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Cuba's Best Beaches

Cuba’s coastline features a diverse range of shorelines, from the white sands of Playa Ancón near colonial Trinidad to the historical Bay of Pigs at Playa Girón and Playa Larga. This list includes remote spots like Cayo Saetia, known for its unique rock formations, and the golden sands of Playa Pesquero in Holguin. Many of these locations offer access to coral reefs for snorkeling, while others provide quiet, local atmospheres away from the main resort hubs.

Cuba's Best Beaches — Kartta

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A

Playa Ancon

A true paradise located only 15 minutes from Trinidad popular with locals and with no annoying vendors around.

B

Playa Caibarien

Located in the fishing town of Caibarien, this beach serves as a local access point near the stone causeway leading to the northern cays.

C

Ganuza-El Salto

A local sandy beach situated on the northern coast of Villa Clara province.

D

Playa Cayo Saetia

Set on a former private hunting reserve, this beach features turquoise waters contrasted against distinctive red rock formations.

E

Esmeralda Beach

Yet another wonderful beach of Cuba with fine sand and crystal clear water. Not very long one, with a cosy feel.

F

Playa Larga

Situated at the head of the Bay of Pigs, this beach provides access to deep-water snorkeling sites and the nearby Zapata Swamp national park.

G

Playa Los Pinos

A secluded beach located on Cayo Sabinal, known for its quiet atmosphere and natural surroundings.

H

Playa Girón

Located on the eastern side of the Bay of Pigs, this site is historically significant for the 1961 invasion and offers clear waters for shore diving.

I

Playa Santa Isabel

A local beach located in the Mayabeque province on the northern coast.

J

Playa Larga

A popular spot for diving and snorkeling located within the Zapata Peninsula.

K

Playa Pesquero

A wide, golden-sand beach in the Holguin province, protected by a large offshore coral reef.

L

Playa La Luisa

A quiet coastal stretch located in the Artemisa province west of Havana.

M

Banes

A small beach area located near Mariel in the Artemisa province.

N

Caletón Blanco

Situated along the southern coast near Santiago de Cuba, featuring white sand and a backdrop of the Sierra Maestra mountains.

O

Playa El Francés

A secluded beach on the southern coast of Santiago de Cuba province, accessible via the scenic Carretera Granma.

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