Nature in Santiago de Cuba
Top Natural Attractions in Santiago de Cuba
After your charter flight arrives at Santiago de Cuba, the city offers private jet travelers a lot of outdoor activities to enjoy. The Sierra Maestra is a lush tropical forest where you’ll find La Gran Piedra, where you can take in beautiful views of the city. Cespedes Park is a great place to enjoy the sights and sounds of Santiago, and Parque de Baconao is a great place for families to explore its botanical gardens, aquarium and lagoon. Jardin de Los Helechos is a floral explosion of over 90 different orchids and over 350 types of ferns. Check out our list below for more natural attractions in Santiago de Cuba.
La Gran Piedra and the Sierra Maestra The Sierra Maestra is a beautiful collection of trees and ferns of different colors in the forests of Santiago de Cuba, but the real attraction is La Gran Piedra, or “The Big Rock”. This monolith rests atop of the Sierra Maestra at a height of 1200 meters and provides amazing sights. If you scale the rock on a clear day, many say you can see Haiti and Jamaica from the top.
La Gran Piedra and the Sierra Maestra Cespedes Park Cespedes Park is the perfect way to take it easy and stroll around. One of the more beautiful and energetic squares in the city, it features a bronze bust of Carlos Manuel de Céspedes at the heart of the square, the man who kick-started Cuban independence in 1868. Bands may be performing at times, as well as other artisans. The park is of historic significance as well – Fidel Castro graced its balcony in 1959, trumpeting the triumph of the Revolution.
Cespedes Park Parque de Baconao One of the most enjoyable spots for photo-ops while in Santiago de Cuba, this national park in nearby Siboney is filled with giant statues of various animals and dinosaurs. There’s also a Botanical Garden called the Jardin Ave de Paraiso, as well as an aquarium, lagoon, and farm. Depending on the weather, it could be a bit of a hot day, but it makes for a nice little field trip, especially with children.
Parque de Baconao Jardin de los Helechos This 3,000 square foot tropical garden is home to over 350 types of ferns and over 90 types of orchids. The garden is a private collection of Manuel Caluff, who donated to the Academia de Ciencias de Cuba (Academy of Science) in 1984. Between November and January is the best time to visit to enjoy the orchids. The gardens are along the road to El Caney and close to Plaza de Marte, making it easy to get to/from the gardens via bus or taxi.
Jardin de los Helechos Local Airports for Santiago de Cuba Private Flights
Jet Charter Cuba utilizes the following airport to fly clients privately to/from Santiago de Cuba, Cuba and neighboring areas.
- (MUCU, SCU) Antonio Maceo International Airport, Santiago de Cuba – Cuba
- Longest Runway: 13,123 feet
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