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Varadero is a relatively exclusive part of Western Cuba, abundant with private hotels, gorgeous white beaches and the country's only full golf course. The fantastic beaches with clear turquoise warm water makes this an island lovers paradise. If you are looking for "real life Cuba", this part resembles it the least.
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An old tower of some sort, with no description anywhere. There's stairs to the top, but they're very sketchy.
Bellamar Caves
Visit the oldest tourist attraction in Cuba, open to visitors since the 1860s. The caves are extensive and impressive. There are quite a few steps down into the cave and it is slightly damp and rough underfoot, and also very warm.
excursion by catamaran
Snorkeling in a coral barrier reef, entertainment, music, lunch and open bar with Cuban cocktails in Cayo Blanco. There is the option to either swim with the dolphins or visit the dolphin show at Delfinario and enjoy a sunset party.
Varadero has a skydiving company located at the end of the peninsula; a great location for beautiful sandy beach landings.
Coral Beach
Visit a beautiful coral barrier reef near Varadero, when you can feed the fish with you own hands.
Ambrosia Cave
Multi-room cave with ancient drawings and lots of bats.
Best views of the beach while digging into local fresh seafood and meat grills. Traditionally Cuban.
All-inclusive resort with beautiful private beach, entertainment and the largest gym in Varadero.
The property is a beautiful waterfront home with two spacious rooms with ensuite bathroom. Great Cuban family and beach atmosphere.
By bus
Viazul Buses arrive from Havana and Matanzas three times daily at the bus station. These buses also stop at the Varadero airport.
By taxi
A taxi from airport to the town (about 10 km) costs US$25-30. It may be possible to bargain the fare to about US$20, but not much less.
By plane
Many package tours fly directly from Canada to Juan Gomez Airport, the second busiest airport in Cuba, while there are few flights from Europe. The airport is situated between Matanzas and Varadero.
By rental car
Possible in the Varadero Airport or through various hotels.
By road
Via Blanca Highway connecting Varadero to Havana through Matanzas.
By bus
There is a double-decker open-on-top bus that runs on a regular schedule from the tip of the peninsula (up by the Barcelo Marina Hotel and Princessa del Mar) all the way into the town of Varadero,…
By taxi
All hotels will have a taxi stand. Fares are either metered or set by distance. Some hotels, mostly the better ones, have car rentals available right at the hotel.
Other
In town, there are motorized trikes with a round enclosure (think of a car-sized orange) that are available for hire, either for sightseeing or point-to-point travel.
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