Primera)