Varadero Holidays

Considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean, Varadero in Cuba is a holiday hotspot thanks to its 20km strip of soft white sand, warm and clear waters and a buzzing resort full of leisure and entertainment activities. Holidays in Varadero are perfect for relaxing, whether you want to tan yourself in the sun, lounge on the sun chairs along the sandy beach, or tee off on its lush 18-hole golf course. There are plenty of watersports on offer, and if you’re looking to get certified in scuba-diving, you’ve found the right place.  Cuba is the new tropical hotspot and Varadero is the most popular Cuban beach resort, providing plenty of excitement with buzzing nightclubs and spectacular salsa bars. You can also visit the capital of Havana and explore its colonial buildings, brightly coloured streets and iconic cars before returning to this tropical oasis. Solo travellers, couples, or families – Varadero holidays cater to all.

Varadero beach life

Varadero beach has the reputation of being one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and for good reason. The pristine sugar-white beach stretches for 36km and has array of sun loungers, beach cabanas and options for watersports that vie with each other to hold your attention. Many of the hotels and resorts have their own cordoned off private beaches so you can swim or sunbathe minus the crowds.

Swim with the dolphins?

The Delfinario near the Chapelin Marina is an exciting place to get up close with marine life. Located in a mangrove lagoon, the marine park conducts daily shows so you can spend an afternoon swimming and interacting with dolphins and watch in awe as they perform delightful acrobatics and tricks. Don’t forget to bring your camera and your selfie stick to capture the moment.

Dive with the locals

Underwater you'll find a trove of treasures – caves, tunnels, shipwrecks and coral gardens make Varadero a diver’s haven. There are three diving centres that where you can get diving training, whatever is your level of expertise. A bounty of stunning marine sealife, flora and fauna and warm waters make diving here a memorable experience. Both day and night dives are possible and you can add in a visit to the Saturno caves.

Party in Varadero

Varadero’s vibrant nightlife ranges from the cheerful cafés and bars to glittering nightclubs and buzzing cabarets. You’ll find an enthusiastic local crowd to cheer every move, and that’s what makes partying in Varadero so special. Piano bars, chic lounges and spots like Beatles and Bar Benny are the places to enjoy a lively evening. If you want some authentic Cuba flair, check out Cabaret Cueva del Pirata where Cuban dancers sway to jazzy Latin music in a cave-like setting.