The Bahía de Naranjo Natural Park extends along 32 Km and covers an area of 1000 hectares. There are three keys within this natural paradise and an aquarium that offers performances by trained dolphins and sea lions. It is surrounded by lush tropical vegetation where visitors can trek along ecological trails and enjoy other outdoor activities.
This museum, located in the city of Banes in the eastern region of Holguín province, houses important archaeological finds of the native population. However, two of the thousands of pieces in the collection outstand for the marked interest they stir: a golden idol, the first found in the area and a skull that presents an orifice in the upper frontal region which is very much like a bullet hole.
One of the three small keys located in Bahía de Naranjo, where visitors can enjoy the dolphinarium and tour the zoo-aquarium.
Located at the entrance to Bahía de Nipe (the largest bay in the Cuban archipelago). This paradisiacal islet occupies an area of 42 Km² and 65% of its surface is covered by natural forest. Nineteen species of exotic animals inhabit the key and there are 12 small pristine beaches for the enjoyment of visitors.
Chorro de Maíta is the largest and most fascinating burial ground of all the aboriginal settlement sites discovered in Banes, the archaeological capital of Cuba. The find is located in the foothills of Yaguajay Mountain, 8 Km from Guardalavaca beach. In front of the Museum stands the Taíno village, an attractive replica of an indigenous community. The customs, games, and daily scenes of its inhabitants are enacted in a unique performance.
Acknowledged as Cuba’s archaeological city. To visit its museums is to go back to the past and its old residents.
Marketed as Playa Esmeralda, the coastal strip of the Ciego Caleticas Estuary has two magnificent beaches that stretch almost 900 meters along the coast. Its clear blue-green waters are surrounded coral reefs and fringed by coves, cliffs and lush tropical vegetation. The Bahía de Naranjo Natural Park is located in the surrounding area.
For many years, Gibara was the main maritime access on the northern coast of the eastern provinces, which made it a thriving region. This seafaring town is also known as the White Town and exhibits the most important colonial architectural structures in Holguín province.
You can enjoy an unforgettable swim with the friendly dolphins of the Cayo Naranjo recreation park located in the middle of peaceful Bahia de Naranjo (Naranjo Bay).
