Manzanillo de Cuba Vacation Information:
Situated on southwestern Coast of the Gulf of Guacanayabo, in the Granma Province, 100 km from the airport. Nested in a Valley crossed by the longest river in Cuba the Cauto River, this is a very fertile land where Coffe, Sugar and Tobacco Plantations flourish. The best beach in Manzanillo de Cuba is Marea del Portillo, a brown sand beach surrounded by the Sierra Maestra Mountains. Snorkeling and Scuba Diving are popular in this area. Manzanillo de Cuba is ideal for travelers seeking a quiet spot for rest and relaxation. This area also plays an important role in the History of Cuba since the Sierra Maestra Mountains provided shelter to Fidel Castro and his revolutionaries.
Travel tips when traveling to Manzanillo de Cuba: The currency is the Cuban Convertible Peso which is only available in Cuba, it is useless
outside of Cuba therefore if you have any left exchange it back. Most major credit cards are accepted as long as they are not drawn by an American bank, travelers cheques are rarely accepted. ATM machines are not available. Be cautious with long distance calls charges can be very expensive, Internet services are not reliable and not readily available, Walkie Talkies, cordless phones, and GPS are not allowed in Cuba.
Manzanillo Year Round Temperatures
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Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Average High |
28 |
28 |
28 |
30 |
30 |
31 |
31 |
31 |
31 |
30 |
29 |
28 |
| Average Low |
21 |
21 |
21 |
23 |
23 |
24 |
25 |
25 |
25 |
24 |
23 |
22 |
| Rainfall (mm) |
70 |
40 |
50 |
50 |
130 |
100 |
60 |
90 |
100 |
190 |
90 |
80 |
You need a valid Passport, for visas consult your local Cuban Consulate. A 90 stay tourist card is provided with your package, but there is an extra charge for children under 2. Electricity varies between 110v to 220v bringing a converter is advised. You will need to pay a $25 convertible pesos per person in exact cash upon leaving Manzanillo de Cuba for departure tax.
Things to do in Manzanillo de Cuba: Rent a Jeep or motorcycle and explore the natural surroundings of the Sierra Maestra Mountains, take a
Horseback Riding day trip, take a Downtown sightseeing tour on a Horse Drawn carriage, take a day trip to Santiago de Cuba, take a day trip to Holguin.