***Sold Out***
(We do have a Sea of Cortez trip next year...)
June 29th - July 6th, 2024
Let us take you on the trip of a lifetime!
Top 5 reasons YOU should join us in Cuba:
1. This trip is exclusive - There are only a limited number of divers allowed to visit each year
2. Jardines De La Reina (Gardens of the Queen) is the most pristine reef system in the Caribbean
3. Spend a week aboard with local marine biologists
4. Snorkel and paddle board through mangroves with crocodiles and silky sharks
5. There are daily non-stop flights from the US into Cuba
Price: $3,995 (upgrade to a suite for $590 pp)
Group Leader - John McAlpin
Experience the culture and dive into one of the most pristine coral reefs on the planet. We will then spend seven nights on the Avalon JA-3 for an exceptional liveaboard experience while diving Jardines de la Reina (the Gardens of the Queen). On the JA-3, you will be joined by a Cuban marine scientist and diving experts who will provide you with a once-in-a-lifetime look at a relatively undisturbed reef and mangrove ecosystem. You will see massive coral reefs, steep walls, and a diverse fish population. It is common to see turtles, large jewfish, snapper, grouper, and more. The shark experience is like no other in the Caribbean as you may see black tip, lemon, nurse, silky, and hammerhead sharks...many on the same dive! This trip is built to include most meal costs and provides a “no worries” travel itinerary.
Base Package Includes:
- Round trip ground transport from Camaguey to Jucaro Port
- 7 nights of all-inclusive luxury accommodations aboard the Jardines Avalon III (JA3)
- Includes Port and Conservation Fees
- 3 dives/ day (17 day + 1 night dive)
- All meals and snacks aboard the ship
- Up to 6 beverages/ day (including alcohol)
- Non-diving eco-adventures:
- Environmental projects & presentations by Cuban Marine Biologists
- Paddleboarding / Snorkeling / Crocodile en-counters / Beach Exploration
* Not Included:
- Tourist Visa / Cuban Tourist Card- this must be purchased individually by the customer. $85 ish, price varies, it's Cuba roll with it :) - see link at the bottom of this page to purchase.
- Roundtrip airfare to/from Camaguey, Cuba
- Tips & Gratuity for transfers & crew ($350 per person recommended)
- Trip Insurance (Required) - Travel Insurance that will cover Cuban travel
https://www.travelinsured.com/
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Additional Options (Per Person):
- $120 – Unlimited Nitrox
- $250 – Upgrade to 4/dives per day
- $290 - Full Rental Gear per week
- $590 – Full-Suite upgrade w/ balcony (Sold Out)
- $2,130 - Single Cabin supplement
Payment Info:
- Price is based on double occupancy & is subject to change
- $2,000 due at Sign-Up
- Balance due in full by December 31st, 2023
Tourist Visa / Cuban Tourist Card
It's the Traveler's responsibility to purchase a Tourist Visa - It is suggested to purchase your tourist card once you have confirmed your flight itinerary and purchased your tickets. These tourist cards do not expire. The 30-day valid travel window only becomes active once you arrive in Cuba and it is stamped with a date.
Reference the information below when purchasing your tourist card in advance:
- OFAC Category: HUMANITARIAN PROJECTS.
- RECORD LOCATOR: (from your plane ticket).
- CAMAGUEY (for arrival to Camaguey)
link to purchase Tourist Visa - cubavisaservices.com/product/touristvisa-card
If this is not the right time of year, we can facilitate your trip at another time. Email us at sales@tomsscuba.com for more information!
