 Panoramic view of Cayo Paiclá | |
  Cayo Paiclá Location of Cayo Paiclá within Venezuela | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Caribbean Sea |
| Coordinates | 10°48′59″N 68°16′02″W / 10.81639°N 68.26722°W / 10.81639; -68.26722 |
| Area | 170 ha (420 acres) |
| Administration | |
| State | Falcón |
| Municipality | Silva |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
Cayo Paiclá (or simply Paiclá)[1] is a Caribbean island covering approximately 170 hectares (420 acres), located within the Morrocoy National Park[2] in western Venezuela. Administratively, it is part of the Silva Municipality in the Falcón State.[3]
Geography
The island is situated in the Caribbean Sea, south of Boca Seca. It is known for its dense tropical vegetation, white sand beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Due to its geological characteristics, tidal changes and natural sediment dynamics have physically altered parts of the island over time, occasionally leaving some areas temporarily submerged.[4]
Tourism
Cayo Paiclá is a popular destination among domestic and international tourists visiting Morrocoy National Park. It is particularly favored by families with children because the shore's water is shallow and deepens very gradually. The island is mid-sized compared to neighboring keys and offers basic tourist amenities, including a small restaurant, palm trees for shade, and chair or awning rentals. It generally experiences a lower influx of tourists than other major keys in the park, offering a more serene environment.[5]
See also
References
- Cubillán, Humberto Silva (2002). Diccionario ecológico (in Spanish). Fondo Editorial Agenda XXI. ISBN 978-980-6409-08-8.
- Novo, Isabel (1997). Ciencia y conservación en el sistema de parques nacionales de Venezuela: una experiencia de cooperación interinstitucional (in Spanish). EcoNatura. ISBN 978-980-07-4249-5.
- Guía Marítima, Portuaria Y de la Industria Naval de Venezuela (in Spanish). Gumarpoca, C.A. 1991. ISBN 978-980-300-990-8.
- "Cayo Paiclá - Isla tropical en el Parque Nacional Morrocoy". Around Us (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-06-16.
- "Paiclás". VenezuelaTuya (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-06-16.