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Cuba through the lens

An exclusive tour designed for photographers and photo lovers..

If there is a magic island, it’s Cuba

Christopher Columbus defined it: "The goodliest land that eye ever saw, the sweetest thing in the world."

But do not dwell on this historic quote, come to discover your own Cuba, set your sails with us discovering the most precious treasure of the Carribean.

Meet a great cuban documentarist and photographer The purpose of this trip is visiting Cuba with the detailed eye of an artist.

Beyond the iconic places, you will have the opportunity to meet a great cuban documentary maker and photographer who had the privilege of accompanying Fidel for almost three centuries, saving a big witness about one of the greatest man not only of this country, but also of the Latin America and the world.

Mentioning his words "you can share or not his ideas, be his follower or opponent, be in his favour or against him, but you can not remain indifferent in front of his greatness".

Roberto Chile

Filmmaker & photographer

I’m glad that people like you come to visit us,looking for and bringing love. Once here, we will share knowledge, experiences, ideas and dreams. We will take a tour together in Havana to learn about and photograph its sea, sky, streets, houses and people.

I will open the doors not only of my home, but also of my heart.

Hasta pronto!

Read Biography

I was born in Havana in 1954, I’m a telecomunication engineer but I chose audiovisual production and photography.

As a documentary director, cameran and photographer, I led a huge number of documentaries about Cuba's society and Culture, including Fidel Castro's government. My most famous documentaries are: Desafío; En las laderas del Himalaya; Sencillamente KORDA; Elogio de la virtud; Chávez y Fidel hasta siempre; Soy Tata Nganga; Esencias, La Colmenita en Estados Unidos; Sacha, un niño de Chernobyl and miniseries "Alas con Puntas"

As a director, producer, photographic director and cameraman, I joint various audiovisual productions with prestigious directors and important tv broadcast producers belonging to both public and private sector.

As a photographer, my greatest individual projects are: Afrodescendientes, Guabanacoa-Cuba; Fidel es Fidel, somos y done anida la poesìa. My photos were exposed in Cuba, United States, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Gran Canaria, Mexico, Argentina and other more, published in books, magazines and advertising billboards in and out of Cuba.

International photographer

I love Cuba and photography so much and I decided to merge my two great loves in order to drive other photographers through a special experience where we will reach the heart of an unique culture in the world and the marvelous colours of the beautiful land which hosts it.

Professional photographer since 1999, I’m specialized in outdoor sports photography.

I have been the official photographer of international events like world’ sailing championship star class and of the International Polo Cup in Livigno, I have been working for years taking photos of the connection between sports, animals and nature.

My photos were pubblished on national and international magazines including Corriere della Sera, Quotidiano Nazionale, Elle and Vogue.

For years, outside of work, I have been developing my passion about street photography.

I have been visiting Cuba assiduously since 2007, I spent in the island at least 2 of the last 15 years and I deeply know a lot of aspects which are not “turistic”

I speak fluently English and Spanish languages.

I reached 1974 meters of Pico Turquino, the highest mountain in Cuba and I admired the coral reef from 25 metres of depth at Playa Santa Lucia.

We will start with a rewarding visit in Havana through its ancient and modern streets, characterized by cultural and religous values, which stayed intact over the years and the different historical periods. In fact, Ernest Hemingway said that the only ones that could beat it in terms of beauty were Venice and Paris.

We will go on with Vinales , where you will be enchanted by its incomparrable beauty. Thanks to the presence of the Mogotes, which only exist in few places in the world, they look like sentinels who protect the majesty of the valley. Beyond its natural power that emanates, you will have the opportunity to admire an outdoor museum and take photos of the best tobacco plantations in the world .

We will continue our trip towards the biggest swamp of the Carribean , protected in many ways, especially by its status of “Reserve of Unesco’s biosphere and site of ramsar”, where you will enjoy nature in its purest form,a true eden for naturalists and birdlife photo lovers.

We will then reach the third city founded by spanish monarchy in cuba: Trinidad . With its title of “world craft city” it’s one of the better preserved colonial cities of America, an urban and architectural jewel of the continent. Walking through its streets will make you feel like being in a city that seems to have stopped in time, in the XVI century, with its cobbled roads, where expert weavers and seamstresses offer their works hard to be refused.

On the outskirts of city, the valley of the ingenios, world heritage, located between sea and mountains, a true archeological monument of cuban sugar industry .

Cuba through the lens Tour

In this trip we will take you behind the scens of Cuba's tourist veil and expose you to the inner city culture which the authentic Cuba represents.

Day By Day: Cuba through the lens Travel program

2023 Tour Prices From saturday 23 to monday 30 of october

• Included Not included

Not included: Return flight, other expenses and tips

Suggested list of equipment

Camera equipment.

Camera, lenses, batteries and charger.

The most common lenses for this type of photo tour are: zoom 24-70 mm, 24 mm , 28 mm, 35 mm , 50 mm, but we suggest to avifauna photography lovers to bring also a telephoto lens and a tripod or monopod for the sessions in Viñales and Cienaga de Zapata.

Memory cards, lens brush, cleaning cloth, extra camera battery, adapter for country destination.

Clothes and accessories

Sunglasses, sun protective hat, light trekking shoes, rain jacket and comfortable long pants.

Sun protection cream, mosquito repellent.

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The exclusive "Cuba through the lens" tour is guaranteed with a minumum of 2 participants and a maximum of 12.

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Connect with cuba on a personal level.

Custom Latin Travel is a full service travel agency that offers legal travel to US Citizens and Residents to Cuba. We partner with travel brands, agencies and operators that we admire and respect and who share our ethos of meaningful cultural exchange. Our unique Cuban-American team only offers Cuba as a destination, allowing us to fully focus on cultivating unforgettable travel experiences.

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How we work with travel providers

Cuban travel can be complicated. Requirements for American travel to Cuba change often, just as activities, rules and regulations for travelers in Cuba shift almost weekly. As an American-owned company in Cuba, we stay on top of all of those changes every day, working out the details, logistics and legalities of Cuban travel for travel agencies and providers like you. We can focus on these details so you can focus on selling an unforgettable cultural experience, secure in the knowledge that it will be unforgettable in all the right ways.

How we work with private groups

We work with families and private groups of travelers to create custom itineraries, complete with your very own guide and a full complement of arranged experiences around Cuba that best follow the regulations for American travelers to Cuba as set forth by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Our specialty is in connecting travelers with Cuban artists, craftspeople, musicians, dance teachers, entrepreneurs, professional chefs, home cooks, and community non-profits for true cultural exchange. For legal reasons, we don’t offer ‘beach & fruity drink vacations’, but there is much more to experience and see in Cuba than this.

TESTIMONIALS

“ Custom Latin Travel put together a fantastic custom group tour that included cultural events you would just not discover on your own. Flexibility was the order of the day, and Custom Latin Travel willingly adjusted the tour itinerary at times to meet requests from our group. We stayed at a great accommodation right in the heart of Old Havana, which allowed us to explore on our own in our free time. If you are contemplating a trip to Cuba, go now and have Custom Latin Travel plan your trip. ” John L. Chicago, Illinois

“ Custom Latin Travel organized a trip of a lifetime for me and my family. From the planning phase to our time on ground in Cuba, I was impressed with their operation, specifically their close connections on the ground. It's clear they have a strong connection to Cuba. They were quick to reply and answer questions and their team on the ground was so knowledgeable and flexible. We learned so much and would love to go back! ” Sarah W. Oakland, CA

“ Custom Latin Travel assisted in organizing a custom tour for me and my friends to Cuba. They were up to date on current regulations on American travel to Cuba, and prompt to reply to my many questions. I was recommended to them from a friend who had traveled with them prior, and I was very happy with our time. We learned so much about Cuba and had such an insightful and fun trip. I would recommend Custom Latin Travel to other travelers looking to explore Cuba. ” Kristin A. Seattle, WA

“ Joslin and her team at Custom Latin Travel completely took the hassle out of the Cuba travel experience. They are very organized, knowledgable, have solid relationships with the local guides, and have great connections with the local population. They make it seem as if there is no problem that is too difficult to solve, from dealing with medical emergencies, to going out of their way in their personal time to assist with an extra activity. ” Audrey R. Bronx, NY

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Curious to see what we can do? Check out some of our sample trips here . Check out our Cuba Info page for FAQs and travel tips.

Western cuba.

Home to Havana, the city frozen in time and bursting with culture. Don your helmet and headlamp to explore some of the largest caves in Latin America. Horseback near sprawling tobacco fields and talk with farmers. Ride a bike through verdant valleys and rural communities.

CENTRAL CUBA

A nature lover’s delight. Spectacular waterfalls and trails, immaculate keys excellent for snorkeling and swimming. Home to rich architectural heritage and many UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Trinidad and Cienfuegos.

EASTERN CUBA

Lesser visited than the west, the definition of “off-the-beaten path”. Santiago, the city that dances the night away. Fewer tourists mean more authentic and interactive travel experiences. Some of the most biologically diverse sites on Earth.

Don’t wait to visit Cuba! Ask us how you can plan your trip today [email protected]

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Our founder Joe Sandillo’s passion for Latin America began early, working toward fluency in both Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese in high school and college in Florida. Joe was bitten by the travel bug during undergraduate studies at the University of Florida, when he spent nearly a year living and studying in Brazil and traveling to Argentina and Paraguay. Read More…

At Exeter Latin America, we are passionate about Latin America and her myriad landscapes, cultures and cuisines, after years spent living and traveling throughout the region. Our goal is to translate our passion into unforgettable private journeys for you. And luckily for us, we happen to be working with some of the most awe-inspiring countries and locales anywhere in the world! Read More…

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