Gulf of Cariaco - Facts

Sep 26, 2025

Description:

On Venezuela’s northern coast, stretching east from the city of Cumaná lies the Gulfo de Cariaco. This huge, sausage-shaped bay encompasses a wonderful multi-coloured scenery of contrasting hills.  It is regarded as a safe place to visit and has many small, snug coves. The northern shore offers better protection than the southern coast.

Position:

10° 28.49'N, 64° 14.96'W (entrance to the Gulf)

If you have information for this section, or feedback on businesses used, please let us know at editor@noonsite.com. We also welcome new information about businesses you have used (see Related Businesses).

Next Section: Profile: Clearance
Related to following destinations: Gulf of Cariaco, Venezuela

Search the site

Log in to your account

Become a Noonsite Member

As a free user of Noonsite you are restricted to viewing 3 country formalities per month. You have viewed 0 formalities this month – but can view the countries you have accessed to date as many times as you want.

Become a Noonsite Member and you can view unlimited formalities each month and enjoy additional member benefits. Membership fees help our team keep country formalities information up-to-date in support of cruisers worldwide.

Find out more about membership levels and Become a Noonsite Member.