Introducing…

Scuba Diving:

Join us on an exclusive scuba diving experience in the crystal clear Caribbean waters of Cuba and learn directly from Cubans about their unique approach to marine conservation.

Conservation & Diversity

April 19-23, 2024

Tour highlights:

  • Learn

    From Cubans living in Cuba about their conservation efforts and policies which protect Cuba’s marine biodiversity.

    About Cuba’s Food Economics polices and how they impact the everyday lives of Cuban.

  • DINE

    At Havana’s hottest restaurants with the prettiest cocktails and the most authentic Cuban cuisine you cannot find anywhere else.

    Ropa Vieja, platanos and the freshest lobster you’ve ever had made with all 100% locally produced ingredients directly from the land.

  • EXPLORE

    The immaculate waters and reefs of Cuba’s coastline. Visit multiple dive sites including the famous shipwrecks in the Bay of Pigs.

    Then take a trip to the city of Matanzas where the Swamps of Zapata showcase the diverse species of Flora, Fauna and Birds of Cuba.

  • STAY

    At a 200 year old colonial-styled mansion reclaimed by Cuban families.

    Stick with double occupancy pricing to get a roommate or book a private room!

Book Now

Your Cuba itinerary

Did You Know?

Cuba is petitioning to include cassava, an endemic food to Cuba, for UN World Heritage status.

Day 1

Habana y la Historia

Land in La Habana and be whisked away to your 5 course meal! Your first lesson is CUBAN HISTORY THROUGH FOOD. Every dish is specifically selected to tell the story of Cuba and is explained by a museologist.

Next is FOOD ECONOMICS. Head into a Cuban home and learn the reality of how food gets to your table. Under U.S. sanctions and the Communist system, food is a touchy subject as it is in limited supply on the island. Get first-hand experience with your next professor.

Your welcome dinner is at Havana’s hottest restaurant with Havana’s most beautiful cocktails (and bartenders).

Day 2

Marine Conservation + Classic Cars

Wake up and get ready to swim because we’re headed to a lesson in MARINE CONSERVATION! Our professor, who studies marine insects which indicate the health of the ocean, will lead our class on the various Cuban conservation programs. Our FIRST DIVE follows right after this lesson with a short break and some adjustments to your gear before heading back in for your SECOND DIVE. Head back into the beach to enjoy a delicious seafood lunch before returning to the city.

Finally, we’re ending a long day with a SUNSET CLASSIC CAR ride complete with photos to take home as souvenirs!

Did you know?

Fidel Castro was a scuba diver! The CIA allegedly attempted to assassinate him by planting explosives in sea shells.

Did you know?

The botched invasion of the Bay of Pigs was conducted by Cuban exiles who were trained by the CIA.

Day 3

Playa Larga

Today we are headed to Cuba’s infamous dive spot. The Bay of Pigs is mostly known as the site of a failed US invasion. However, it should be known for its sparkling blue waters that hold a host of wildlife down below. Your first stop is the BAY OF PIGS MUSEUM.

Enjoy an amazing lobster lunch along the beach, before spending the afternoon checking out the reef and shipwrecks in your THIRD & FOURTH DIVES of the trip.

What other Reroot travelers are saying:

  • Nnenna A.

    “ I had some of the most moving, meaningful and insightful conversations with our Cuban educators. This trip was HANDS DOWN one of the best trips I’ve ever taken in my life, and I’ve traveled quite extensively! I walked away with new friends both in Cuba and our group.”

Did You Know?

Within the Zapata Swamp are over 900 autochthonous plant species, 175 species of birds, 31 species of reptiles and over 1000 species of invertebrates.

Day 4

Swamps of Zapata

Our final day together will have a nature walk through the swamps of Zapata where you’ll see a totally different kind of wildlife with our professor who specializes in FLORA, FAUNA, and BIRDS OF CUBA! If you get lucky, you might spot a flamingo!

After lunch we head into the waters of Matanzas for our FIFTH DIVE before returning for an extra special NIGHT DIVE after dinner.

Day 5

Farewell!

You’ll head back home where it is never goodbye but see you next time!

Snag Your Spot!

PRICE Starting At : $3,550

All quoted prices are based on double occupancy (shared rooms).

Private rooms are available at an additional cost.

A $350 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot.

What’s included:

  • 6 dives per person

  • All Educational classes

  • All accommodations

  • Three meals a day

  • Airport Transfers

  • Ground Transportation**

  • An English-Speaking Guide

  • 2 private dive instructors


    **For nights out, you’ll be responsible for your taxis home. Our guides will instruct you how to catch one.

What’s not included:

  • Airfare

  • Entrance/VISA fees

  • COVID testing 

  • Alcohol

  • Souvenirs

Meet Thao!

Born and raised in New Orleans, I’m a Vietnamese-American who loves durian and diving. I am a PADI advanced open-water diver and an SSI rescue-certified diver.

I’ve logged 90 dives in 9 different countries. Most of my diving has been in the Coral Triangle in Southeast Asia. But now, I want to have a different adventure experience diving in the Caribbean waters. I also have two master’s degrees from the University of Wyoming (1) Political Science and (2) Environment and Natural Resources.

My research topic focused on local perspectives of marine protected areas in two national parks in Indonesia. Similar to my thesis, you’ll be hearing directly from Cubans. You’ll learn about how locals feel about conservation and how they manage their marine protected areas.

You’ll also experience how their conservation policies and efforts have kept their coral reefs pristine despite political and economic exclusion.