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Cayo Saetía, Cuba

Stop by Cayo Saetía, a heavenly spot with extremely beautiful nature in Cuba, near Sierra del Cristal

Cayo Saetía, Cuba
Cayo Saetía, Cuba
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The Cayo Saetía (Saetía Cay) is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent corners in Cuba, a small island located in the Bahía de Nipe (Nipe Bay) near Sierra del Cristal in Holguín province. It consists of a remarkable natural park 42 km2 big, linked to the mainland by a bridge, that owns green meadows, untouched caves and heavenly beaches. Apart from its mind-boggling landscapes, the cay is intriguing thanks to the wide range of species housing in the maritime as well as terrestrial environment.

Its beaches are the key tourist attraction in the place, where the tiny coves cliffed on carbonated rock offer you amazing scenery in the island. Also, the various salt water lagoons that with forests and mangroves create a gorgeous scene are worth mentioning.

The underwater platform near the cay is the perfect place for sea life. Its coral reefs inhabit large communities of coloured fish, although in land you may encounter many different birds and mammals, like antelopes, ostriches, zebras and macaws. Exotic species that when seen will award you a special experience.

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What are the best plans to do in Cayo Saetía?

Natural Reserve, Cayo Saetía
Natural Reserve, Cayo Saetía
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The Cayo Saetía (Saetía Cay) is considered as one of the biggest natural reserves in the whole of Cuba. The preservation of this amazing spot is mainly thanks to the lack of human activity, as it is an unpopulated area and therefore idyllic for the biodiversity of species living there.

You will get the opportunity to see its heavenly beaches of white sand and crystal-clear water allowing you to dive in an untouched and utopian world. This place provides you with astonishing pictures of different maritime species that will stay in your heart forever. If you prefer to rest, you may do that on the warm sand accompanied by the loveliest nature soundtrack.

Given the territory’s size, there are many possibilities to explore this idyllic area. Among them we highlight the safari excursions around the island, where you get the chance to admire an unlimited amount of exotic animals living freely and take pictures of them in a totally natural environment. Camels, antelopes, ostriches, deer, zebras… comprise this surprising fauna.

Another experience difficult to forget is to cut through the special Caribbean water on board a catamaran that will guarantee you a view of Bahía de Nipe totally memorable.

What activities to do in Cayo Saetía?

Playa Guardalavaca
Playa Guardalavaca
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Dive in the deep Caribbean sea through the Island Paradise excursion and admire the splendid views of Bahía de Nipe. The activity starts on the shores of Playa Pesquero, Playa Guardalavaca and Playa Esmeralda, on a luxurious vessel. Start a nice route whilst listening to the maritime breeze. The trajectory includes time for snorkeling at the coral barrier near the cape as well as time for relaxation on the pristine beaches of Cayo Saetía and exploration. The pack includes round-trip to the hotels as well as all sorts of commodities that will award you a memorable experience on board.

Cayo Saetía en Catamarán
Cayo Saetía en Catamarán
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Enjoy the amazing nautical excursion Cayo Saetía en Catamarán, an adventure by boat around the Bahía de Nipe including flora and fauna observation of the Cayo Saetía natural park. The pack includes the journey from the hotel all the way to the Ramón de Antilla port, from where the trip by catamaran will depart for the cape. There you will have time for snorkeling in the coral barrier, take a safari route around the interiors of the area by a specialised vehicle and have fun on the ideal Cuban beaches.

If you fancy direct contact with nature, the Nature Tour Cayo Saetía safari jeep route will guarantee you an unforgettable experience. It consists of a 10-hour excursion by jeep to the Cayo Saetía natural park, a treasure full of environmental diversity that few people are familiar with. You will have time to enjoy its glorious beaches of white fine sand and to relax quietly in this natural spot. The pack includes lunch with drinks and as an optional extra you can go and take a horse ride.

Let the adventurous splendour take you on an excursion and luxuriate in the Descubriendo Cayo Saetía excursion by safari jeep. The activity covers the entire day and starts from Santiago de Cuba 165 km away from the destination. Once you have arrived in the cape, the Real Safari by jeep or by lorry will depart. From there you can admire the exotic animals in their natural habitat, like the orchid and fern plantations as well as particula plant species. The stop at the El Manantial viewpoint gives you panoramic views towards the bay and the astonishing beaches of the cay.

How to get to Cayo Saetía, Cuba?

There are many ways to get to Cayo Saetía. The nearest international airport is the one in the city of Holguín called Aeropuerto Frank País García (Frank País García Airport), 98 km from Mayarí, the nearest town to the cay.

From the city of Holguín there are many different options to get to Cayo Saetía. One of them is a 117-kilometre route by taxi with a duration of two hours. Another recommended way is to take a coach to Guardalavaca and from there by taxi to Cayo Saetía with an estimated duration of four hours. Many rented cars also access the cay, regardless of the bad condition of the road. You have to drive very carefully on this road that has no asphalt on it.

Additionally, there are resorts in the tourist area of Guardalavaca that organise boat trips and the unbelievable experience of getting to the cay by helicopter.

What are the best accommodations in Cayo Saetía, Cuba? 

Given the fact that the Holguín people pay special attention to the total preservation of the natural park, there are no hotels in the interior of Cayo Saetía. However, some of the accommodations in the environs that give you a contact nature of this reserve are worth mentioning.

If you fancy enjoying a lovely stay in a rural environment, the Villa Cayo Saetía is a highly recommended option. This comfortable resort is located on an island at the entrance of Bahía de Nipe and typical for it is the rural, small and very warm atmosphere. It consists of 12 well-priced cottages dedicated to rest and observation of the amazing landscape.

Another way to enjoy this superb Cuban natural spot is from the Campismo Río Carbónico, located in Pueblo Nuevo 9 km to the east from Levisa. It comprises 23 cottages in harmony with nature providing you with gastronomy services, a coffee bar and shops that guarantee the comfort of the guests.

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