Playa Ancón, Beach in Sancti Spíritus Province, Cuba
Playa Ancón is a white sand beach on the Ancón Peninsula along Cuba's south coast, in Sancti Spíritus Province, a short ride from the colonial city of Trinidad. The beach is long and narrow, with shallow, clear water, coral reefs visible near the shore, and scattered shipwrecks on the seabed.
The beach and the Ancón Peninsula were gradually developed for tourism during the 20th century, starting with simple lodging near the fishing village of La Boca. The hotels standing today mostly date from after the Cuban Revolution, when the state began promoting beach tourism in this part of the island.
People from Trinidad come here regularly to spend time by the water, and the mood on the beach is relaxed and everyday. At one end of the shore, you can watch fishing boats come in with their catch, and sometimes buy fresh fish directly from the fishermen.
The beach is reachable from Trinidad by taxi, bus, or bicycle, with a bike ride taking roughly 45 minutes. Early morning and at dusk, beach fleas can be active, so bringing insect repellent for those times is a good idea.
Near the beach sits a small island called Cayo Blanco, reachable by boat in roughly 45 minutes, known for its coral reefs where green turtles are sometimes spotted. The rocky headland at one end of the peninsula offers a wide view back toward Trinidad and the hills behind, a vantage point many visitors walk past without stopping.
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