There has not been a complete cruising guide to Cuba since 1996 when Nigel Calder wrote his.

Published 11 years ago, updated 6 years ago

A Cruising Guide to CUBA

By Amaia Agirre and  Frank Virgintino

1st Edition 2013

Available as a pdf download from www.freecruisingguides.com

It is expected that a kindle version will be available in a few weeks.

This very comprehensive new guide to Cuba is a must-read for anyone planning to visit the island. It is obvious that a lot of work has been put into producing it, and for it to be made available to others at no cost is very commendable.

The first quarter of the book is devoted to a detailed description of the island’s history, culture and the significance of its position in the Caribbean and the major weather patterns affecting it. It also covers formalities and regulations for cruising yachts and their crew.

The guide then moves on to cover the individual areas around the coast. It includes detailed descriptions of each port or anchorage it is possible to visit, together with information on the attractions ashore as well as the more mundane, yet vital, services information (water, provisions etc.).

The whole guide is lavishly illustrated throughout with great color photos, charts, and satellite images.

Highly recommended.

I for one would never wish to visit Cuba without first having read this guide and then having it constantly to hand when cruising there. It is, in my opinion, the most complete and up to date guide available and wonderfully presented.

Val Ellis – Noonsite