Las Terrazas, Cuba

Q: What to see in Las Terrazas?

The environment of Las Terrazas is the perfect place to contemplate the rhythm of nature , learn more about the Cuban history of the 19th century through the ruins of its coffee plantations and understand the contemporary Cuban cultural scene thanks to the artistic community that lives here. The coffee-growing past of Las Terrazas means that today you can find the romantic ruins of the old coffee plantations scattered throughout its natural surroundings. A total of fifty-four haciendas were distributed along this spot at the time of maximum splendor of Cuban coffee cultivation and today only the remains of a total of twelve remain. The most outstanding are the Buenavista Coffee Plantation , the Hacienda Unión and the ruins of San Pedro and Santa Catalina . Contemporary Cuban culture is also another of the attractions of the locality, which is why you should not miss the Lester Campa Gallery , a renowned Cuban painter whose work is nourished by the natural environment of Las Terrazas . The Peña de Polo Montañez Museum , located in the house of this popular Cuban singer-songwriter, is in a modest house on the banks of the San Juan River, where you can delve into the life and work of this famous island genius. And of course, being a unique natural paradise , you should not miss its most outstanding wonders and the beautiful tropical environment that surrounds them: the Waterfall de los Baños del San Juan and the Baños del Bayate, which also offer the perfect place for a refreshing dip.

Q: What to do in Las Terrazas?

Las Terrazas is the perfect environment to explore and get to know nature through numerous outdoor activities. Fly over this incredible natural environment from a bird's eye view, gliding through the air in its canopy circuit, a set of zip lines unique in Cuba that make up a 1600-meter route that is pure adrenaline. In addition, in Las Terrazas you will find the ideal scenario to give free rein to your explorer side. Feel adventurous and connect with nature by going on one of the many excursions and hiking trails it offers. Don't miss the San Claudio, El Taburete, El Contento, Sendero La Serafina, Sendero Las Delicias and Sendero Valle del Bayate Trails . Finally, enjoy the haven of peace that is Lake San Juan by renting a rowboat or a water bike . View the town of Las Terrazas and its beautiful tropical surroundings from the waters of this tranquil lake. This peaceful ecovillage is the ideal place for hiking trails, enjoying nature in a relaxed way and learning about Cuba's flora and fauna, especially the more than 100 species of birds that live here .

Q: What is the best way to get to Las Terrazas, Cuba?

Las Terrazas is located in Artemisa , a province adjacent to Havana, in western Cuba . Its proximity to the capital makes it a perfect getaway that you can make from here. To get to this idyllic rural setting you can hire one of our private transfers .

Q: Are there organized trips to Cuba with Las Terrazas?

This natural paradise can be one of the destinations to include in your vacation to Cuba . Come to know Las Terrazas if during your trip you want to be part of a unique community that lives in harmony with nature. Solicit your tailor made travel package: our experts will be in charge of making your dream trip become reality.

Get to know Las Terrazas, the perfect environment to feel connected with nature during your trip to Cuba

Las Terrazas, Cuba
© Maurizio De Mattei

Las Terrazas is a locality of sustainable development located in the Sierra del Rosario in Artemisa, Cuba. Located in the western part of the island, this rural community has a beautiful natural setting catalogued as a Biosphere Reserve protected by UNESCO and awarded the National Conservation Prize. Come and connect with nature and practice sports activities in this fascinating environment.

This ecovillage occupies a territory once destroyed by the intensive coffee plantations that were widely spread throughout the island during the 19th century. With the passage of time, this once deforested place became the scene of an environmental recovery and conservation action and thus the idea of creating Las Terrazas was born, a model of sustainable development and tourism to be followed at the international level.

In this environment you can contemplate the historic ruins of the coffee plantations, an exceptional landscape with various wonders of nature and you will find the perfect environment for outdoor activities such as canopy tours, boat rides or exciting hiking and horseback riding.

Las Terrazas is culturally rich. The ideals of this community have led many Cuban artists to establish their residence here and develop their professional activity inspired by the surroundings of this idyllic environment. Do not miss the opportunity to contemplate the works that this incredible landscape has inspired and visit the artists' workshops, such as that of the renowned painter Lester Campa.

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What to see in Las Terrazas?
What to do in Las Terrazas?
What is the best time to visit in Las Terrazas?
What is the best way to get there?
What are the living accommodations?
Are there trips organized to Cuba with Las Terrazas?

What to see in Las Terrazas?

Las Terrazas
© Creative Dot

The environment of Las Terrazas is the perfect place to contemplate the rhythm of nature, learn more about the Cuban history of the 19th century through the ruins of its coffee plantations and understand the contemporary Cuban cultural scene thanks to the artistic community that lives here.

Cafetal Buenavista, Las Terrazas
© 0utdoorsgirl

The coffee-growing past of Las Terrazas means that today you can find the romantic ruins of the old coffee plantations scattered throughout its natural surroundings. A total of fifty-four haciendas were distributed along this spot at the time of maximum splendor of Cuban coffee cultivation and today only the remains of a total of twelve remain. The most outstanding are the Buenavista Coffee Plantation, the Hacienda Unión and the ruins of San Pedro and Santa Catalina.

Contemporary Cuban culture is also another of the attractions of the locality, which is why you should not miss the Lester Campa Gallery, a renowned Cuban painter whose work is nourished by the natural environment of Las Terrazas. The Peña de Polo Montañez Museum, located in the house of this popular Cuban singer-songwriter, is in a modest house on the banks of the San Juan River, where you can delve into the life and work of this famous island genius.

And of course, being a unique natural paradise, you should not miss its most outstanding wonders and the beautiful tropical environment that surrounds them: the Waterfall de los Baños del San Juan and the Baños del Bayate, which also offer the perfect place for a refreshing dip.

What to do in Las Terrazas?

Baños Las Terrazas
© Delpixel

Las Terrazas is the perfect environment to explore and get to know nature through numerous outdoor activities.

Fly over this incredible natural environment from a bird's eye view, gliding through the air in its canopy circuit, a set of zip lines unique in Cuba that make up a 1600-meter route that is pure adrenaline.

In addition, in Las Terrazas you will find the ideal scenario to give free rein to your explorer side. Feel adventurous and connect with nature by going on one of the many excursions and hiking trails it offers. Don't miss the San Claudio, El Taburete, El Contento, Sendero La Serafina, Sendero Las Delicias and Sendero Valle del Bayate Trails.

Finally, enjoy the haven of peace that is Lake San Juan by renting a rowboat or a water bike. View the town of Las Terrazas and its beautiful tropical surroundings from the waters of this tranquil lake.

This peaceful ecovillage is the ideal place for hiking trails, enjoying nature in a relaxed way and learning about Cuba's flora and fauna, especially the more than 100 species of birds that live here.

What is the best time to visit Las Terrazas?

The natural environment of Las Terrazas deserves to be enjoyed with the ideal weather conditions. That is why we recommend you to visit this natural paradise between early December and late May, the time when you can enjoy clear days that will allow you to make the most of this active tourism experience.

What is the best way to get to Las Terrazas, Cuba?

Las Terrazas is located in Artemisa, a province adjacent to Havana, in western Cuba. Its proximity to the capital makes it a perfect getaway that you can make from here.

To get to this idyllic rural setting you can hire one of our private transfers.

What are the living accomodations?

Rural housing is the best option in this natural paradise that is Las Terrazas.

Hotel Moka
© Hotel Moka

Private houses are conditioned to offer the best hotel qualities within a genuine Cuban home, a very popular form of lodging in Cuba, will give you the experience of enjoying the warmth of the local treatment and the comfort of a home. The natural environment of these houses, their comforts and the delicious homemade food prepared by the hosts will leave you wanting more. Casa Hospedaje Villa Duque, Villa Juanita and Villa Tres Hermanas are just some of the most outstanding options.

On the other hand, Hotel Moka, which integrates the forms of nature in its facilities, is a symbol of Las Terrazas. It is the first ecological hotel in Cuba and also stands out for the high quality of its services and tourist offers, offering guided hiking trails, horseback riding and guided tours.

Are there organized trips to Cuba with Las Terrazas?

This natural paradise can be one of the destinations to include in your vacation to Cuba. Come to know Las Terrazas if during your trip you want to be part of a unique community that lives in harmony with nature. Solicit your tailor made travel package: our experts will be in charge of making your dream trip become reality.

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