About the Journey
We are going to that dream country: Cuba. It’s an island nation with a huge heart and a story entirely unlike the reality of South America—or the world.
It is a country unlike any other: an island, and still living with communism despite what the world has become. Existing in its own way, outside the transformations of the modern world—those who know it, know it; those who get excited by it already do.
This will be a backpacking trip, changing locations every 1–2 days, with a deliberate effort to stay away from mass tourism.
Before departure, the essentials are simple: obtaining a Cuban visa and getting a yellow fever vaccination.
Before the trip, we will send you detailed information about backpack travel—adjusting and packing your bag, what to bring, how money works in Cuba, the climates we will encounter, and more.
Your payment will cover accommodation, transportation (within Cuba), breakfasts, and all costs such as museum entries. What you will pay out of pocket is your transportation to Havana, your lunches and dinners, and personal shopping.
Accommodation will be mostly in Cuban family homes, in spotless 2–3 person rooms. For participation or any questions, you may have, please get in touch.
Hasta la victoria, siempre…
Our Route
Because the weather is always warm, a 40-liter backpack will be enough. We will travel the island from end to end, following a route that keeps us outside the most touristic zones as much as possible—so we can see the country from the inside.
In our world, which has accelerated dramatically since the late 1990s, Cuba feels as if history paused in the 1960s. We will meet Cubans living simply in an older, more innocent, and cleaner rhythm—people who, “despite everything,” keep listening to salsa and reggaeton, dancing, and drinking their rum. We will be on a special island.
Details
In Cuba we can create many different routes, backpack-style or with rolling luggage.
In our view, Havana, the Viñales Valley, and Trinidad are three must-see places; and Santiago de Cuba, Santa Clara, Baracoa, Camagüey, and a stop in Varadero to enjoy the Caribbean Sea are excellent options.
To get information about the next trip, please contact us.