Must See Sites when Visiting Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

Margarita Tropical Gardens and Labyrinth

Be sure to visit the Caribbean’s only multi-species labyrinth, Margarita Tropical Gardens and Labyrinth, open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Here you will be accompanied by monkeys and other entertaining species as you wander through a maze of tropical plants and unique trees.

This one-of-a-kind park is divided into four areas. The first area includes vegetation which grows between sea level and 400 m above sea level, including different species of cactus, spiny bushes, and the emblematic tree of Nueva Esparta, the Guayacan.

The second area, The Flower Garden, includes the greatest number of flower species on Isla Margarita. Here you will also come in contact with mango, native plum, bananas, sugar cane, and guava trees.

The third area includes plant species which grow above 400m sea level, which consists of bromeliads, orchids, callas, fern pal trees, and climbing ferns.

The fourth area consists of a pond where you can watch and interact with some of the tropical fauna, turtles, black spiders, royal parrots, a boa constrictor, and a Capuchino monkey named Pancho.

Kingdom of MUSIPAN

If you are looking for a way to entertain your children, be sure to visit The Kingdom of MUSIPAN.

The Kingdom of MUSIPAN is a tourist based theme park based on the descriptions of Benjamin Rausseo, who is a well-known humorist of the area. The theme park offers its guests a variety of different swimming pools, waterslides, and restaurants to enjoy. The park also offers an animal farm, children’s play area, theater, and cinema.

While there, don’t miss the professional greased pig capturing contest, which is the official sport of the kingdom.

Porlamar Lighthouse

When visiting Isla Margarita, be sure to visit the Porlamar Lighthouse, which is one of the city’s most impressive historical landmarks.

The Porlamar Lighthouse, also known as El Faro de la Puntilla, is located east of Calle la Marina on the waterfront of Porlamar. This octagonal masonry tower, painted with pink and white horizontal bands has been located here since 1896.

The best time to visit is in the late afternoon because you’ll be assured of a great sunset and the spectacle of seeing hundreds of pelicans settling on the beach.

Isla Margarita Golf Club

Avid golfer? You will be happy to know that there is in fact a golf course on Isla Margarita, the Isla Margarita Golf Club.

The course features 18 holes and is a par 70 course. This course does not offer tee times, instead it works on a first come, first serve basis. However, there is usually no problem getting on this course except during busy national holidays like Christmas and Easter. During the low season months of April, May, June, October, and November you will most likely even have the course to yourself.

Course fees run anywhere from US$40 to US$80 depending on the time of year, but by paying in Bolivars you can reduce this cost and save yourself some money.

Caddies, pull carts, electric carts, and rental clubs are also available for your convenience.