5 Places to See Nature in Cuba

By MyCubaRentals | Feb 21, 2020
Caribbean > Cuba

Cuba is a beautiful and magical place to discover, for those who feel like conquerors. It is a unique place to enjoy the natural landscapes of the Caribbean islands.

1. El Nicho Waterfalls


El Nicho Waterfalls

El Nicho Waterfalls

Hidden in the province of Cienfuegos is one of the most beautiful spots in all of Cuba. This is a special place for recreation, with a beautiful natural environment where you can not only enjoy the view but swim in some of the most impressive pools of crystal clear and fresh waters.

2. Cuevas de Bellamar


Cuevas de Bellamar

Cuevas de Bellamar

Located in the province of Matanzas the caves date back 300,000 years and is one of the natural treasures of Cuba. Beautiful until you lose your breath, they are a real place of scientific and historical knowledge to add to the cultural heritage of the country.

3. Pico Turquino


Pico Turquino

Pico Turquino

It is located in the southeast part of the island, in the Sierra Mestra mountain range in the province of Santiago de Cuba. It is the highest point in Cuba with 1974 meters above sea level. It is the only place in Cuba where a snowfall has officially been registered in February 1900.

4. El Cubano Natural Park


El Cubano Natural Park

El Cubano Natural Park

Only 5 km from the city of Trinidad. Tours of trails, waterfalls and rivers, horseback riding, encounters with the reality of the colonial past, ensure an unforgettable experience. It gives the possibility of knowing the life of the slaves in what was the "Ingenito", one of the first sugar plants built in Trinidad.

5. Parque Almendares


Parque Almendares

Parque Almendares

The Metropolitan Park or better known as Parque Almendares, is considered to be the lung of the Havana. A tropical jungle of high landscape value and only area within the city with the presence of an urban forest.

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