Mata La Gata
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Mata La Gata

🚶 boat access

Beach Features

SecludedScenicSnorkelingSwimmingPopular

Current Conditions

Sargassum: Light SargassumSurf: Small WavesWind: Moderate Wind

Amenities

Picnic Areas

About This Beach

Mata La Gata is a mangrove cay within the La Parguera Nature Reserve, just a short boat ride from the fishing village of La Parguera. Unlike nearby sandbars, Mata La Gata has a small sandy beach, shaded picnic gazebos, BBQ pits, and a natural ocean pool, making it the most family‑friendly cay in the reserve. It’s a favorite for locals who come by boat or water taxi to spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and grilling under the mangroves.

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Coordinates: 17.9567, -67.045Updated: 9/24/2025

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