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SUP in Varadero, Matanzas, Cuba

Skill Level:
All
Best Period:
October to February
Cuba nestles at the crossroads of the Caribbean. Whether you are a nature lover or a culture vulture, it is certain that Cuba will enchant you with its unparalleled beauty. Havana is the capital city of Cuba and the largest one in the Caribbean with many places of historical interest, including castles, museums and cathedrals. The climate here is classified as tropical, with an average temperature of 69.8°F/21°C in winter and 80.6°F/27°C in summer.

Varadero is a popular tourist destination that is situated on the Hicacos Peninsula. The location provides long and wide beaches with white sand and crystal clear waters. For those looking for fun and adventure, Varadero accommodates almost any kind of watersport, including sailing, scuba diving, windsurfing and kitesurfing. Stand Up Paddling is also a great option here.

The spot is facing the Gulf of Mexico and is appropriate for practitioners of all abilities and experience levels. The swell sizes start working at less than 1 m/3 ft and the optimum wind direction is from the north and northeast. You should know that the location provides medium waves.

In addition, the best period to visit this spot is from October to February and the average water temperature is around 27 °C/80.6 °F in summer and around 24 °C/75.2 °F in winter. Finally, the peninsula hosts a wide range of hotels, resorts and guesthouses. Note: be careful of rips.