The 12 best beaches in Cuba
Cuba, also known as the largest of the Antilles, is an archipelago located in the Caribbean Sea, recognized worldwide for its tourist attractions but, without a doubt, one of the most important, is its beautiful beaches. To talk about Cuba is to talk about the Caribbean. And talking about the beaches of Cuba is talking directly about Paradise.
After deep research in dozens of websites and travel agencies, as well as blogs and travel forums with thousands of explorers, we have carried out this list of the best beaches and keys in Cuba.
With more than 580 kilometers of coastline and 4,195 keys, islets and adjacent islands, Cuba is one of the most privileged countries when planning an exotic vacation. Bathed by the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, the beaches of Cuba are a real delight for the senses. Especially for those in love with the wildest nature.
Its strategic position has made Cuba a natural paradise. In addition, the little exploitation of its beaches and landscapes keeps that wild side and its keys are an example of this.
Then, you can discover the best information about the 12 best beaches and keys in Cuba (which will make you believe in paradise again). Let's go there!
1. Varadero Beach (Hicacos Peninsula, Matanzas)
Varadero Beach (Hicacos Peninsula, Matanzas) is simply the best beach on the entire island of Cuba
It is possible that Varadero Beach is simply the best beach on the entire island of Cuba. It is undoubtedly one of the best known and is located about 120 kilometers east of Havana, north of the province of Matanzas, on the Hicacos peninsula.
With 22 kilometers of the impressive beach of fine white sand and a gentle descent from its platform towards the sea, Varadero beach is a real tourist attraction that allows us to enjoy paradise in all its splendor and forget the rest of the world.
There are many internationally renowned tropical beaches, but Varadero remains undoubtedly one of the most famous beaches in the world. An earth arm of sublime beauty. Varadero is the Caribbean in its purest form.
A warm sea of turquoise waters and kilometers of fine white sand make this part of Cuba a true paradise, a gift of nature where you can enjoy sports, rest and adventure. Sailing in its crystalline waters is a unique pleasure. Nautical activities such as kitesurf or sailing are booming.
The leisure possibilities in this natural spa are endless. People who enjoy Cuban beaches like Varadero, also enjoy the hospitality of Cubans, their culture, cuisine, and cocktails (very popular thanks to Ernest Hemingway who we will talk about later)
Varadero is a luxury holiday destination where culture, leisure, and nature merge to offer the best of Cuba.
2. Santa María del Mar Beach (Eastern Beaches. Havana)
Santa María del Mar Beach (Eastern Beaches. Havana), a very beautiful natural beach
As we have said on thousands of occasions, the best way to get the first idea about a new site is to go directly to know the experiences of travelers who have already visited that place. And for this, there is nothing better than Tripadvisor, where we can know the opinions and experiences of travelers in all corners of the world.
In this case, we have asked about the best beach in Cuba but also taking into account the distance to Havana. As a result, we have Santa María del Mar, a very beautiful natural beach with easy access where we can enjoy a perfect day surrounded by friends or family.
This beach located east of the capital, between the beaches of Bacuranao and Boca Ciega, is one of the most popular beaches among the inhabitants of Havana. It has an approximate extension of 10 kilometers of beaches of very fine sand and is located just 35 kilometers from the city center.
3. Ancon Beach (Trinidad, Sancti Spíritus)
Ancon Beach (Trinidad, Sancti Spíritus), in the southern coast of Cuba
12 kilometers south of the city of Trinidad, we find Playa Ancón, on the southern coast of Cuba. We can say that this beach has won the title as one of the most prominent on the island.
And, it has more than thirty points to dive and snorkel. a few meters offshore thanks to an impressive coral reef. This makes it the ideal destination for those who love this sport. Nor can we leave aside the 4 kilometers of soft beach that ocean currents have accumulated there over the centuries.
We can also find fantastic hotels in Playa Ancon (Cuba). In Booking we can find a comparison between them with the best prices so that the experience is not simply unique, but also economic.
In short, there is no better presentation of this wonderful beach than photos to see that its beauty is irresistible. Crystal clear waters, fine white sand and coral areas that delight everyone who passes through this beach. Other similar beaches can be Playa Batea, or Playa de la Boca, all of them in Cuba.
4. Cayo Largo del Sur (Carraneos Archipelago. Isla de la Juventud)
Cayo Largo del Sur (Carraneos Archipelago. Isla de la Juventud), located in the Caribbean Sea
The Cayo Largo del Sur is an island located in the Caribbean Sea, at the eastern end of the Canarreos archipelago. It's more than 25 kilometers of extension makes it an amazing destination for those who enjoy walking through the sand and immersing themselves in completely crystalline waters.
In addition, we will also find corners for naturists. If your thing is to enjoy the landscape without clothes on top, you can do it in many of its natural and wild corners.
It is located 135 kilometers from Nuevo Gerona on the Isla de la Juventud and is one of the main tourist destinations par excellence so you can not miss it.
5. Santa Lucia Beach (Camagüey)
Santa Lucia Beach (Camagüey), a sandy beach of coral origin
You can not miss in this list the Beach of Santa Lucia, located 110 kilometers from the city of Camagüey, at the easternmost tip of the north coast of the province.
It has 20 kilometers of the sandy beach of coral origin. Its beaches are transparent and sandy bottoms. In front of the beach, you can see an original show, a long strip of corals breaking the waves. These corals allow conserving a great variety of fish which gives this beach an enviable marine flora for marine diving and surface fishing.
6. Guardalavaca (Holguin)
Guardalavaca (Holguin), in the northwest of Cuba
We move to the northwest of Cuba, more specifically to the province of Holguin, where the beach of Guardalavaca is located. This beach is characterized by its shell shape flanked to the north by a coral reef and to the south by forests and hills of thick and green vegetation.
7. Cayo Levisa (Los Colorados Archipelago, Pinar del Rio)
Cayo Levisa (Los Colorados Archipelago, Pinar del Rio)
In the Los Colorados Archipelago, in Pinar del Río, we find Cayo Levisa just 2 kilometers from the mainland. Its charm lies in the magic of its relative isolation since it only connects with the land through boats, making it a literally perfect place to get lost.
8. Cayo Coco (Jardines del Rey, Ciego de Ávila)
Cayo Coco (Jardines del Rey, Ciego de Ávila), located at the north of the municipality of Morón
Cayo Coco located north of the municipality of Morón (province of Ciego de Ávila in the central region of Cuba) has a 10-kilometer coral reef with an abundant diversity of fish that roam the area, being the second in the tension of the world
Guanabo Beach, one of the favorite tourist destinations for many Cubans
In the eastern area, we find Guanabo Beach. Its proximity to Havana makes it one of the favorite tourist destinations for many Cubans.
Its sands of strikingly golden color will leave you captivated. However, it has a major attraction: its strong personality. And it is located in a small fishing town full of charm where you can enjoy the best of Cuba. You can't miss a cocktail by the sea.
10. Cayo Santa María (Jardines del Rey, Villa Clara)
Cayo Santa María (Jardines del Rey, Villa Clara), incredible landscape that highlight its beauty
Now we move to the northwest of the province of Villa Clara, in the center of Cuba, where we have Cayo Santa María.
It has 10 kilometers of beaches of the best quality, among which Perla Blanca, Las Caletas, Cañón and Cuatro Punta stand out with incredible landscapes that highlight its beauty.
11. El Pilar Beach (Guillermo Key, Ciego de Ávila)
El Pilar Beach (Guillermo Key, Ciego de Ávila), one of the best beaches in Cuba
Listed as one of the best beaches in Cuba, in Cayo Guillermo (province of Ciego de Ávila) we find El Pilar Beach. If in your head you have the typical images of the beaches of Cuba with turquoise waters and white sand, you will certainly not be disappointed.
This heavenly beach houses a fabulous world in its depths. The seabed is unmatched, surrounded by extremely beautiful coral formations where fish banks abound because, right on this beach, is the second-largest coral reef in the continent.
A curiosity is that its name comes from Ernest Hemingway's yacht, as it was one of the intellectual's favorite beaches.
Leaving aside the outside, inside we find the second largest coral reef in the continent. And it is flanked by one of the largest dunes in the Caribbean, which borders 15 meters of altitude.
Emerald Beach, chosen by Christopher Columbus
This unique name was chosen by Christopher Columbus when he was impressed with this heavenly corner. Located in Holguín, Playa Esmeralda has less than a kilometer in length.
However, this and its crescent shape add an air of small lost corner that will captivate all romantics who bathe in its crystal clear waters. Here we can enjoy a wide range of sports such as diving. And we will discover a truly impressive seascape.
And here ends our exhibition of the 12 best beaches in Cuba. As we have seen, the variety and quality of the beaches of Cuba, makes the largest of the Antilles, one of the most admired paradises worldwide.
But we know that there is no better ranking than the experience itself. Therefore, don't think about it anymore and go diving in the warm waters of the Caribbean. Do not you want to visit these paradisiacal corners?
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