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Snorkelling in Havana

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A 19th-century shipwreck still lies at the bottom of the sea on Havana's coast. Dive down and explore it with this snorkelling activity and learn about the history of the shipwreck.

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Free cancellation up to 7 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Havana's National Museum of Fine Arts.

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7.8
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Very good 87 Travelers·12 reviews
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    June 7, 2024
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    Maria-elizabeth

    Canada

    This was a phenomenal experience! Ama was very kind, accommodating, patient, informative and clearly cares for her clients as well as the environment....

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    June 22, 2023
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    Omayra

    San Jose, United States

    I had so much fun! Amanda and Alejandro were super energetic and understanding (I should have double checked the reservation time and location). They ...

    Traveling solo
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    March 10, 2023
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    Rebecca

    Austin, Tx, United States

    We were looking for snorkeling close to Havana and this fit the bill perfectly. Our guides, Amanda & Victor, were great! They gave us good instructi...

    As a couple
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    September 11, 2022
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    Bernadette

    Vancouver, Canada

    This was a wonderful activity! The beach is beautiful and the water was perfectly warm and clear. Ana and the team were expert guides, they brought su...

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    June 26, 2022
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    Kim

    Netherlands

    We had a wonderful time Everything was just perfect We got picked up on time By the instructor and went to the beach as a group. Once we arrived...

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    January 10, 2026
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    Ibrahim

    United States

    Very fun and exhilarating. Our guides were super helpful and friendly. The whole experience felt safe and exciting.

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    May 26, 2024
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    Anonymous

    Helsinki, Finland

    Great trip and great people!

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    March 6, 2024
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    Olivia

    United States

    Loved snorkeling with Alejandro. He picked us up directly from our hotel. We went at the perfect time of day. Less crowded and the sun was not too hot...

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Duration

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes.
Language

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included

Included

  • Transfers in a classic American car .
  • English speaking instructors.
  • Complete snorkelling kit.
  • Underwater photos.
  • Coconut water.
When to book

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.
Accessibility

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility
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Pets

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Not allowed.
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A 19th-century shipwreck still lies at the bottom of the sea on Havana's coast. Dive down and explore it with this snorkelling activity and learn about the history of the shipwreck.

Snorkelling in Havana

It's the end of the 19th century. After a series of diplomatic tensions, war breaks out between Spain, the United States and Cuba who's fighting for its independence. Some remains of this conflict are still buried under the waters of the Caribbean sea. To discover them for ourselves, we'll pick you up at 9:30 am from the entrance of Havana's National Museum of Fine Arts in a classic 1950s American car.

In just 30 minutes we'll reach the beaches located at 10 kilometres east of Havana. Once we're on the shore, we'll receive an introductory class with physical warm-up exercises and information on the basic safety rules for the activity. When we're ready we'll put on our masks and get kitted out ready to dive in. Throughout the activity you'll be accompanied by two guides who'll have buoyancy aids to offer you more safety. 

Depending on the sea conditions and the fitness level of the group, we'll swim up to one of the following two shipwrecks: the City of Alexandria (300 metres away from the shore, a one hour's swim there and back) or the SS Olivette (750 metres away from the shore, a one and a half hours' swim there and back). 

The SS Olivette sank in 1918, and the City of Alexandria in 1893. As we'll find out, both shipwrecks are very important in Cuban history. We'll be able to dive down and see these half-buried shipwrecks for ourselves. To finish the activity, we'll head back to the shore and enjoy a refreshing coconut water. 

At the end of the experience, we'll change out of our wetsuits and head back to the starting point at 2 pm in the classic American car we came in. 

Important Information

  • You must be a strong swimmer and be in a good physical condition. 

Duration

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes.
Language

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included

Included

  • Transfers in a classic American car .
  • English speaking instructors.
  • Complete snorkelling kit.
  • Underwater photos.
  • Coconut water.
When to book

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.
Accessibility

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility
Sustainability

Sustainability

All services meet our
Pets

Pets

Not allowed.
Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation up to 7 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Havana's National Museum of Fine Arts.

7.8
Star
Very good 87 Travelers·12 reviews
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    June 7, 2024
    M

    Maria-elizabeth

    Canada

    This was a phenomenal experience! Ama was very kind, accommodating, patient, informative and clearly cares for her clients as well as the environment....

    With friends
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    June 22, 2023
    O

    Omayra

    San Jose, United States

    I had so much fun! Amanda and Alejandro were super energetic and understanding (I should have double checked the reservation time and location). They ...

    Traveling solo
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStar
    March 10, 2023
    R

    Rebecca

    Austin, Tx, United States

    We were looking for snorkeling close to Havana and this fit the bill perfectly. Our guides, Amanda & Victor, were great! They gave us good instructi...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    September 11, 2022
    B

    Bernadette

    Vancouver, Canada

    This was a wonderful activity! The beach is beautiful and the water was perfectly warm and clear. Ana and the team were expert guides, they brought su...

    Traveling solo
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    June 26, 2022
    K

    Kim

    Netherlands

    We had a wonderful time Everything was just perfect We got picked up on time By the instructor and went to the beach as a group. Once we arrived...

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    January 10, 2026
    I

    Ibrahim

    United States

    Very fun and exhilarating. Our guides were super helpful and friendly. The whole experience felt safe and exciting.

    As a couple
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    May 26, 2024
    A

    Anonymous

    Helsinki, Finland

    Great trip and great people!

    Traveling solo
    Is this useful?
  • StarStarStarStarStar
    March 6, 2024
    O

    Olivia

    United States

    Loved snorkeling with Alejandro. He picked us up directly from our hotel. We went at the perfect time of day. Less crowded and the sun was not too hot...

    With friends
    Is this useful?
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