Place
Havana
Duration
approx. 2,5 hours
Kind
Tour
Option
Group/Private
A day in paradise: Pure relaxation and nature in Soroa
Escape the hustle and bustle of Havana and immerse yourself in the green paradise of Soroa. This day trip takes you from the coastal town to the fertile interior, where you can swim in a natural pool at the foot of a rushing waterfall. Soroa is known for its breathtaking 20-metre-high Salto de Soroa waterfall and its incredible orchid garden, where over 700 different species of this popular tropical flower grow. Stroll through the pristine greenery, relax and listen to the sounds of Soroa's mighty nature.
First highlight
Departure from Havana
Leave Havana behind you and head west to Soroa. Enjoy the picturesque drive, accompanied by lush, green landscapes and colorfully painted houses, until you reach the small town of Soroa.
Second highlight
Visit to the orchid garden in Soroa
Start your exploration tour with a visit to the famous orchid garden of Soroa. Soroa, also known as the gateway to the Garden of Eden, is the starting point for the ascending Sierra del Rosario. It was here that the Spanish landowner Thomás Felipe Camacho began to build up an impressive plant nursery and orchid collection in 1943. Today, the garden is home to 700 different orchid species, including the rare bird-of-paradise orchid and the Flor de San Pedro orchid. In addition, around 20,000 other plants, including thousands of fern species and countless groups of trees, make this place a unique world biosphere reserve.
Third highlight
Lunch break
Enjoy a delicious lunch in Soroa, which is included in the tour. Savor the flavors of local Cuban cuisine while surrounded by the natural beauty of the area.
Fourth highlight
Visit to the Salto de Soroa waterfall
After lunch, you will visit the breathtaking Salto de Soroa waterfall. The Río Manantiades makes its way through dense rainforest and plunges 22 meters into a pool. This natural pool is ideal for a refreshing dip. The area is affectionately called Arco Iris de Cuba - Cuba's rainbow - by the locals due to its unique flora and fauna.
Fifth highlight
Return journey
After an eventful day in Soroa, return to Havana and reflect on the cheerful and picturesque experiences of the day.
Top sights of the tour
Orchid garden in Soroa
The orchid garden in Soroa is home to over 700 different orchid species, making it one of the most impressive collections in the world. The garden is also home to around 20,000 other plants, including various fern species and trees, all of which contribute to its status as a World Biosphere Reserve
Salto de Soroa waterfall
The Salto de Soroa waterfall is a breathtaking natural wonder where the Río Manantiades plunges 22 meters into a pool. This place offers a refreshing dip in a natural setting and is surrounded by the lush vegetation of the Sierra del Rosario.
Services included
Transfer to and from your accommodation in Havana
Qualified, German-speaking tour guide
Orchid garden in Soroa and the Salto de Soroa waterfall
Cuban lunch
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