Las Terrazas is a perfect destination to go on adventure and exploration. You can take various excursions, relax, explore and be in contact with nature. Enjoy observing the local flora and fauna, especially the more than one hundred species of birds that coexist here. That is why it is advisable that you take one of the many excursions and hiking routes offered in this versatile destination. Today we bring you some proposals for outdoor adventure activities that you would love to do:
1. Bird watching
You will take a 2.5 km route in which you will enjoy the presence of 131 species of birds, including 14 endemic ones. You will be able to observe the Tocororo, a national bird with bright colors; five species of woodpeckers; The Carta Cuba, which due to its size is almost imperceptible, as well as the mockingbird that will delight you with its beautiful song throughout the tour.
2. Las Delicias Trail
This 3 km route winds along the Las Delicias hill until it reaches the San Juan Valley viewpoint. From this site located 330 meters above sea level, you can see the picturesque Las Terrazas Community, while enjoying a picnic enlivened by the singing of birds.
3. La Serafina Trail
With the route of more than 6 km you will enjoy a wide biodiversity of vegetation, flora and fauna. On the way you will go up to an excellent viewpoint from where you can see the picturesque Las Terrazas community, and finally reach the ruins of the Santa Serafina coffee plantation. After the visit, we descend through the valley of the San Juan River until we reach Rancho Curujey.
4. El Contento Trail
It is a 9 km route that winds around the elevation known as El Taburete along its North, East and South flanks. On the way you will visit the ruins of the San Ildefonso and El Contento coffee plantations, plantations that existed in the first half of the 19th century in the Sierra del Rosario Biosphere Reserve.
5. Climbing El Taburete
You will ascend to El Taburete mountain, 452m high. At the top stands a monument dedicated to Che Guevara and from this point you can see the southern plain of the Artemisa province to the Gulf of Batabanó and on the opposite side the San Juan Valley where the Las Terrazas Community stands.
6. Camping
Another option for lovers of adventure, trekking or hiking, is renting tents. Without a doubt one of the best options to take into account if you decide to be directly in contact with nature, these have capacity for 2 and 4 people, offer good ventilation and withstand light rain well. They can be found in Rancho Curujey and in the Baños del Río San Juan. You can rent spaces if you bring your own tent.
What other places to visit in Las Terrazas
If you want to fully explore this destination, there are many other super interesting places to visit. We invite you to take a look at these options:
Where to stay during your visit to Las Terrazas
You can stay in the only hotel in the area: the Hotel Moka, or in one of the rustic cabins on the San Juan River for a complete adventure in the middle of the nature of Las Terrazas. But if neither of the two previous options convince you, we invite you to stay in the private homes of the locals, which are much more authentic. Here we leave you some options:
Where to eat in Las Terrazas
At Las Terrazas you can enjoy a delicious culinary experience in the different gastronomic places it has, know all the information in this article:
Las Terrazas is an exceptional destination for lovers of outdoor activities. Its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes offer a variety of unforgettable experiences. Without a doubt, a visit to Las Terrazas will be an enriching adventure that will leave you with lasting memories. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this outdoor paradise on your next trip to Cuba!
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