Cayo Guillermo is one of the cays located at the north coast of Cuba, in the archipelago Jardines del Rey. The place is a really small destination; the area covers 18 squares kilometers and offers 4 kilometers of beach with warm water and fine sand.
Since the place is mainly intended for tourism, there is no population. This fact makes Cayo Guillermo one of the safest destinations in Cuba.
Even if it is a highly touristic destination, it should be mentioned that it still offers privacy to its clients. Furthermore, it is worth to visit the cay, if only to enjoy the magnificence of the beach.
Accommodation
Cayo Guillermo is a highly touristic venue, however the only lodgment options are all inclusive hotels. The place is home of few resorts that are totally able to provide clients with an excellent service. On the other hand, you will find great comfort and privacy in their facilities.
What to do in Cayo Guillermo?
Number one attraction in Cayo Guillermo is the wonderful seashore. The beaches are included into the most beautiful of the world. Consequently, activities related to the beach are also very well ranked. Additionally, there is a wide range of options such as swimming with dolphins, kitesurfing or other water sports.
On the other hand, you can visit the marina and have some time on board of a catamaran, or just try some deep-sea fishing. The cay is close to a 400 meters coral reef that is considered the second best preserved in the world. So, it would be a privilege to go snorkeling or scuba diving.
In case you want to explore around, the cay also offers an alternative to discover its unique views on board of a jeep. You will witness an almost virgin environment with a fresh breeze, a vast vegetation and some endemic and harmless species.
Another alternative should be to visit the neighbor cays on board of the double decker bus. This would be a grateful experience and will help to take some time off your all-inclusive facility and travel around the region.
Access
Cayo Guillermo is mostly accessed to by land. The cay is connected to the central part of the country by a causeway, and it is also connected to its neighboring cays. Moreover, you can access to the area by the International Airport Jardines del Rey, located at Cayo Coco.
