Sand Bay

A tranquil beach with white sand, rows of hammocks, and plenty of lounge chairs to soak up the sun, Sand Bay is the perfect place to spend an afternoon enjoying the ocean and getting away from it all.  Sand Bay often has live music, DJ’s and special events, and they also have plenty of fun activities like a volleyball court, kayaks, and a floating trampoline.

Sand Bay is located just a few minutes from the main dock in Puerto Barrios but feels worlds apart from the hustle and bustle of the port city.    Sand Bay is locally owned and operated and the owners -Juan and Vilma-  can often be found enjoying the beach with their guests and family.  

Overview

Getting here:  From Lívingston or Puerto Barrios you can take a public boat from the municipal dock which costs 30Q, just ask them to drop you off at Sand Bay.  From Puerto Barrios you can also go to street #19 at the water’s edge and take Sand Bay’s private boat which costs 20Q per person.  If you want to take Sand Bay’s boat just call 55029834.

Website: www.playasandbay.com

Hours of operation:

October-May Wednesday-Sunday 9-9

June-September Friday-Sunday 9-9

They can also open during the week for a large group or special event as long as you give advance notice.

Cost for foreigners: $5 USD

Cost for locals: 10Q

What to bring:  Bathing suit, towel, repellent for the sand flies, and money to buy food and drinks. 

Sand Bay is a very safe area and there are no security problems. Very rarely there are jellyfish that can sting you in the ocean but they do not pose a serious threat.   Manatees live in the area and sometimes you can see them from the dock or the beach, but there are no restrictions to be aware of.