Cayo Cruz was a marine park used mainly for sport fishing thanks to the numerous lagoons, estuaries and bays that are found there, but, in 2019 this virgin island became one of the favourite places for those who love the beach and water sports like snorkelling or scuba diving.
It is an island that has beaches all along its coast, with fine white sand that contrasts with the turquoise and crystalline waters. Furthermore, if you decide to walk to the west coast you will be able to enjoy the mangroves where, with luck, you will be able to see the fauna that inhabits them, such as reptiles, birds or other invertebrates which are harmless to humans.
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Cayo Cruz has 25 km of coastline, of which 22 km are extensive beaches of fine sand and excellent quality due to the fact that they are areas with little traffic. Many of these beaches are virgin spaces, perfect for those who love privacy.
The beaches that stand out the most from all those you will find here are Playa Cara, Playa Onda, Playa Sigua and Playa Dorada. All of them have completely white sand and very fine, and crystal clear waters, unpolluted and transparent. In the swimming area, you will not find any underwater vegetation.
The best plan to enjoy Cayo Cruz in its entirety is to let yourself be carried away by the relaxation that this place offers. You will be able to lie down in its fine sand and sunbathe listening to the relaxing sound of a calm and dreamy sea.
If you like water activities, the hotels in the area offer different adventures so that you can also enjoy the ocean depths, get to know the coral reefs of these beaches, and spend a truly exciting day snorkelling and underwater photography.
If you want to travel to Cayo Cruz without worrying about rain, the best months to travel are between November and May, when temperatures are warmer and there is less chance of precipitation. If you want to travel in the low season, April and May is your time.
To get to Cayo Cruz the best way is by highway with a rental car or a taxi. If this option doesn't convince you, some cities like Havana have buses that travel between the keys.
Another option is to take a plane to the Airport in Cayo Coco and once there to take a taxi to Cayo Cruz. The trip usually takes about 60 minutes.
Cayo Cruz is a place that until recently had almost no visitors, so all the resorts you will find our new and on the beach: Hotel La Marina Plaza & SPA is an all-inclusive resort, has four stars and is located within a shopping centre where you will find additional services; Hotel Valentin Cayo Cruz, with five stars, located in front of the sea with a Caribbean style and elegant, only for adults; Hotel Iberostar Selection Esmeralda has five stars and 570 rooms where you can enjoy all kinds of services.
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