
Tortuga Bay Beach
Tortuga Bay Beach
Cuenca, Ecuador
Shoreline of dunes, salt flats & mangroves, home to species including iguanas & flamingos.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Shoreline of dunes, salt flats & mangroves, home to species including iguanas & flamingos.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ Kenn R. Suarez — 2 weeks ago
have no words to describe this place. It’s one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever been to, especially because of its unique wildlife. You can see animals like iguanas and baby sharks so close to you. It’s truly a paradise. The only downside is the lack of shade—an eco-friendly place to rest from the sun would be a great addition.”
**★★★★★ Cee Jay — a month ago
The beach was absolutely stunning with its powdery white sand. The ocean was a beautiful shade of blue, perfect for a relaxing day by the water. I did notice there wasn't much wildlife, just a few crabs scuttling around. Still, it made for a really nice walk along the shore. It's definitely a place I'd love to visit again.
**★★★★★ Leonardo Cifuentes — a month ago
A vast beautiful white beach, where you can observe marine iguanas diving into the ocean. The sea is rough for the most part of the beach, but at the far end there is a smaller beach that faces a beautiful lagoon. Here you can swim, kayak and snorkel, encountering sea turtles, lots of fish and baby sharks. To get to the main beach you must walk a path that crosses some arid woods and bushes, immersing you deep in the natural ecosystems of the island. Overall this is an absolute must if you want
**★★★★★ peter jones — 3 months ago
One of the nicest beaches, you can get here by boat or walk to it, its about 3.5 km from the harbour. The biggest part is rough to swim, but continue and you will reach a quiet piece in a big bay where the water is calm and much warmer. Lots of trees to find some shade, watch of for the flies who sting.
**★★★★★ Desiree McConnell — 4 months ago
We took a scenic 45-minute hike from where we were staying, and the path was smooth and easy to follow. The walk was well worth it, as it opened up to a stunning beach with soft white sand and turquoise water. The first stretch of beach is gorgeous to admire, but it has strong riptides so swimming isn’t recommended. If you continue down a bit farther, you’ll reach a second beach where it’s safe to swim and snorkel, and there’s even a small stand for kayak rentals.
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