Península de Zapata, Cuba
Discover Península de Zapata, one of the best preserved natural areas in Cuba
Península de Zapata, Cuba
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The Península de Zapata has some of the most diverse species of fauna and flora in Cuba. Its great size covers a large part of the province of Matanzas. A great part of this place is a swampy and muddy area, which due to the small population that inhabits its lands has been preserved in a state unmatched in the entire Caribbean.
The marshy geography gives many species their ideal habitat, such as the american crocodile and insects like the zancudo. This small animal has been responsible for keeping the area uninhabited and practically virgin, as it transmits malaria.
Attempts were made to transform this area into a farming area after the Cuban Revolution, however, this project was forged and it quickly became a nature reserve.
Index:
- Which plans are essential in Peninsula de Zapata, Cuba?
- How to get to Peninsula de Zapata, Cuba?
- Where to stay in Zapata Peninsula, Cuba?
Which plans are essential in Peninsula de Zapata, Cuba?
Península de Zapata
© Martina Em
As we have already mentioned one of the best plans you can make in the Península de Zapata is to admire its incredible fauna and flora. It is an ideal place for bird watching, and if you are a diving lover you can discover its fish and corals in the salt water caves that exist.
In addition, you will be able to discover numerous legends and myths of the many battles that took place here between Tainos and settlers. Not only that, but you can also discover how the American army attacked and lost to Cuba in 1961.
How to get to Peninsula de Zapata, Cuba?
If you go by car you will have to go in the direction of Playa Larga and Bahía de Cochinos, but we recommend that for your visit to the Península de Zapata you should go on an organized tour, either from Havana or from Varadero, since the road is somewhat difficult.
Where to stay in Zapata Peninsula, Cuba?
The best accommodation options are in the nearby Playa Larga and Playa Girón, or in the city of Jagüey Grande. The Península de Zapata is a natural reserve, so accommodation options are limited.
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Varadero
What to see:
- Parque Josone
- Mansión Xanadú
- Delfinario de Varadero
- Reserva Ecológica Varahicacos
- Cueva de Ambrosio
- Cueva de los Musulmanes
- Iglesia de Santa Elvira
- Parque Central y Parque de las 8 000 taquillas
- Cayo Blanco
Beaches:
Museums :
Matanzas
What to see:
- Teatro Sauto
- Plaza de la Vigía
- Catedral de Matanzas
- Barrio de Versalles
- Castillo de San Severino
- Puente Calixto García
- Puente de la Concordia
- Estadio Palmar de Junco
- Parque de la Libertad
- Parque de Bomberos
- Iglesia de San Pedro Apóstol
- Ermita de Monserrate
- Cuevas de Bellamar
- Cuevas de Saturno
- Río Canímar
- Bahía de Cochinos
- San Miguel de los Baños
Beaches:
Museums:
Península de Zapata
What to See:
- Boca de Guamá
- Laguna del Tesoro
- Criadero de Cocodrilos de Guamá
- Gran Parque Natural Montemar
- Cueva de los peces
- Bahía de Cochinos
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