Caribbean coast and islands holidays
Caribbean coast and islands holidays at a glance
Venezuela’s Caribbean coast remains one of the region’s best-kept secrets. Along much of the coastline you’ll find undeveloped beaches, offshore islands and protected marine environments that remain largely untouched by international tourism. White sand beaches, rocky coves, coral reefs and tropical forests combine to create an exceptionally varied coastal landscape.
While destinations such as Margarita Island have long attracted visitors, much of the coastline remains wonderfully authentic. Small fishing villages, quiet seaside resorts and hidden bays offer a slower pace of life and a glimpse into a less-visited side of the Caribbean.
Offshore, coral archipelagos and marine parks provide opportunities to explore vibrant underwater ecosystems. Whether you’re relaxing on the beach, heading out by boat or discovering coastal communities, this region offers an ideal contrast to Venezuela’s mountain and wildlife destinations.
Why choose Journey Latin America for your holiday to Caribbean coast and islands
We’ve been planning trips to Central and South America for over 45 years, longer than any other UK specialist. Every holiday is built around you by a Travel Expert who has been to the places they recommend, with support from your first enquiry to the day you fly home.
What makes Venezuela’s Caribbean coast special is how unspoilt much of it remains. There are stretches of coastline where you’ll feel like you’ve discovered your own private corner of the Caribbean.
When to visit Caribbean coast and islands
One of the biggest advantages of Venezuela’s Caribbean coast is its consistently warm climate. Daytime temperatures generally hover around 30°C, while evenings remain comfortably warm at approximately 22°C.
Temperatures are hot, hovering at 30°C in the daytimes and remaining in the twenties even at night. Humidity is high and between November – January there is more rainfall than the rest of the year. Carnival in Feb/March and Easter may be busier with visitors arriving from nearby cities for a beach break. You can expect plenty of sunshine year round.
Expect sunny, hot weather reaching 30°C, and steamy tropical humidity. With little rain during these months, this is an ideal time to explore the area’s little resorts, rustic ports, rocky, sand-speckled bays and mesmerising marine life.
Top Things to do in Caribbean coast and islands
Venezuela’s Caribbean coast is all about slowing down and embracing life by the sea. From coral islands and tropical beaches to local culture and coastal adventures, the region offers a wonderfully relaxed contrast to the country’s mountains and wildlife regions.
See the chocolate-making process first hand at a rural cocoa plantation.
Tailor-Made Caribbean coast and islands Tours
Prefer to travel on your own terms? We’ll build a trip around your dates, your pace and the things you most want to see – whether that’s a first run at Machu Picchu, a family adventure mixing history and wildlife, or a food-focused journey through Lima and the Sacred Valley. Our Travel Experts can help shape it with you.
Signature Peru and Colombia – Andean Wonders to the Caribbean Coast
Places visited: Lima · Cusco · Sacred Valley of the Incas · Machu Picchu · Bogota · Coffee Region (Zona Cafetera) · Medellin · Cartagena · Caribbean coast and islands
20 days from £6,030
FAQs about visiting Caribbean coast and islands
Caribbean coast and islands is one of the most popular destinations, and there’s plenty to think about before you go. Here, our specialists share their best advice.
- When To Go
The Caribbean coast is consistently dry and hot with plenty of sun. Most rain falls between Nov-Jan.
For more detailed information visit our When To Go section.
- Language
Spanish
- Getting Local Currency
Bolívar Fuerte. Banks will offer advances on a credit card. Money exchange offices and many hotels will happily buy US dollars cash (very few accept euros or sterling and the rate will be poor). Obtain your local currency before heading to the coast.
- Time Difference
GMT -5.5 hours (yes, really).
- Combines With
A tour in Colombia to the west, with daily flights from Caracas to Bogotá taking just 1hr 45mins; the Inca archaeological sites of Peru (daily flights Caracas to Lima take 4hrs).
- Getting There
There are regular short domestic flights between Caracas and Cumaná (for the eastern beaches) and Los Roques. The drive from Caracas to Choroní through the hilly Henri Pittier National Park (170km); or to Morrocoy takes 3.5hrs.
- Key Events
Carnival, countrywide, Feb-Mar. Most Venezuelan urbanites enjoy a 4-day weekend and choose to vacate the city and head for the beach.
Easter (Holy Week), countrywide, Mar-Apr. Many Venezuelans spend this week away at the beach.
Weekends and public holidays: Beach destinations along the coast can get very busy, but are usually deserted during the week.
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Tell us where you want to go, and we’ll take it from there. No obligation, no sales pitch – just a conversation with someone who knows the region inside out.