Cayo Jutías
A small island joined to the mainland by a causeway, with several kilometers of fine white sand, shallow turquoise water, mangroves and an old lighthouse. It is a classic beach day trip from Viñales.
Cayo Jutías lies about 65 km northwest of Viñales and is connected to the mainland by a causeway roughly 4 km long. The north shore has a white-sand beach about 3 km long, with clear shallow water suitable for snorkeling and kayaking. Further off stands an iron lighthouse built in 1902. The island is largely undeveloped, with just one simple restaurant and sun lounger rental, so bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent. Getting there: travel agencies and guesthouses in town can book round-trip shuttle buses (about 1.5 hours each way, returning in the afternoon), or you can hire a vintage car. A small fee is charged to enter the island.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Gran Caverna de Santo Tomás
- Mural de la Prehistoria
- Palenque de los Cimarrones
- Viñales Tobacco Farms
- Cueva de la Vaca Hike
- Cueva del Indio
- Viñales Valley
- Mirador Los Jazmines