Camaguey Vacations

General Information About Camaguey Vacations

All-inclusive Camaguey vacations offer nature-lovers, particularly those who appreciate great beaches, snorkelling and scuba diving, the opportunity to enjoy some of the best that Cuba has to offer. Camaguey, both a city and a municipality in central Cuba, is Cuba's third largest city, dating back to the early 1500s. The main focus for all-inclusive Camaguey vacations is the 21 km stretch of beautiful white sand beaches that runs along the northern coast of Camaguey province. This pristine beach, Santa Lucia, is the main tourist destination of Camaguey. Santa Lucia boasts a well established colony of Pink Flamingos, as well as the longest coral reef in the western hemisphere sheltering this beautiful expanse of beach. For scuba divers and snorkelers, an all-inclusive Camaguey package holiday is a vacation in paradise, featuring 35 scuba diving sites to be explored.

Apart from the wonderful beaches and world-class aquatic adventure that await tourists on an all-inclusive Camaguey package holiday, the City of Camaguey provides great opportunity to explore some of the wonderful culture and history that Cuba has to offer. Originally founded as Santa Maria del Puerto del Principe on the north coast of Cuba in 1515, the city moved inland seeking greater protection from continuous pirate attacks, and the new city of Camaguey was established in 1528. As a measure to provide even greater ability to defend the city and perhaps confuse invaders, Camaguey was planned in a somewhat irregular pattern, with streets that wind and fork their way to converge on many plazas, parks, and squares throughout the city. Colonial architecture, all brightly painted in beautiful colours, is featured along the many winding streets of Camaguey, providing a picturesque setting for an all-inclusive Camaguey vacation.

Things to See and Do on Your Camaguey Package Vacation

The main attractions that draw tourists to all-inclusive Camaguey vacations are excellent scuba diving and snorkelling, and all of the natural beauty that can be explored in this unique ecosystem. The vast coral reef that is situated off the shores of Santa Lucia beach offers world-class scuba diving and snorkelling, featuring dive sites that include well-preserved 19th century ships, sponges, corals and varieties of fish. The Posiedon dive sites I-VI are considered to be some of the best that Cuba has to offer. For the true beach lover, Camaguey packages offer dazzling white sand beaches full of sun and fun. Spring and Fall are the best times of year for an all-inclusive Camaguey vacation – winter temperatures can be uncomfortably low at times, and summer temperatures, although good for those who can't get enough of the heat, can be quite hot.

The city of Camaguey provides tourists with many wonderful sights, sounds, and tastes to be explored. The town centre, with its labyrinth of streets and rainbow-coloured colonial buildings, is a delightful environment for touring on foot. At the centre of this colonial city, within one of the many squares, tourists will find the statue of Ignacio Agramonte, a Cuban revolutionary who played an important role in Cuba's history during the 10-years war. Another interesting attraction, not to be missed on an all-inclusive Camaguey package holiday, is La Merced Church – a magnificent 18th century church featuring wonderful works of art and sculpture, beautifully restored in recent years. San Juan de Dios Square is another popular Camaguey attraction, surrounded by a convent, a hospital, and a church that is home to rare works of art.

All-inclusive Camaguey vacations are a great option for those who can appreciate the unique blend of history and natural wonder that can be found in this unique Cuban destination. Camaguey vacations offer great value at inexpensive 3-star hotels located in one of Cuba's most colonial cities. Speak with one of our tripcentral travel agents to find out if an all-inclusive Camaguey vacation is right for you.