Cubania Travel

Cubania Travel Independent travel agency with 20+ years organising sustainable travel and cycling tours in Cuba

🎵 SON CUBANO | THE HEARTBEAT OF AN ISLANDIn Cuba, the magical blend of Spanish guitars and African rhythms that created ...
31/05/2025

🎵 SON CUBANO | THE HEARTBEAT OF AN ISLAND
In Cuba, the magical blend of Spanish guitars and African rhythms that created son cubano isn't just played—it flows through the very streets themselves, a living musical heritage nearly a century old.
Follow your ears to wooden porches where elderly soneros, their fingers weathered but nimble, strum tres guitars with the same passion as their youth. Each note carries the history of this genre that birthed modern salsa and changed world music forever. The hypnotic pattern of the clave, the melodic bass lines of the botija, the storytelling lyrics celebrating Cuban life—this is music as cultural identity.
From traditional septetos playing Buena Vista classics to innovative young musicians blending son with contemporary sounds, these spontaneous performances capture Cuba's soul in its purest form.

27/05/2025

🛶 SILENT WILDERNESS | SALINAS DE BRITO
Gliding through the pristine shallows of Zapata Swamp, where time stands still and nature reigns supreme. Here in Cuba's largest protected wetland—a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar Site—our paddles break the perfect mirror of water reflecting endless sky.
Colourful herons stalk through crystal clear shallows as our guides point out rare endemic birds found nowhere else on earth. The ecosystem here remains virtually untouched, a living museum of Cuba's natural heritage preserved through decades of conservation.
This is authentic travel at its finest—exploring Salinas de Brito's mangroves and salt flats by kayak, where the only sounds are birdsong, gentle splashes, and your own quiet wonder.

"🌿 SECRETS OF CUBAN TO***CO | VIÑALES VALLEYWhere legendary ci**rs begin—walking through lush to***co fields as morning ...
24/05/2025

"🌿 SECRETS OF CUBAN TO***CO | VIÑALES VALLEY
Where legendary ci**rs begin—walking through lush to***co fields as morning dew still clings to broad green leaves. Our journey takes you beyond the famous Cohiba and Montecristo boxes to meet the skilled vegueros who've cultivated this precious crop for generations.
Step inside traditional wooden drying houses where to***co leaves hang like golden treasures, filling the air with their distinctive aroma. Watch in awe as farmers demonstrate the perfect rolling technique—a tradition passed down through families for centuries.
The true magic? Enjoying a freshly rolled cigar with the farmer who grew the to***co, sipping coffee under the shade of a mogote. This is Cuban heritage you can taste.
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🏞️ HIDDEN PARADISE | RÍO CANASIWhere crystal waters carve through limestone valleys just beyond Havana's reach. Río Cana...
20/05/2025

🏞️ HIDDEN PARADISE | RÍO CANASI
Where crystal waters carve through limestone valleys just beyond Havana's reach. Río Canasi remains Cuba's best-kept natural secret—a pristine swimming hole where turquoise pools form beneath towering cliffs and lush vegetation creates natural shade.
Our local guides lead you down unmarked paths to this refreshing oasis where Cubans escape weekend heat. Dive from smooth boulders into the cool depths, float beneath dramatic rock formations, and picnic on sandy shores far from tourist crowds.
This is Cuba at its most authentic—raw, untamed natural beauty shared through local knowledge and preserved by its relative isolation. Some treasures are worth the journey.

🍹 HAVANA'S HIDDEN GEM | ROOFTOP BAR 663Climb the iconic red spiral staircase of Malecón 663—a beautifully eclectic creat...
17/05/2025

🍹 HAVANA'S HIDDEN GEM | ROOFTOP BAR 663
Climb the iconic red spiral staircase of Malecón 663—a beautifully eclectic creation from French innovator Sandra Exposito and Charanga Habanera's Orlandito Mengual—to discover Havana's most vibrant rooftop experience.
Every corner tells a story, from bicycle wheel bar stools to the stunning vertical garden of plastic poppies stretching two stories high. Local architect Orlando Inclán has crafted each room to reflect Cuba's design evolution with contemporary flair.
Join the local farándula for 'Groovy Latin Jazz' Thursdays or 'Chillout Sunset' Sundays as the Caribbean sky erupts in color above Havana's skyline. This isn't just a drink—it's pure Cuban creative energy.

🌅 DAWN MAGIC | LOS ACUÁTICOS SUNRISE TREKBefore the world awakens, our adventure begins—hiking through Viñales Valley's ...
13/05/2025

🌅 DAWN MAGIC | LOS ACUÁTICOS SUNRISE TREK
Before the world awakens, our adventure begins—hiking through Viñales Valley's mystical darkness toward Los Acuáticos. As we climb, the first golden rays reveal limestone mogotes emerging from morning mist like islands in a sea of clouds.
Reach this remote mountain community—home to families who still live by traditional healing with water—just as sunrise bathes the UNESCO landscape in warm light. From this privileged vantage point, watch to***co farmers begin their day in fields below while our local guides serve fresh mountain coffee and share stories of this unique religious community's fascinating history.
Some journeys are worth the early alarm. This is one of them. 🇨🇺

🚲 PEDAL INTO AUTHENTIC CUBA | BEYOND THE TOURIST TRAILCuba has no bike shops, making cycling a true local challenge! As ...
10/05/2025

🚲 PEDAL INTO AUTHENTIC CUBA | BEYOND THE TOURIST TRAIL
Cuba has no bike shops, making cycling a true local challenge! As the ONLY company with UK-imported bikes permanently maintained on the island, we're uniquely positioned to help you experience Cuba as locals do.
Our top-quality fleet takes you where tour buses can't—through small to***co farming communities, past family-run paladares, and into hidden valleys where you'll exchange smiles with farmers working their fields. Feel the real rhythm of Cuban life as you cruise at the perfect pace to catch impromptu street music or stop for coffee with locals.
Join us and discover Cuba at ground level, where authentic experiences happen with every pedal stroke. 🇨🇺

06/05/2025

💃 THE RHYTHM OF CUBA | CUBAN SALSA
Where the streets pulse with music and every local carries the beat in their soul. In Cuba, salsa isn't just a dance—it's the heartbeat of the nation, flowing through cobblestone streets and colorful plazas.
Join our travellers as they learn to move like locals in authentic casas de música, where live bands fuel electric energy and strangers become dance partners. From beginners finding their first steps to seasoned dancers perfecting their Cuban style, everyone leaves with rhythm in their veins.
Let Cuba transform your body into an instrument of joy. Your salsa adventure starts here! 🇨🇺

🇨🇺 Our Charity Challenge trekkers had an amazing time exploring Cuba's breathtaking landscapes! Swipe to see what they h...
03/05/2025

🇨🇺 Our Charity Challenge trekkers had an amazing time exploring Cuba's breathtaking landscapes! Swipe to see what they had to say about their trekking adventure!

"🇨🇺 REVOLUTION SQUARE COMES ALIVE | MAY DAY IN CUBAWitness the spectacular energy as hundreds of thousands flood Havana'...
29/04/2025

"🇨🇺 REVOLUTION SQUARE COMES ALIVE | MAY DAY IN CUBA
Witness the spectacular energy as hundreds of thousands flood Havana's Plaza de la Revolución for International Workers' Day! Unlike anywhere else in the world, May 1st in Cuba is a vibrant explosion of national pride, solidarity, and celebration.
Watch as a sea of red flags waves beneath iconic revolutionary imagery, while workers from every province march in unified celebration. This powerful display of Cuban culture combines political tradition with festival atmosphere—a truly unforgettable cultural experience our travelers treasure.

Read more about why May is a GREAT time to visit Cuba in our latest blog!

Photography by Natasha Hickman

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🥭 MANGO SEASON IN CUBA: May is when Cuba turns golden with mangoes! Trees heavy with fruit, juice running down chins, an...
26/04/2025

🥭 MANGO SEASON IN CUBA: May is when Cuba turns golden with mangoes! Trees heavy with fruit, juice running down chins, and batidos freshly blended on every corner. As our latest blog reveals, locals might call you a "mango" if you're looking particularly fine (it's Cuban slang for an attractive person!) - and with spring sunshine giving everyone that perfect glow, you'll be surrounded by "mangoes" everywhere you look! Experience Cuba when it's at its most abundant, vibrant and sweet. May travel means fewer crowds, perfect temperatures AND nature's most delicious gift. Link in bio for why mango season might be Cuba's best-kept travel secret!

🇨🇺 CUBANIA ACTIVE ADVENTURE: Pedal through Havana's vibrant streets where history pulses in every colorful colonial faça...
22/04/2025

🇨🇺 CUBANIA ACTIVE ADVENTURE: Pedal through Havana's vibrant streets where history pulses in every colorful colonial façade. Hike lush trails in Topes de Collantes where waterfalls hide around mountain bends. Glide your kayak across Cienfuegos Bay's crystal waters as the sun sets. Discover Las Terrazas where nature and community blend in perfect harmony. Cuba isn't just for sitting still—it's for those who want to feel this passionate island with every muscle and sense. Our active tour takes you deeper than any resort ever could. Who's ready to sweat, explore and experience the real Cuba?

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We are Cubania Travel and we love what we do. We are the cycling and active travel experts in Cuba. We have an international standard bike workshop and an incredible team of trained cycling guides.

For the last 20 years, we have been providing exceptional and meaningful holidays, enriching the lives of active travellers and our community, and exposing them to a unique way of living by sharing the real Cuban experience.

We aim for excellence in everything we do – from the quality of our tours to the service we give and the experiences we offer. This is our purpose. It’s why we exist.