San Felipe — Los Indios — Isle of Youth
A catamaran diving liveaboard through Cuba’s western archipelago — from the San Felipe Islands through Los Indios to the Punta Frances National Park on the Isle of Youth (Isla de la Juventud). Departure from La Coloma port.
The San Felipe Archipelago features underwater labyrinths and caves among coral reefs. Near Los Indios Island lie sunken ships that served as naval exercise targets. Punta Frances on the Isle of Youth is a national marine park with vertical walls and rich reef life, known for international underwater photography competitions. The program includes night dives.
What You'll See
Conditions
Season
November–April
Visibility
20–40 meters
Water Temperature
25–28°C
Level
Advanced Open Water and above
Duration
6 nights
Useful Information
Best Season
November–April (dry season, calm seas), December–February for peak shark action
Visa
Most visitors need a tourist card (visa) obtained before travel; several nationalities, including Russian citizens, enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Valid medical insurance and the online D'Viajeros traveller declaration (filed within 72 hours of departure) are required for everyone.
How to Get There
Fly to Havana (HAV) via Europe or Istanbul, then a 6–8 hour transfer to the port of Júcaro, where liveaboards depart for Jardines de la Reina. María la Gorda is a 5–6 hour drive from Havana; Isla de la Juventud is reached by a short flight to Nueva Gerona (GER).
Climate
Tropical, 22–32°C, rainy season May–October
Currency
Cuban peso (CUP); euros and US dollars widely used by visitors
Time Zone
UTC-5
San Felipe — Los Indios — Isle of Youth
Cuba
All YachtsWe'll get back to you within 24 hours
Booking managers
