Cuba - Jardines Avalon Fleet-I (The JAF1)

Isla de Juventad - Avalon

Back in 2010, the Jardines Avalon Fleet-I became Avalon's first brand new yacht built from scratch. 130-feet in length, she is beautiful and comfortable with eight staterooms. The JAF1 resides in the Jardines de la Reina marine park during the low season and in Isla de Juventud marine park for peak season - March through July.

Lounge area

The liveaboard hosts up to 10 anglers, with an overall capacity of 16 passengers and eight crew members. They suggest between 8 and 10 anglers for optimum comfort. The design and interior decor give the yacht a touch of intimacy, refinement, a sense of warmth, and simplicity. The boat has the perfect balance of substantial exploration capabilities and a unique and noble style.

Boats and Guides

Dolphin 16' Super Skiffs teamed with Yamaha 70-HP motors. Jardines de la Reina (JDR) offers more fishing hours than any Avalon destination and is ideal for fly anglers who desire to fish from dawn until dusk, about 5:00 p.m.

Three cabins with queen-size beds

On The JAF1, there are eight cabins, with seven private bathrooms. Three of the cabins have queen-size beds, and five cabins have two twin-size beds.

Five Cabins with two twin-size beds

Each cabin has air conditioning and heat controls, electricity plugs, (220 volts and 110 volts), drawers for storage, and panoramic windows for views of the Caribbean.
Communications: There is no Wi-Fi available on the liveaboard. You’ll need to check with your cell service provider before your trip to see if your U.S. cell phone will work in Cuba. Satellite phones are strictly prohibited in Cuba and will be confiscated at the airport on arrival.

Dining Area

Meals and Alcohol

Meals: Cuisine is simple yet gourmet. Salads with fresh vegetables and a variety of fruits are available. Fresh sashimi is offered nightly. Dinners feature delicious fresh fish, pork, or chicken entrees.
Alcohol: There is a mandatory upfront fee of $200.00 per person for the open bar. The open bar fee includes beer, wine, liquor, and sodas. Self-serve beer and wine are available around the clock. Liquor is available throughout the day until the staff retires to their rooms for the evening.

The JAF1 Floorplan

Upper Boat Deck

On the upper deck, there is a spacious and comfortable lounge, dining room, and bar area (combination). In this casual setting, you'll do most of your dining and socializing. DVDs and music are also available.

Getting to the Liveaboard:

You’ll fly to the Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) in Havana, Cuba. An Avalon representative will greet you at the airport and help you arrange for a taxi to take you to the hotel of your choice. The next morning, as early as 6:00 a.m. you'll take a private shuttle to the Port of Júcaro, about a three-hour drive. (The hotel night, meals in Havana, and the ground transfers from Havana to the Port of Júcaro are not included in the package. The ground transfers run approx. $200.00 round-trip.)

For More about the FISHING...

Visit JARDINES DE LA REINA'S Main Page

2021 USD Rates:

7-nights on The JAF1
and 5½-days guided fishing
Saturday to Saturday
Full yacht rate: includes 10 suites for 10 anglers (8 Single + 2 Double Rooms) with 5 skiffs and guides.
Half yacht rate: includes 5 suites for up to 5 anglers (4 Single and + 1 Double room) with 3 Skiffs and guides.

Jardines de la Reina
Low Season:
January 2 - Feb. 20 and
Aug. 14, 2021 - Feb. 19, 2022:
Full Yacht rate:
$39,900.00 per person
Half Yacht rate:
$19,950.00 per person

Isla de Juventad Low Season:
March 6-27, 2021 and
July 3 - August 7, 2021
$4,800.00 per person
Isla de Juventad High Season:
March 27 - July 3, 2021
Full Yacht rate:
$75,900.00 per group

2022 USD Rates:

Jardines de la Reina
Low Season:
January 1 - Feb. 19
and July 16 - Dec. 31, 2022:
Full Yacht rate:
$39,900.00 per group

Packages Include:

Reception at airport, 7-nights on yacht/liveaboard (full board basis—which means that breakfast, lunch, and evening meals are included in the package), guided fishing (two anglers per skiff), fishing licenses, and fuel charge.

Packages Do Not Include:

Airfare, hotel and meals in Havana, roundtrip ground transfer between Havana and the Port of Júcaro ($200.00 p.p.), Cuban tourist visa (up to $85.00), mandatory open bar fee of $200.00 per person per week, the Marine Park Conservation Fee $100.00, optional rental of fly rod and reel $350.00 per week, gratuities, personal expenses, Global Rescue, IMG Signature Travel, and anything not mentioned under inclusions.

Avalon's Deposit Policy

Avalon Booking Policies:

On Booking, please send passport number, Date of Birth, Nationality and Full Name (as in passport), you must complete your pre trip information with your flight details (arrival/departure flights to Cuba, we need airline, flight number, date and time) within 180 days before your trip. Avalon can’t be responsible for hotel or itinerary changes when pre trip information is completed after those dates.
- For trips confirmed with over 18 months of arrival date, a 5% deposit of the total amount due is requested.
- 18 months before arrival date, a 10% deposit of the total amount is due.
- 12 months before arrival date, 30% deposit of the total amount is due.
- 6 months before arrival date, 70% of the total amount has to be paid.
- Balance payment is due 3 months (90 days) prior to arrival.
6 months prior to your arrival date, you will have the chance to confirm only half yacht or to book half group (on land base accommodation), more anglers can always be added further on if space will remain available.
Avalon will be in charge to sell the unsold part of the yacht if necessary to help completing the group.

Deposit Policy:

Deposits are refundable (minus a US $800.00 PER PERSON handling fee until 180 days prior to the start of your trip). Within 180 days of your trip, your deposit is non-refundable. No refunds are available for unused portions of packages. Full payment is due 90 days prior to arrival. In the lodge, credit card payments cannot be accepted for anything. All programs and execution of them remain subject to weather and other unforeseen circumstances. Claims for refunds will not be accepted.

Cancellation Policy: **IMPORTANT: Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended and "cancel for any reason" insurance is very important to consider in the case of unforeseen events preventing you from traveling. If you cancel within 180 days of your trip this will be your only possible form of reimbursement.
If you would like trip cancellation coverage for reasons not included in standard travel insurance policies, please inquire with your travel representative about the No Risk Policy** The refund policy is not applicable to rescheduled or rebooked trips. Therefore, once a trip has been rescheduled or rebooked it is ineligible for a monetary refund of any kind and claims for refunds will not be accepted.
Fishing with Larry strongly recommends purchasing trip insurance.
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Avalon Disclaimer: Avalon, Cuban fishing centers, its subsidiaries, management, staff, personnel, any of its affiliated or associated companies, agents, sub-agents, subcontractors, or anyone, either directly or indirectly, involved in the organization or execution of the programs or services will not become liable or responsible in any way in connection with accommodation, lodge, restaurant, transfer and expedition services, information supplied, or for any loss, injury or damage to or in respect to any person or property how so ever caused or arising. Prices mentioned are based on present exchange rates and tariffs and remain subject to change.

*Cuban Laws are against any kind of drugs, and the use is absolutely forbidden in any place. Trying to enter the Cuban Country with drugs is considered a severe crime. Avalon Fishing and Diving Center is against any kind of drugs.

Optional Equipment Rentals:

A rod and reel rental, including lines, is $350.00 per person per week.
Diving equipment rentals are $250.00 for a full set of diving gear per week.
Rentals require 60-days’ notice before your trip.

Request a Jardines de la Reina - The JAF1 Information Packet