Dive in Cuba’s pristine waters with silky, reef, hammerhead, blacktip, lemon and nurse sharks, Goliath grouper and an abundance of fish and macro-critters. Find healthy coral reefs without traveling half-way around the world. Even snorkel with crocodiles.
Trips include accommodations, diving, tanks and weight belts, educational workshops, meals, snacks, beverages and eco adventures.
Book by April 30, 2026
Subject to end and withdrawal at any time without notice.
Legal travel to Cuba
For U.S. Citizens and permanent residents, leisure travel and tourism activities still remains illegal. Visiting Cuba for those under U.S. jurisdiction is restricted to one of 12 categories enforced by the Department of Treasury. We work with a combination of foundations and marine researchers to provide full-time programs that comply with the State department’s general “People to People” educational travel license for your Gardens itinerary and for any additional add-on’s. Part of meeting these stipulations means that each traveler must have a full-time schedule of educational exchange activities that will result in meaningful interaction between the travelers and individuals in Cuba. We have travel specialists on staff that have personal experiences diving JDR, visiting Havana and beyond under these requirements. Please contact us for information and to tailor your Cuba educational and/or sustainable visit. For citizens of all other countries not subject to U.S. jurisdiction, there are no specific restrictions as far as travel to Cuba and leisure travel is permitted.
Avalon cruises fall under the humanitarian and environmental projects general license category.
Marine biologists working with Avalon will be teaching and collaborating with the guests about marine conservation and the Gardens of the Queen’s unique ecosystem. Guests will be immersed in participatory environmental projects perfectly integrated into their diving program, supporting the long-term sustainable conservation initiatives. All guests are granted a certificate of participation and completion of this humanitarian and environmental project along with a full itinerary of activities that will certify them as legal under US and Cuban regulations.
Booking terms and conditions:
- Valid for travel Nov. 30, 2026 – Feb. 22, 2027 on 5-night sailings
- Blackout dates may apply
- New bookings only
- Book by April 30, 2026
- Rate reflects discount applied
