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Playa Esmeralda (Emerald Beach)

Playa Esmeralda (Emerald Beach), Cuba — town in Cuba. A basic guide assembled from what we know so far; it grows as the data does.

Type Town

Why go

  • A town in Cuba on the Ultimate map — explore nearby destinations, hotels and attractions from here.

History

Playa Esmeralda (Emerald Beach) is a town in Cuba. We do not yet hold a written history for it — the sources below are the best starting points, and this page will be expanded into a full guidebook.

Getting there by ferry

Muelle
Ferry terminal · 6 km from the centre
Outdoor
Muelle Boca de Samá
Ferry terminal · 6.1 km from the centre
Outdoor
Ferry Hacia Delfinario
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Guardalavaca — Playa Esmeralda (Emerald Beach)
Guardalavaca — Playa Esmeralda (Emerald Beach)
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Playa Esmeralda (Emerald Beach) — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Muelle, 6 km); routes include Ferry Hacia Delfinario.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Playa Esmeralda (Emerald Beach). Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.