Cayo Levisa is one of the islets that form the archipelago de los Colorados, north of the region of Pinar del Río, in Cuba. It is considered the best beach in the province. You can get there by a 35-minute boat trip from Palma Rubia. Here you will be able to contemplate the beauty of the shining white sand bathed peacefully by the Caribbean turquoise waters.
The area was discovered by the American writer Ernest Hemingway in the early 1940s, after planning a fishing camp in a nearby area.
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Cayo Levisa is a practically virgin islet, where you will believe you're in paradise. Surrounded by lush nature, which reaches the fine white sand beaches, is the ideal setting if you are looking for peace and quiet.
You can enjoy many water sports, but one of the most popular is diving. If you don't have any equipment, don't worry, at the Centro de Buceo they have everything you need for about 40 CUC.
One of the most visited spots in the Corona de San Carlos. It is an underwater site where you can get close to sea turtles and a great variety of fish. If you want to discover the depths of the sea but do not like diving, you can go snorkelling instead. In addition, there are kayak or water-bike routes along the waters of these quiet beaches.
Once you are on the island you will admire the incredible nature that shapes Cayo Levisa. The multitude of birds, such as pelicans; the mangroves and the immense pine forests will transport you to a place where problems do not exist. If you want to discover one of the most unique corners of the island you can't miss Playa Punta Arena (Punta Arena Beach).
To get there you will have to take a ferry from Palma Rubia for about 20 minutes. It has several daily trips, so it is not necessary to spend the night on the island to enjoy its beaches.
To visit the cayo the best idea is to spend a few days in the area of Viñales. This way you will be able to combine some days in the mountains in the Valle de Viñales, and others in the heavenly beaches of Cayo Levisa.
As the goal of the key is to preserve the nature of the area there is only one hotel in Cayo Levisa. Therefore, it is necessary to book in advance if you want to stay there. The Hotel Cayo Levisa is made up of a series of cabins on the beachfront, so you'll feel like you're actually staying in paradise. Undoubtedly, it is an unforgettable experience.
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Cayo Levisa, north of Pinar del Río, Cuba.
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