Cuba: Trip Preparation & Destination Information

Where can I find information on travel safety?  Common sense safety rules apply here: Don't wear flashy jewelry, keep your phones and cameras out of sight, only carry enough money for the day, and avoid taking cards or passports out with you. Wear what you would normally wear, but try to wear clothing with hidden pockets to stash your important items.

Check out the US Department of State's website for the most up-to-date information on safety while traveling.

Is the water safe to drink? As a general rule, you should avoid tap water in Cuba and stick to drinking bottled water.

Do I need a Visa? Our operating partner, Discova will take care of all visa documents for Travelers to ensure they have all the necessary visa items prior to leaving the country. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after you return home and has two or more blank pages. Otherwise, some countries may not let you enter.

What about vaccines? For vaccination information, click here.

Do you recommend travel insurance? While not required, we highly recommend all travelers get travel insurance for their trip to protect themselves from the unknown! Check out travel insurance options from our partner, worldnomads.com, or from a provider of your choice.

What does public transportation look like? You can find taxis everywhere and they are cheap. The most common way to get around is by bus.

Is Uber or Lyft available? No, neither are have made it to Cuba just yet.

What about Wifi? Wifi should be readily available in most areas. For Travelers participating in the Lost City Trek, you will not have access to Wifi at all.