María la Gorda
You are here for our cycling tours in Cuba, but lets dig deeper
On the far western tip of Cuba is the small town of Maria la Gorda. While Maria la Gorda might not have a lot of infrastructure or big tourist attractions, it still gets plenty of visitors throughout the year. That’s because Maria la Gorda is one of the top diving destinations in the Caribbean. If you’re a scuba diver, then make your way to the area for guided trips out to sea. The underwater marine life is rich, and regular trips depart from the marina. Many visitors opt for an inclusive package that combines accommodation, dining and diving in one price. Snorkeling trips are also popular, though less common than diving excursions.
Places to keep in mind
You are here to ride your bicycle, and though there is plenty of that, here are some interesting spots. Many you will visit with us but maybe some are worth you taking your time while you are here.
María la Gorda is just diving resort. The place is beautiful so instead of a list of places to go, here are some of the things you can do while here:
- Scuba Diving
- Bird watching
- Hiking
- Caves
- Explore the Coastline
- Fishing
- Sailing
Brief History
The story goes that Maria La Gorda was an aboriginal Venezuelan woman who was abducted by pirates and left marooned on the far reaches of the island of Cuba when they had had enough of her. The party line is that, to make the best of her situation, she ran an inn to accommodate travelers, but reading between the lines, it is more likely that she was forced by her circumstances into prostitution. Whatever her lot in life may have been, she was apparently a very large and memorable lady, hence the naming of Maria La Gorda (Fat Mary).