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The Zapata Swamp Biosphere is considered to be one of the most important nature reserves in Cuba as well as in the Caribbean for its diversity and wealth of flora and fauna. This area is one of the most spectacular places in Cuba and is distinguished by its natural attractions and beautiful landscapes.
The Biosphere lies in Zapata Peninsula, the largest and least populated municipality on the island, and can be found on the southern coast of Cuba in the Province of Matanzas, about 100 kms directly south of Varadero. It has the most important wetlands in Cuba and one of the best preserved and largest in the Caribbean.
The municipality, surrounding the Bay of Pigs, has become a great spot for tourism with leisure activities related to nature, eco-tourism and adventure. Guides are available to show the best places to see the exotic flora and fauna.
This natural paradise was declared by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve in 2000 and a Ramsar Site in 2001 at the Convention of Wetlands of International Importance. The area is flat with unique landscapes like the Treasure Lagoon, one of the largest fresh water natural reservoirs in the country, with an area of 900 hectares and 4 metres in depth.
Other important sites are the Hatiguanico and Hanábana River basins and Playa Larga and Playa Girón. There you can find the most important drainage system in Cuba as well as
The Zapata Swamp Biosphere is considered to be one of the most important nature reserves in Cuba as well as in the Caribbean for its diversity and wealth of flora and fauna. This area is one of the most spectacular places in Cuba and is distinguished by its natural attractions and beautiful landscapes.
the Province of Matanzas, about 100 kms directly south of Varadero. It has the most important wetlands in Cuba and one of the best preserved and largest in the Caribbean. 
International Importance. The area is flat with unique landscapes like the Treasure Lagoon, one of the largest fresh water natural reservoirs in the country, with an area of 900 hectares and 4 metres in depth. 
