Canadian Woman Traveller is delighted to be working with CubaTrek a Canadian/Cuban venture. Together we have created a holiday that offers beautiful scenery, and great outdoor exercise along with a very rewarding cultural experience.

You will kayak some of Cuba's most beautiful and remote rivers, visit magnificent beaches and snorkel in its breathtaking coral reefs. While kayaking you will see spectacular waterfalls and marvel at the many species of bird and animal life that this country has to offer. Perhaps one of the country's greatest attractions is its people and we have planned it so you will be able to meet and enjoy the Cuban people and experience their food, culture, and hospitality.

Our guided Kayaking will be low impact on flat water in beautiful rivers and crystal clear ocean bays. We will travel from location to location by 4-wheel drive Suzuki jeeps.

On the 7 night program we will use hotels for 4 nights and camps 3 nights. When camping 2 of the 3 nights will be at established camps with toilet and shower facilities and one night will be bush style. The tents used are Eureka Moonriver 3 (for 2 person use) purchased in Canada and shipped to Cuba, along with Woods ground sheets/mattresses (nylon with 2inch foam and air combination)

The entire trip will be handled by two experienced guides. Each guide will drive a Suzuki Vitara jeep towing the kayaks, the jeeps can accommodate two to three passengers. Any additional jeeps can be driven by our tour participants. The guides carry VHF radios.

Usual distances driven will be about one hour in length, with exception of Guajimico to Varadero which is two hours.

Our Itinerary –

Day 01 - on arrival we will be transferred to the Hotel Villa Tortuga in Varadero -settle in and enjoy the rest of the day at the beach or exploring -Included dinner

Day 02 - After breakfast we take the jeeps to Canimar River Estuary -We will kayak approximately 10 kms to the Canimar Ranch and set up camp - This is an established camp -After lunch there will be optional kayaking further up river to enjoy snorkeling or horseback riding. -We will be given a traditional Cuban lunch and dinner with local entertainment

Day 03 – Todays kayaking is on the Hatiguanico River a pristine tidal river dense with mangroves and fed by huge springs surging from the rocks (it is said that one of these has rejuvenating properties). The little known Hatiguanico is 37 kilometers in length and the axis of a fluvial system unrivalled in Cuba. After lunch we move on to Cubanita Beach for some quiet water ocean kayaking and snorkeling in beautiful large coastal bays. After dinner settle in for the night in our established camp

Day 04 – After breakfast we travel to the Habanilla Dam for today's kayaking We will enjoy lunch and dinner at the Guanayara Ranch This is our bush camp experience

Day 05 - After breakfast we will travel to the beautiful, historic city of Trinidad We will kayak to Cayo Blanco and enjoy a traditional lunch on the island then kayak back to Trinidad. Our dinner tonight will be at our hotel (Ancon Hotel)

Day 06 - After breakfast we will take our jeeps to Guajimico and experience the breathtaking beauty of ocean kayaking After lunch we travel by jeep through the rolling countryside to Varadero Our dinner tonight will be at our hotel – Villa Tortuga with entertainment

Day 07 – Today we have Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included and a whole day to play, explore, shop, or take an optional trip to Old Havana

Day 08 – Transfer to Airport for departure flight

Departures : every 3 Sunday of the month (except December)
Minimum - 4 persons
Maximum - 12 persons

Cost
$1769.00 CAD/$1219.00USD sharing twin accommodation
(Single supplement $149.00 CAD/$105.00USD)

Included features –

• Meeting service at Varadero airport
• 7 nights accommodation - 4 nights hotel / 3 nights tent camping.
  • tents are new with mattress style ground layer
  • laundered summer (fleece) sleeping bags are also provided
  • you may want to bring your own sheet liner.
• Complete expedition equipment (Eureka tents, coolers, chairs, lanterns)
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner each day (Cuban fare – great substantial food)
• bottled water provided for all meals and available to buy for personal day use
• Transportation by 4-wheel drive Suzuki Vitara Jeeps
  • -All vehicles are insured for additional drivers
• Sea Kayaks (new and transported from Canada to Cuba in July, 2002)
• Paddles and lifejackets
• snorkels, masks, and fins provided for snorkeling
• transportation to Varadero airport for departure flight
• taxes

What to Bring –

• Backpack for day use
• Sun screen, hat, sun glasses
• Walking shoes, swimming shoes
• Clothing that is loose and lightweight
• Travel documents: passport, travel insurance
• Money (U.S. cash) Visa and Mastercard travellers cheques are welcome (Not American Express)
• Pharmacuticles – ie. Aspirin, band-aids, etc
• Mosquito repellant
• Camera