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Eco-friendly Parks, Resorts & Organizations
Sierra Del Rosario Biosphere Reserve
Sierra del Rosario
Pinar do Rio 20100, Cuba
Learn More
1. http://www.birdlife.org/datazone/sitefactsheet.php?id=19814
2. http://www.unesco.org/mabdb/br/brdir/directory/biores.asp?code=CUB+01&mode=all
Sierra del Rosario
Pinar do Rio 20100, Cuba
Learn More
1. http://www.birdlife.org/datazone/sitefactsheet.php?id=19814
2. http://www.unesco.org/mabdb/br/brdir/directory/biores.asp?code=CUB+01&mode=all
Guanahacabibes National Park
Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes
St.Bran's Burg, Cuba
Learn More
1. http://www.cubatravelinfo.com/natural-attractions-in-cuba/guanahacabibes-peninsula.html
2. http://www.cubatoday.com/provinces/pinar-del-rio/guanahacabibes-peninsula/
Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes
St.Bran's Burg, Cuba
Learn More
1. http://www.cubatravelinfo.com/natural-attractions-in-cuba/guanahacabibes-peninsula.html
2. http://www.cubatoday.com/provinces/pinar-del-rio/guanahacabibes-peninsula/
Punta Frances Marine National Park
Isla de la Juventud
Archipiegalo de los Canarreos. Cuba
Website
http://www.cubatechtravel.com/destination/extrahotel/2307/punta-frances-national-marine-park
Learn more about fishery sustainability in the area
http://whitleyaward.org/winners/national-marine-park-cuba/
Isla de la Juventud
Archipiegalo de los Canarreos. Cuba
Website
http://www.cubatechtravel.com/destination/extrahotel/2307/punta-frances-national-marine-park
Learn more about fishery sustainability in the area
http://whitleyaward.org/winners/national-marine-park-cuba/
Cuevas del Indio Caves
Cuevas del Indio
Valley Vinales, Cuba
Website
http://www.cubatechtravel.com/destination/extrahotel/158/cueva-del-indio
http://www.venezuelatuya.com/caracas/cuevasdelindioeng.htm
Cuevas del Indio
Valley Vinales, Cuba
Website
http://www.cubatechtravel.com/destination/extrahotel/158/cueva-del-indio
http://www.venezuelatuya.com/caracas/cuevasdelindioeng.htm
Villa Cabo San Antonio Wooden Lodge
The lodge includes a ecological excursion program and eco-friendly ammenities.
Villa Cabo de San Antonio stands on the northwest corner of the Guanahacabibes Peninsula, just 3 km from the bedrock from which rises the Roncali lighthouse.
Telephone Toll Free 888.361.9555
Website
http://www.cubaism.com/en/hotels/view/villa-cabo-san-antonio/411
http://www.netssa.com/villa_cabo_de_san_antonio_cuba.html
The lodge includes a ecological excursion program and eco-friendly ammenities.
Villa Cabo de San Antonio stands on the northwest corner of the Guanahacabibes Peninsula, just 3 km from the bedrock from which rises the Roncali lighthouse.
Telephone Toll Free 888.361.9555
Website
http://www.cubaism.com/en/hotels/view/villa-cabo-san-antonio/411
http://www.netssa.com/villa_cabo_de_san_antonio_cuba.html
La Moka Ecolodge
Part of La Moka's electricity comes from solar panels, and some of the food served is grown in hydroponic, organic gardens. The lodge belongs to the Center of Investigations and Environmental Services of the county pinareña. That station develops studies and inspection of the biodiversity and its environment in the territory.
Km 51 Autopista a Pinar del Rio, Comunidad Las Terrazas,
Las Terrazas PR, Cuba
Telephone (53) (048) 578555 ext 221 / 578700
E-mail [email protected]
Website http://www.lasterrazas.cu/contactenos.html
http://www.hotelmoka.org/
Part of La Moka's electricity comes from solar panels, and some of the food served is grown in hydroponic, organic gardens. The lodge belongs to the Center of Investigations and Environmental Services of the county pinareña. That station develops studies and inspection of the biodiversity and its environment in the territory.
Km 51 Autopista a Pinar del Rio, Comunidad Las Terrazas,
Las Terrazas PR, Cuba
Telephone (53) (048) 578555 ext 221 / 578700
E-mail [email protected]
Website http://www.lasterrazas.cu/contactenos.html
http://www.hotelmoka.org/
Hotel El Colony
El Colony diving zone is located within the limits of this Punta Frances Marine National Park, comprising 6 km. (4 miles) of coast, between Punta Pedernales and Punta Frances, this zone is very well protected with a remarkable environmental stability, thus having an exuberant reef development.
Carr De La Siguanea, KM 41,
Isla de la Juventud, Cuba
Telephone: 535. 264.9555
Website http://www.hotelelcolony.com/en/main-attractions.html
El Colony diving zone is located within the limits of this Punta Frances Marine National Park, comprising 6 km. (4 miles) of coast, between Punta Pedernales and Punta Frances, this zone is very well protected with a remarkable environmental stability, thus having an exuberant reef development.
Carr De La Siguanea, KM 41,
Isla de la Juventud, Cuba
Telephone: 535. 264.9555
Website http://www.hotelelcolony.com/en/main-attractions.html
Villa María La Gorda
Although María la Gorda is glorified by divers, it is also a magnificent option for eco-tourism.
Maria la Gorda has 55 comfortable cabins, some of them directly at the beach, others landward surrounded by varied vegetation.
Península de Guanahacabibes
Sandino, Pinar del Rio
Telephone 48 77-8131, 48/77-8077
Website http://www.hotelmarialagorda-cuba.com/
Although María la Gorda is glorified by divers, it is also a magnificent option for eco-tourism.
Maria la Gorda has 55 comfortable cabins, some of them directly at the beach, others landward surrounded by varied vegetation.
Península de Guanahacabibes
Sandino, Pinar del Rio
Telephone 48 77-8131, 48/77-8077
Website http://www.hotelmarialagorda-cuba.com/
Western Cuba Trek
Explore Cuba's magnificent nature by hiking to the top of Pan de Guajaibon (the highest peak in Western Cuba) and walking beauteous trail reserves!
Website
http://www.cubaniatravel.com/tours/trekking/upcoming-trekking-tours/western-cuba-trek/
Explore Cuba's magnificent nature by hiking to the top of Pan de Guajaibon (the highest peak in Western Cuba) and walking beauteous trail reserves!
Website
http://www.cubaniatravel.com/tours/trekking/upcoming-trekking-tours/western-cuba-trek/
Volunteer in Western Cuba
Would you like to contribute to Cuban conservation? Check out the different opportunities and join a conservation team in Western Cuba! Make an impact!
Website
Would you like to contribute to Cuban conservation? Check out the different opportunities and join a conservation team in Western Cuba! Make an impact!
Website
- http://govoluntouring.com/bat-conservation-cuba#ad-image-0
- http://www.gooverseas.com/volunteer-abroad/cuba
- http://www.oneworld365.org/travel/cuba/volunteer-in-cuba
- http://www.globeaware.org/cuba-program
- http://www.realcubaonline.com/volunteering-in-cuba/
The Cuban Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment
The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment (CITMA), is the Cuban institution aimed to lead, execute and control the State and Government policy concerning to science, technology and environment, nuclear energy usage, providing coherent integration of them all in the development of the country.
Address Calle M No.260 entre 21 y 19, Vedado, Plaza de la Revolución.
Telephone 537.835.5566 ex. 71 | Fax 537.832.1334
E-mail [email protected]
Website http://mipais.cuba.cu/cat_en.php?idcat=81&idpadre=6&nivel=2
The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment (CITMA), is the Cuban institution aimed to lead, execute and control the State and Government policy concerning to science, technology and environment, nuclear energy usage, providing coherent integration of them all in the development of the country.
Address Calle M No.260 entre 21 y 19, Vedado, Plaza de la Revolución.
Telephone 537.835.5566 ex. 71 | Fax 537.832.1334
E-mail [email protected]
Website http://mipais.cuba.cu/cat_en.php?idcat=81&idpadre=6&nivel=2
Institute of Animal Science
Institute of Animal Science: dedicated to research related to food choices, management and animal genetics to Cuba and tropical area. Bringing this great strides in the areas of veterinary and agriculture in the country. Generate, develop and transfer best and most cost effective technologies in the field.
Address
Instituto de Ciencia Animal,
Carretera Central Km 47 ½, A. Postal 24,
San José de las Lajas, CP: 32700, Mayabeque, Cuba
E-mail [email protected]
Website 1. http://www.ciencia-animal.org/
2. http://www.ica.inf.cu, http://www.ecured.cu/index.php/Instituto_de_Ciencia_Animal
Institute of Animal Science: dedicated to research related to food choices, management and animal genetics to Cuba and tropical area. Bringing this great strides in the areas of veterinary and agriculture in the country. Generate, develop and transfer best and most cost effective technologies in the field.
Address
Instituto de Ciencia Animal,
Carretera Central Km 47 ½, A. Postal 24,
San José de las Lajas, CP: 32700, Mayabeque, Cuba
E-mail [email protected]
Website 1. http://www.ciencia-animal.org/
2. http://www.ica.inf.cu, http://www.ecured.cu/index.php/Instituto_de_Ciencia_Animal
Marine Bioproducts Center
Conduct research and sustainable yields from marine organisms in terms of developing new products and industrial biomedical application and marketing services in order to provide solutions to social, economic and environmental.
Address Loma y 37. Alturas del Vedado. Plaza. Ciudad Habana.
Telephone 537.881.1298
E-mail [email protected], [email protected]
Website www.medioambiente.cu/cebimar/Principal.html
Conduct research and sustainable yields from marine organisms in terms of developing new products and industrial biomedical application and marketing services in order to provide solutions to social, economic and environmental.
Address Loma y 37. Alturas del Vedado. Plaza. Ciudad Habana.
Telephone 537.881.1298
E-mail [email protected], [email protected]
Website www.medioambiente.cu/cebimar/Principal.html
Smithsonian National Zoological Park: Reptile Discovery Park
The Cuban crocodile is currently in the critically endangered category due to habitat changes, hunting, and competition with introduced alligators(caimans). The Crocodiles' habitat may be dwindling away, but researchers and wildlife conservationists are determined to help this species survive. Techniques such a breeding programs in the United States zoos have been successful.
Learn more
The Cuban crocodile is currently in the critically endangered category due to habitat changes, hunting, and competition with introduced alligators(caimans). The Crocodiles' habitat may be dwindling away, but researchers and wildlife conservationists are determined to help this species survive. Techniques such a breeding programs in the United States zoos have been successful.
Learn more