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Playa Flamencos

beach

Largest beach with pink flamingos, mangroves, and crystal-clear shallow waters.

Playa Larga

beach

2.5km pristine beach with spectacular views, closest to airport.

Playa Prohibida

beach

Secluded naturist-friendly beach with wild, unspoiled beauty.

Cayo Guillermo

beach

Connected island with Playa Pilar, one of Cuba's most beautiful beaches.

Parque Natural El Bagá

nature

Ecological park with crocodiles, flamingos, and boat tours through mangroves.

Marina Marlin

activities

Water sports center for diving, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and catamaran trips.

Cayo Coco

Cayo Coco is an island where the keyword is nothing. Nothing but white sand, turquoise water, and pink flamingos. No town, no streets, no restaurants. Just hotels, beach, and nature.

Who Should Visit

Perfect for: Couples wanting to disconnect, families with kids (safe, all-inclusive), those tired of excursions, honeymooners.

Hotels

About 10-12 hotels, all all-inclusive. Melia Cayo Coco 5-star adults-only. Memories Caribe adults-only, good value. Tryp Cayo Coco family option.

Beaches

Among Cuba best. White sand, crystal-clear turquoise water. Playa Pilar on Cayo Guillermo one of Caribbean best.

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faq.subtitle Cayo Coco

Yes, by a 27 km causeway built in 1988. However, most tourists fly directly to Jardines del Rey Airport on the island.

Named after the white ibis bird, locally called 'coco' bird (not coconut). The island has abundant wildlife including flamingos.

Yes, to Morón town, Trinidad (long day), and boat trips to neighboring Cayo Guillermo. Most activities are water-based.

Mostly yes. 85% is protected nature reserve. Bagá Natural Park offers jungle tours and recreated Taino Indian village.

Cayo Coco is more isolated with pristine nature, Varadero has more activities and is closer to Havana. Both have excellent beaches.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Cayo Coco

Book all-inclusive - there are no restaurants or shops outside the resorts.

Visit Playa Flamencos to see pink flamingos wading in the shallow waters.

The coral reef diving is excellent - some of Cuba's best dive sites are here.

Take a catamaran trip to Cayo Guillermo for Hemingway connections and different beaches.

Bring reef-safe sunscreen - the ecosystem is protected.

Weather

Average temperature by month

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82%17 м/с
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Tomorrowweather26°24°
Wedweather26°23°
Thuweather26°24°
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26°
19°Jan
27°
19°Feb
28°
20°Mar
29°
21°Apr
30°
23°May
31°
24°Jun
32°
24°Jul
32°
25°Aug
31°
24°Sep
29°
23°Oct
27°
21°Nov
26°
19°Dec
Water temperature
25°
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Prices

Cost of food, accommodation and services

Cafes & Restaurants

Lunch
0 CUP
Restaurant dinner
60 CUP
~60.0 $
Breakfast
0 CUP

Street Food

Local dish
0 CUP

Drinks

Coffee
4 CUP
~4.0 $
Beer in bar
5 CUP
~5.0 $
Local beer
3 CUP
~3.0 $
Imported beer
5 CUP
~5.0 $
Wine bottle
25 CUP
~25.0 $

Fast Food

Big Mac
0 CUP

Groceries

Water 1.5L
3 CUP
~3.0 $
Cigarettes
5 CUP
~5.0 $
Weekly groceries
0 CUP

Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.

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All-inclusive. Cash for tips and excursions only.

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Cuba resort island - exchange at hotel desk or CADECA kiosks when available. Bring EUR or CAD - USD has 10% penalty. No ATMs on Cayo Coco. Main banks in Ciego de Avila: Banco Popular de Ahorro, BPA. Most transactions within resort are cashless via room charge. Tips in CUP or EUR appreciated.

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10%

1-2 CUC per day for housekeeping

Safety

High safety level

Tourist area with low crime rate

Extremely safe resort island. Only risk is sunburn.

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000

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