HIGHLIGHTS
Johnny Cay, the Aquarium and Beyond
A short list of what's genuinely within reach of the zona hotelera, with honest notes on distance and access.
Within reach of the zona hotelera
Each entry below includes a realistic sense of distance or travel time, so the list can be used for actual planning rather than browsing.
short boat ride from the zona hoteleraJohnny Cay — A small sandy islet, a common half-day boat trip.
short boat rideAcuario and Haynes Cay — Shallow, calm water popular for swimming and snorkelling.
~15 min taxiWest View — A snorkelling and diving point on the island's west side.
~20 min taxiHoyo Soplador — A natural blowhole on the island's eastern coast.
~15 min taxiLa Loma — A hilltop area with island views and a historic church.
~10 min taxiSan Andrés town centre — The main commercial strip, including duty-free shopping.
Opening hours, entry conditions and access rules change — check ahead of your visit, particularly for anything described as seasonal or weather-dependent.