Full-Day El Nicho Waterfall Tour from Cienfuegos with Escambray

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit El Nicho, a waterfall and natural park surrounded by lush vegetation
• 02 Admire the breathtaking views from the Escambray Mountains
• 03 Relax with a swim in one of El Nicho's five natural pools
• 04 Have lunch in a typical Cuban restaurant at El Nicho

Take this full-day tour to explore El Nicho, the Escambray Mountains, and Cienfuegos. Embark on picturesque hikes, relax at the El Nicho waterfalls, and enjoy scenic views near the Escambray Mountains. Discover the beautiful Cuban mountainous zone and countryside throughout the day.

Enjoy a refreshing swim in one of the five pools and unwind in the beautiful scenery while observing Cuban flora and fauna.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cienfuegos

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

El Nicho Waterfalls and Escambray Mountains Excursion

• Begin this tour with your Cienfuegos (Cuban) tour guide and make a quick stop at Crucecitas in the Escambray Mountains of Central Cuba. Look out for Pico San Juan, the highest peak in this area, rising 3,150 ft above sea level.
• Relax and swim at the El Nicho Waterfalls, located in the municipality of Cumanayagua Province.
• Enjoy a refreshing swim in one of the five pools and unwind in the beautiful scenery while observing Cuban flora and fauna.
• Have lunch at one of the countryside paladares of El Nicho, then drive back to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Fuel charges
• Professional Cuban driver
• English-speaking Cienfuegos (Cuban) tour guide
• Lunch
• Entrance fees

What's Not Included

• Drinks
• Tips and gratuities

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Hat
• Bottled water

Know before you go

• This tour is not recommended for people with severe walking difficulties or those using wheelchairs or scooters.
• Communication with the guide is necessary before and after booking. Do not hesitate to ask the guide if you have any questions.
• The guide needs to know when you are arriving or docking in Cienfuegos and when you must return to the cruise ship.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hotel, hostel, or cruise-ship terminal in Cienfuegos

Tour start

Cienfuegos, Cuba

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.