We are continuing our trip around wonderful island of Cuba. Today we are going to reach small island of Cayo Coco. It is situated just north of the mainland Cuba. Gorgeous beaches with white sand and shallow, clear water is the main pride of Cayo Coco.The island of Cayo Coco is situated in the northern part of the country and is washed by the Atlantic Ocean.
This island is very popular with European travelers who want to escape and settle at one of the island’s sunny beach-side resorts.
Snorkeling and diving are the most popular activities with vacationers on the island. The marine world of the Atlantic Ocean is quite diverse. So coming here don’t miss an opportunity to enjoy diving and exploring the underwater world.
Cayo Coco is declared to be a national nature reserve of Cuba. Here you can see unspoiled flora and fauna, such as pink flamingos and ibis (locals call them coco, so the island is called after this species of birds).
Cayo Coco is a great place to stay during your vacations. You will have a lot of excellent hotels with all inclusive system here. Guests of island resorts can enjoy massages, spa treatments, diving tours, and 26 kilometers of white beaches.
The island is part of the famous coral reef Jardines del Rey ( “royal gardens”), named by the conquistadors after the Spanish King Fernando. In the XVI century, the island was a shelter for pirates and illegal traffickers.
You can travel to Cayo Coco by car from Havana along the 30-kilometer dike overlooking the sea. Your trip will be a real adventure.
So if you want to escape cold weather and find yourself somewhere on a lit with sun island then Cayo Coco is what you really need.