Sep
08
Filed Under (Travel) by gtrotter2008 on 25-04-2007

Cuba’s sea bed has coral reefs running along the coastline of the entire Island. Cuba boasts over 300 beaches and keys, 20 cave formations and more than 150 species of fish from the Atlantic Ocean. Snorkeling in the waters of Cuba’s marine platform is a veritable paradise - with gorgonians (order Gorgonacea), sponges (Spongia spp., Euspongia spp., Hippospongia spp., Demospongia spp.) and a wide variety of colorful fish submerged in its corals. There are also many caves that serve as a refuge for multiple forms of sea life.

Cuban waters are warm and transparent, with temperatures that vary between 23 C and 30 C with a visibility of 20-30 meters. There are various seaports and places of great beauty where one can practice water sports in all its forms, including snorkeling.

Things you should about snorkeling in Cuba
• The best beach near Havana for snorkeling is Jibacoa Beach about 1 hour drive from Havana. You can stay at Breezes Jibacoa Hotel for around 60.00 CUC per person per night.
• If you are an avid snorkeling fan you should take your own equipment.
• Off the beach at Playa Pesquero there is a decent depth for shore snorkeling and variety of species. You can find schools of squid and the odd moray.
• Playa Pesquero near Guardalavaca is excellent to introduce your kids to the world of snorkel. Coral reefs are just meters off the shore.
• If you are staying in Guardalavaca you can book a picnic/snorkeling excursion to Pesquero.
• Playa Esmeralda near Guardalavaca is highly recommended for snorkeling.
• Playa Las Colorados in Cayo Coco has great snorkeling too. Right in front of Sol Club Cayo Coco you can find some nice big barracudas.
• No jewellery, bright colors or freaking out when that big barracuda comes in for a much closer look.



Aug
26
Filed Under (Travel) by gtrotter2008 on 25-04-2007

Havana and its History
Air transfer to/from Havana. Walking Tour in Historical Centre. Driving tour in the Modern part of Havana. Visit tof Colombus Cemetery, Plaza de la Revolución and Capitanes Generales museum. Lunch is included. Price from 160.00 CUC

Havana with Tropicana
Overnight in Havana to enjoy the famous Tropicana Show followed by a day touring around the Havana’s Old Town and the Modern part of Havana. Lunch and dinner is included. Price from 280.00 CUC

Dolphin Delights
Air transfer to/from Cienfuegos. Tour of delightful town and bay included. Half an hour swimming with dolphins. Lunch is included. Price from 120.00 CUC

Colonial Trinidad
Air transfer to/from Trinidad, declared by UNESCO as humanity heritage. This excursion includes the following visits : the tobacco factory, museums, ceramic labs and the Iznaga Tower. Free time for shopping. Lunch is included.

Trinidad Spectacular
Overnight in mountain lodge located on the Escambray Mountains, swimming in river and touring around Trinidad. Price from 150.00 CUC

Coral Reef
Local expert guides take you twice a day to a fantastic coral reef. Price from 20.00 CUC

Jeep Safari
Tour in jeep all along the Cuban country side. Horse riding and visit to a tobacco house. Typical Cuban Lunch is included. Price from 70.00 CUC

Moron City Tour
Tour in horse and carriage along Moron city. Price from 25.00 CUC

Tropical Safari in Katamaran
Snorkelling in a coral barrier, and visit to a virgin beach. Open bar and lunch is included. Price from 65.00 CUC

Colourful Cuba
Steam train, speedboats, crocodile farm, abandoned sugar mill. Good value. Price from 50.00 CUC

Jungle Tour
Biggest hit. Drive speedboat through mangroves and snorkel in deep water. Price from 35.00 CUC