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TOURING

Cayo Saetía: a natural jewel

in Holguín, Cuba

A mong the numerous leisure and vacation

options in the eastern part of Cuba, an
adventure in the exotic Cayo Saetía, on the
northern coast of Holguín, stands out. The excursion
invites you to spend a day in this paradise at the
entrance to Nipe Bay.

With 42 square kilometers and surrounded by
transparent waters, fine sand and a coast dominated
by rock formations that provide a unique attraction,
the key welcomes travelers who arrive by catamaran.
The welcome at the beach ranchón includes a
welcome cocktail with typically Cuban flavors.
Then, the safari around the islet begins. This truck turquoise hues of its waters and its fine sand. In the
ride in the prairies of the key, under the guidance evening, return to the city of Holguín or to the hotels
of a specialized driver, can last approximately one on the beaches of the northern coast.
hour and you will see exotic and endemic animals
that are found in complete freedom, such as zebras, Connected to land by a wildlife control bridge, Cayo
antelopes, deer, ostriches, horses and wild boars. Saetía is located in the westernmost part of the bay.
During the tour there is also a stop at the El Manantial Its ecosystem ranges from mangroves and swamps
lookout point to enjoy the beauty of this natural to evergreen forests that are home to endangered
landscape. species. Those who wish to spend more than one day
there can opt for accommodation in a four-star villa
At noon, a lunch based on delicious Cuban food is with 12 rooms, ideal for getting away as a couple and
planned, after which the afternoon is free to enjoy enjoying other activities such as diving, snorkeling and
the wonderful beaches of Cayo Saetía, famous for the trekking.

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