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Italcaribe Village in El Cardón · Isla Margarita · Venezuela
Italcaribe Village
On Isla Margarita’s eastern coast, Italcaribe Village in El Cardón is a tropical guesthouse with rooms and apartments within walking distance of Playa El Tirano.
A tropical stay on the eastern coast
Surrounded by tropical vegetation, this small property offers rooms and apartments for travellers who want to stay on the eastern side of Isla Margarita, close to the sea and away from large resort complexes.
First of all, guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, a tropical garden and spaces designed for relaxation. Playa El Tirano can be reached on foot, while Paraguachí and the main beaches on the eastern coast are a short drive away.
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At a glance
- Property type: guesthouse with rooms and apartments
- Location: El Cardón, El Tirano area
- Island: Isla Margarita, Nueva Esparta
- Atmosphere: peaceful, tropical and informal
- Best for: couples, families and beach stays
Highlights
Pool and tropical garden
The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by greenery. As a result, the pool and tropical garden provide a peaceful place to relax during a stay.
Walk to the beach
From the El Cardón location, guests can walk to Playa El Tirano. short journeys provide access to other beaches along the island’s eastern coast.
Services at Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
Overall, the services cover the essential needs of a beach holiday. For example, accommodation includes air conditioning, a minibar and Wi-Fi. the shared areas include a pool, garden and private parking.
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Wi-Fi
- Satellite TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Tropical garden
- Private parking
- Paid airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for guests with reduced mobility
- Breakfast
Explore Isla Margarita from Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
Isla Margarita is the main island of Venezuela’s Nueva Esparta state and combines markedly different settings: urban and commercial centres in the south-east, inland hills, historic towns, fishing bays and open beaches along the eastern shore. Italcaribe sits in this quieter eastern area, away from the more continuous urban fabric of Pampatar and Porlamar.
El Cardón is a settlement in Antolín del Campo municipality, on the corridor linking inland communities with El Tirano and the coast. Nearby Paraguachí is the municipal capital and retains a local identity shaped by its history, religious tradition and inland community. Therefore, the immediate area mixes homes, small services, tropical vegetation and roads to the beaches rather than a single dense tourist strip.
On the coast, Playa El Tirano keeps the character of a fishing village. Farther north, Playa Parguito has stronger waves and a sporting atmosphere, while Playa El Agua provides the best-known and most serviced beach promenade in this part of the island. Beyond it, Manzanillo is a traditional bay on the northern shore. As a result, this is a practical base for combining different beaches, seafood, villages and outdoor activities.
Finally, the Avenida 31 de Julio is the main road spine for Paraguachí and onward journeys towards La Asunción, Pampatar and Porlamar. A car or pre-arranged transfer makes travel easier, particularly in the evening. Distances in this listing are approximate straight-line measurements; journey times, access, sea conditions and schedules should be checked on the day.
Things to do by day near Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
- Playa El Tirano — sea and fishing village about 1 km away, the closest option.
- Playa Parguito — waves, surfing, beach kiosks and bay views about 2.7 km away.
- Playa El Agua — long beach, boulevard, restaurants and beach services about 5.5 km away.
- Manzanillo — bay, fish restaurants and maritime tradition about 8.1 km away.
- Paraguachí — walk through the municipal capital, San José church and local services.
- La Asunción — historic centre, cathedral and Santa Rosa Castle in one outing.
- Pampatar — castle, bay, old centre, restaurants and shopping.
- Playa La Caracola — walking, running or cycling on the urban coastal strip.
- Porlamar — markets, shopping centres, Francisco Narváez Museum and city life.
For beaches and outdoor activities, check waves, wind, shade and services. Confirm opening and access before visiting historic sites or museums.
Nightlife near Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
El Cardón is quiet at night. A genuinely broad choice requires separating the east coast, Pampatar, Porlamar and La Asunción, with the return journey arranged in advance.
Playa El Agua and the east coast
- Aguacero Restaurante — Playa El Agua: dinner and cocktails into the evening, useful for staying closer to Italcaribe.
- Aguadulce Beach Club — Playa El Agua: mainly a daytime and sunset beach club; check for special evening events.
Rooftops, cocktails and evenings in Pampatar
- 11:11 Rooftop — Lidotel / Sambil Margarita: panoramic rooftop with music, cocktails and evening events.
- Guayoyo Gastro Bar — Calle El Cristo, Pampatar: cocktails, food and sunset in a more relaxed setting.
- Destilados Whisky & Bar — gastronomic boulevard at La Vela shopping centre: whisky bar and evening drinks.
- Negrita Terrace Bar — La Vela shopping centre: terrace bar for aperitifs and after-dinner drinks.
- Beach Bar — Pampatar: bar-and-club format with late weekend programming.
Clubs and discos in Porlamar
- 1900 Night Life — Costa Azul shopping centre, Porlamar: nightclub with DJs, dance floor and bottle service.
- Goa 007 — Marina del Concorde, Porlamar: club with themed nights and late music.
- El Patio Margarita — Avenida Bolívar, Sabanamar: DJ club with VIP area, parking and Thursday-to-Saturday programming.
Character bars and a cultural alternative
- La Bodeguita de Pablo — La Asunción: a rum bar in a historic setting for a less club-oriented evening.
- Amaranto and Doña Bárbara — Pampatar: alternatives for dinner, cocktails and after-dinner drinks by reservation or programme.
Before going out: check the venue’s official channel on the same day for the event, opening, dress code, advance entry arrangements and minimum spend; arrange a taxi or driver and return time, as night public transport from El Cardón should not be relied upon.
Places to visit near Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
- San José de Paraguachí Church — Paraguachí: a historic and religious landmark in the municipal capital and one of the closest cultural visits.
- Playa El Tirano — El Tirano: beach and fishing village showing the maritime character of the east coast.
- Santa Rosa Castle — La Asunción: historic fortress overlooking the city and connected with the island’s independence history.
- La Asunción historic centre and cathedral — squares and civic and religious architecture that can be combined with the castle.
- San Carlos de Borromeo Castle — Pampatar: coastal fort beside the old centre and bay.
- Nuestra Señora del Valle Basilica — El Valle del Espíritu Santo: the island’s principal Marian sanctuary.
- Fortín de La Galera — Juan Griego: viewpoint known for its bay and sunset panorama.
- Cerro El Copey National Park — protected mountain area; obtain current local information before using access roads or trails.
- Laguna de La Restinga National Park — mangroves, channels and lagoon visited with authorized local operators.
For forts, churches and protected areas, confirm opening, access, guides and route conditions on the same day. Group farther locations into one itinerary to reduce travel time.
Recreational activities
- Surfing and bodyboarding at Playa Parguito or Playa El Agua, matching the session to conditions and ability.
- Snorkelling and diving around Los Frailes or Cubagua with a qualified centre.
- Kayaking through the Laguna de La Restinga channels with a local guide.
- Kitesurfing and windsurfing at El Yaque with a school and equipment.
- Jeep safari through Macanao, La Restinga, El Valle and western beaches.
- Historic walks in Paraguachí, La Asunción, Pampatar and Juan Griego.
- Cycling and e-bikes on routes selected for traffic, heat and elevation.
- Horse riding in Macanao with an operator and protective equipment.
- Shopping in Pampatar and Porlamar and for local crafts.
- Food experiences ranging from beach kiosks and seafood to Margarita cuisine and contemporary restaurants.
For every activity, confirm the operator, availability, duration, transport, equipment, weather, minimum age, cancellation and applicable insurance cover.
Excursions
- Laguna de La Restinga by boat: mangrove channels with a local boat operator and a coastal stop.
- Laguna de La Restinga by kayak: a more active guided route subject to weather and lagoon conditions.
- Cubagua Island: boat day with history, beaches and snorkelling when included.
- Coche Island: day trip by sea after confirming harbour, operator and return time.
- Los Frailes: diving or snorkelling with a qualified centre, subject to sea conditions.
- Island jeep safari: route through Cerro El Copey, El Valle, La Restinga, Macanao and western beaches.
- Northern villages: Santa Ana, Juan Griego, Pedro González and the north coast.
- La Asunción, El Valle and Pampatar: cultural day combining forts, basilica, squares and old centres.
Mandatory checklist: meeting point, transfers, guide, operator licence, lifejackets or equipment, meals, insurance cover, cancellation terms and return arrangements.
Practical travel information for Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
Public-interest points
- Unified emergency number 911: ambulance, fire and police; also save the property address and coordinates.
- Santiago Mariño International Airport (PMV) — El Yaque area, about 25.4 km away: confirm flight, terminal and transfer before travel.
- Nueva Esparta State Police — reference command in La Asunción: use 911 for immediate danger.
- Nueva Esparta Civil Protection: regional emergency and risk authority; obtain the current contact from official channels before travel.
- Dr Luis Ortega Hospital — Porlamar: main public hospital reference for the urban area.
- Punta de Piedras maritime terminal: sea connections; verify operator, service and schedule on the travel day.
- La Isleta landing point: used by launches to Coche Island; use identifiable operators and confirm the return.
- Consular assistance: page language does not identify citizenship. Check the traveller’s own foreign ministry for the authority serving Nueva Esparta and save its emergency number.
Keep offline copies of identification, policy, address, coordinates, essential numbers and the property contact. Public-service hours and operational availability can change.
Public and private healthcare and insurance
Equipped private hospitals
- Hospital Clínicas del Este — Los Robles / Porlamar: 24/7 emergency care, surgery, intensive care, inpatient care, diagnostics and medical specialties.
- Centro Médico Quirúrgico La Fe — Pampatar: 24/7 emergency care, inpatient care, laboratory, diagnostics, blood bank and multiple specialties.
- Centro Médico El Valle — El Valle del Espíritu Santo: emergency and trauma-shock capacity, inpatient rooms, operating theatres, intensive care, laboratory and diagnostic imaging.
- Clínica Juan Griego — Juan Griego: permanent 24-hour care, emergency, inpatient and diagnostic services; it is farther away but serves the north of the island.
- Centro Médico Dr Hernández Cisneros — El Tirano: a laboratory point close to Italcaribe, but not an emergency hospital.
Public healthcare network
Public network: Dr Luis Ortega Hospital is Porlamar’s main public hospital reference. At the time of need, confirm the actual department, medicine and diagnostic availability, payment requirements and any transfer; call 911 in an emergency.
Insurance before travel
Cover bought before departure: choose a policy explicitly valid in Venezuela that includes medical treatment and hospitalisation, 24/7 assistance, direct billing or a guarantee of payment, medical evacuation and repatriation, plus planned sports. Check limits, excess, exclusions, pre-existing conditions, waiting periods and the provider network in Nueva Esparta.
Plans and assistance available locally
Options that can be checked or arranged locally: Clínica La Fe advertises its own “Turismo de Salud”, “APS+ Emergencias” and “Contigo24” plans; ask the clinic to confirm eligibility, duration, included care, waiting periods and visitor access. Venemergencia has Urgent Care partner points on Margarita at La Fe and Clínica Juan Griego for members of participating insurers and compatible health plans; eligibility must be confirmed before use. Venezuelan insurers and local brokers also offer policies or plans with provider networks in Nueva Esparta: obtain written confirmation that the chosen clinic is in-network and whether a guarantee letter or pre-authorisation is required. A local healthcare plan does not automatically replace international evacuation and repatriation cover.
Fuel
- E/S La Loma — on the Paraguachí–Avenida 31 de Julio corridor, about 1.8 km away.
- Paraguachí / Estación Ecoturística Paraguachoa — about 2 km away.
- Before driving: check actual petrol or diesel stock, queues, opening times and payment method; these details change and are not published consistently.
- Practical rule: refuel before reaching reserve, especially before westbound journeys or a trip to Macanao.
Car and motorcycle rental
- Rental and Sale Cars — offices in Pampatar and at the airport; states that it delivers to airports, hotels and other island locations and includes insurance and roadside assistance.
- ACO Rent a Car — Santiago Mariño Airport: economy fleet and airport collection.
- Hertz and Budget — reported in the airport arrivals area by a local guide updated in 2026; confirm desk, hours and availability directly.
- Viajes Margarita — Boulevard Porlamar: vehicles and transfers through a local travel agency.
- Yaque Bikes — El Yaque: scooters and motorcycles; confirm availability, engine size and delivery.
What can be hired
Availability may include city cars, saloons, SUVs, group vehicles, chauffeured cars, scooters and motorcycles. Do not assume every category is available for the requested date.
Checks before signing
- Documents: accepted licence, passport, minimum age and any international permit.
- Costs: deposit, currency, mileage, fuel, late return and one-way return.
- Cover: liability, damage, theft, excess, exclusions and accident procedure.
- Vehicle: damage photos, tyres, lights, air conditioning, spare or repair kit, motorcycle helmet and assistance number.
Supermarkets
- Rattan Paraguachí — about 3 km away, the nearest verified large shop.
- Supermercado del Campo — Avenida 31 de Julio/El Tirano corridor, useful on the eastern coast; reconfirm operation and hours.
- Rattan Hypermarket — Avenida Jóvito Villalba, Pampatar/Playa El Ángel.
- Sigo Supermarket — Sambil Margarita area, Pampatar.
- Río Supermarket — Sambil Margarita, Pampatar.
- Family Market Playa El Ángel — Avenida Aldonza Manrique, Pampatar.
- El Mercado La Isla — Porlamar.
For a wider range, travel to Pampatar or Porlamar. Opening times, stock, accepted currency and payment methods can change; check on the day.
Sport
- Surfing and bodyboarding: Playa Parguito, choosing the level and water entry according to waves and currents.
- Kitesurfing and windsurfing: El Yaque, with schools and equipment hire.
- Scuba, snorkelling and freediving: an SSI centre in Paraguachí and trips to Los Frailes or Cubagua.
- Padel and pickleball: Margarita Pádel Club in Pampatar; padel is also available at Elite Pádel Pro in Sambil Sports Center.
- Tennis: Margarita Tennis Club and Margarita Racquet Center in the Pampatar–Porlamar area; confirm booking and visitor access.
- Golf: the 18-hole course at Hesperia Isla Margarita in the Pedro González area; confirm tee time and non-guest access.
- Other options: swimming, kayaking, sailing, sport fishing, walking, cycling and mountain biking, plus gyms and fitness centres around Pampatar and Porlamar.
For every activity, check availability, instructor, equipment, weather, transport, minimum age and insurance cover.
Useful questions before setting out
Preparing for Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
Do I need a car?
First, a car is very useful for exploring the island and reaching beaches, clinics, supermarkets and sports facilities. For a small number of trips, arrange taxis or transfers and agree the fare and return before leaving. Public transport is limited and irregular.
How should I arrange the airport transfer?
Beforehand, confirm the flight number, actual arrival time, meeting point, driver name and fare in advance. Save the property address and coordinates for offline use.
How should I handle payments and cash?
ask which currencies and card networks are accepted and which exchange rate is used. Carry more than one payment method and small notes; connectivity or payment terminals may be unavailable.
Are water and electricity continuous?
However, interruptions or rationing can occur. Ask whether the property has a water tank, pump, generator or backup systems and how air conditioning, hot water and Wi-Fi work during an outage.
Can I drink tap water?
For drinking and washing raw food, packaged or properly treated water is the prudent option unless reliable local advice says otherwise. Check that bottle seals are intact.
Getting around, sea conditions and wellbeing
How should I prepare my phone and connectivity?
Therefore, download maps, the address, policy and essential numbers before travelling. Check roaming or a compatible SIM/eSIM and carry a power bank; coverage can vary outside major centres.
Are the beaches always calm?
No. However, Parguito and El Agua are exposed and can have waves and currents. Check flags, local guidance and the marine forecast; do not enter alone or in isolated areas when the sea is rough.
What should I bring for sun, heat and insects?
For example, use sunscreen, a hat, drinking water, repellent and light clothing. Sea activities and excursions require extra protection, suitable footwear and hydration.
Health, safety and activities
Where can I obtain medicines?
In particular, bring enough regular medication in its original packaging, with the prescription and generic name. Do not assume that a brand or dose will be available; ask a clinician or pharmacist about alternatives.
What should I prepare for a medical emergency?
First, prepare the 911 number, ID, policy, assistance contact, medicine and allergy list, a payment method and an evacuation or repatriation plan. When possible, call the insurer before attending a clinic to obtain authorisation or a guarantee of payment.
Which personal-safety precautions help?
Meanwhile, use agreed transport, avoid displaying cash or devices, leave no valuables visible in a vehicle and ask the property for current local guidance. Keep separate copies of documents and your own country’s consular contacts.
What should I check before an excursion or sport?
Before booking, check the operator, guide, equipment, weather, transport, return point, age limits, cancellation terms and insurance cover. Sea, diving and wind activities should be changed or cancelled when conditions are unsuitable.
How should I manage fuel and longer drives?
Finally, check availability before the journey, refuel early and do not run on reserve. For Macanao or less-served areas, carry water, a charged phone and share the route.
Where to find Italcaribe Village in El Cardón
Address:
Calle Muñoz, third side street, house without number, El Cardón sector, Paraguachí, 6324 El Tirano, Nueva Esparta, Venezuela.
Coordinates:
11.103662, -63.842430
The property is on the eastern coast of Isla Margarita, close to Playa El Tirano. you can view the location on OpenStreetMap.
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