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Boating & Boat Trips
Travelers have a number of vendors to choose from in this town. Cancel Boats (
787-899-5891; boats per hr about $30) , at the town docks, has a lot of loyal customers
renting its 15ft whaler-type boats with 10HP engines. Competitor Torres Boat Service
nearby has similar prices, all of which get better with larger groups.
Across the street from the shopping center is Aleli Kayak Rental ( 787-899-6086;
1-/2-person kayaks per hr $10/15, half day $30/40, full day $50/60) , which is the most
ecologically responsible way to see the magical waters. It can also arrange ecotours through
the mangrove channels. For any rentals, call ahead, as opening hours are variable.
Kitesurfing & Windsurfing
The sheltered waters of the bay and reliable breeze makes this an excellent destination for
windsurfing and kiteboarding. For all related inquiries, ask Eddie Rodríguez, who runs an
excellent water sports shop, VentoLera( 787-808-0396;OceanViewMall;windsurf-
ing rentals from $45) .
Fishing
You can fish the reefs for grouper, snapper and mackerel, or head into deeper water for blue
marlin, tuna and dorado. Parguera Fishing Charters ( 787-382-4698) runs half- and
full-day trips (from $175) on its 31ft Bertram from a well-marked dock at the west end of
town.
Festivals & Events
Fiesta de San Pedro PARTY
Named after the abundant pargo fish, La Parguera hosts the Fiesta de San Pedro to honor
the patron saint of fisherman in June. The party closes the main street, where there's live
music, food kiosks, children's activities and vendors who pour untold gallons of Medalla.
Sleeping
There are plenty of sleeping options within walking distance of La Parguera, so unless it's
the peak of summer or during a festival, it won't be hard to find a comfortable place to