This beautiful island, located in front of San Andres’ principle beach, was declared a regional park in 2001. At approximately 1.5 kms from San Andres, it is the largest of the cays that surround it.
Johnny Cay is a great place to enjoy beautiful palm trees, white-sand beaches, restaurants that offer delicacies just taken out of the sea, music groups from the island, and a richness of fish and corals for those who love to experience undersea life.
This is a true Caribbean jewel, jutting out from under the sea, and can be appreciated from Sardina Bay. Visitors arrive by speed boat, anxious to see this natural formation of extraordinary beauty. Johnny Cay’s beauty surpasses expectations, and soon you’ll be wrapped in a dream.
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An indispensable point of San Andres interest, Johnny Cay unites all the decadence of the sea in a very small area charged with surprises of immeasurable beauty. A musical breeze, powdery white-sand beaches, coconut palms that rise to the sky and preside ostentatiously as if they were painted with precious green strokes. Contrast this with the warm, calm waters – rich with colors that vary from cerulean to champagne green.
There aren’t enough hours in the day to appreciate this divine gift of the Caribbean. It’s always the case that time speeds by when you’re having the most fun. Though time is short, don’t miss out on the chance to snorkel or scuba dive in the colorful waters where you can appreciate the whimsical, spectacular coralline formations that are home to an impressive variety of marine life.
In line with these immersions, natural pools can be found everywhere. We owe the formation of these magnificent natural pools to hundreds of coral reefs that fringe the vicinity of the archipelago. Luckily, taking a splash in these refreshing waters is incomparable to any other experience. Just one dip, and any swimmer will one to jump in, again and again, to repeat this sensation.
To accompany your aquatic activities, take advantage of an exquisite red snapper with coconut rice and fried plantains or any number of exquisite island delicacies to complete your afternoon. Refreshments and drinks are some of the best in the Caribbean. No one can come here and miss out on trying a Coco Loco (Crazy Coconut), a must-try cocktail when spending time in Johnny Cay.
A visit to San Andres would be incomplete without stepping through the golden beaches of this spectacular Cay, just 15 minutes from the San Andres coast. Rent an umbrella and enjoy a sunny afternoon, watching the iguanas that, before the eyes of astounded visitors, also stretch out in the sun before returning to their cool, green refuge.