Hotel Playa Larga: Diving Journey

Each day you dive, you’ll be sure to see something new. Whether it’s a rare tropical fish, any kind of sea mammal, or wild sea birds, you’ll have photos to last a lifetime – don’t forget a waterproof camera to capture your finds! You’ll learn each day about the unique wildlife that populates the shores of Cuba and the outlying ocean. You’ll come back an expert in Cuban sea life, for sure!

While each day is unique in terms of where the dives are located and what wonderful coral and fish you will see, you can expect the same itinerary to keep you on track with your adventure and let you worry about finding that rare coral reef without wondering what’s next! After breakfast, and a dive meeting to form the plan for the day, you will go to one of four locations, or dive centres. You will do two dives per day, have lunch at the restaurant in between your forays into the water, and then return to the hotel for dinner and a rest. The four diving centres are as follows:

This destination has 4 diving centres:

- Playa Girón: famous for its waving palms and white sand beaches, you’ll see local culture and beautiful flora and fauna in this paradise location.

- Playa Larga: Home to a natural swimming hole where you can see all kinds of rare tropical fish! Across the way in the Bay of Pigs, swim and dive in the turquoise-blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.

- Caleta Buena: Located at the entrance of the Bay of Pigs, Caleta Buena is a translucent protected cove with beautiful rock landscapes and abundant oceanic life. If you’re searching for a truly rare species, chances are you may find it here!

- Punta Perdiz: Sea whips and corals sprinkle the seabed, and a large number of Caribbean fish, including butterflyfish and angelfish, live in the extensive coral reef.

Each of these places has a unique culture and feel, so you’ll never see the same thing twice!

Hotel Playa Giron: Tour in Montemar Park.

Get ready for a day of adventure! After breakfast, you will head for a tour in Montemar Park, a fantastic ecotouristic area within Ciénaga de Zapata. Your first stop will be the Fiesta Campesina farm. Here, you’ll discover and enjoy the impressive flora and fauna sprinkled around the grounds. Visit the zoo and see unique animals from around the world!

Next, you’ll ride the bus to La Boca, where you’ll enjoy a lunch of local favourites and exotic treats, then wander the quaint shops for that perfect souvenir to bring home. Follow up lunch with an exciting motorboat ride through La Laguna del Tesoro, or the treasure lagoon! This beautiful place is accessible only by boat. You’ll discover that on the other side of the lake, there’s a tourist resort named Villa Guamá, built to resemble a Taíno village on a dozen small islands. Discover how the indigenous people of Cuban live! You’ll then return to La Boca to visit the Crocodile Farm and grab a quick bite to refresh yourself. After all this sightseeing and excitement, travel to your hotel to relax and unwind until dinner time and enjoy a quiet evening to yourself.

Departure.

While leaving this beautiful land will be tough, you’ll at least get a few moments to reflect and remember your time here as you eat breakfast and relax until it’s time to go to the airport. You won’t just be bringing souvenirs home – you’ll also be bringing home many memories of your wonderful trip here.