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Voykit pocket guide · Cuba

Moa

Skip Moa unless you need a rest stop on the Baracoa‑Holguín route; otherwise continue – 0.5 day, walk the town centre.

Moa is a small industrial town in eastern Cuba, known for nearby nickel mines and as a transit point between Baracoa and Holguín. There are very few sights, limited accommodation and a rough road, so a brief stop of half a day is enough, mainly for an overnight if your schedule forces it.

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Country
Cuba
Best months
check
Avoid
check
Stay
0.5 nights

Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.

Essentials

Currency
CUP
Money
Currency is the Cuban peso (CUP). There are three official rates: 24 and 120 CUP per US dollar for state accounting, and a managed "floating" rate launched in December 2025 (about 680 CUP per US$1 in late September 2026). The informal street rate tracked by elTOQUE was about 730 CUP per US$1 on 26 September 2026. Rates move weekly — check before you go (checked 2026-09).
Daily spend
Budget CUP30–50 excl. bed · Mid CUP50–80 excl. bed · High CUP80+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
SIM and data
ETECSA is the only operator; tourist SIMs and eSIMs are sold with passport at the airport and ETECSA offices (check eSIM).
Emergency
Police 106 · Ambulance 104 · Fire 105
Plugs
Types A, B, C, L · 110 V and 220 V · 60 Hz · Casas often have both; check before plugging in.
Tipping
Restaurants: 10% in cash.; Casa hosts, drivers, musicians: US$1–5.
Water
Do not drink tap water; bottled water can be scarce, so bring a filter bottle or tablets.
Toilets
Often without seats or paper; carry tissue and small coins for attendants.

What things cost

ItemPrice
Street food stall snackCUP5–10
Drink at Espigon barCUP10–15

Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.

Get in

By air

HOG · Frank País Airport (Holguín)
Main airport for eastern Cuba; about 2 h drive to Moa

Typical fares

Moa ↔ Baracoa bus
about CUP30 (~US$1.2) each way (check)
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Get around

Walking is the easiest way to see Moa; bici‑taxis and regular taxis are also available but not necessary for the small centre.

See and do

Known for

  • nickel mines
  • Soviet‑style concrete architecture

Day trips

WhereHowTime
BaracoaDaily bus from Moa (~3 h) or shared taxi; check scheduleAbout 3 h

Sleep

Miraflores (Islazul)
Only modest hotel in town, air‑con, basic bathroom, includes marginal breakfast; price ~US$32 low season, US$46 high season
Casas Particulare
Cheaper option near central round‑about, minimal facilities

Phrase card

EnglishSay or show
Excuse me / SorryDisculpedisˈkulpé
Thank youGraciasgraˈθjas
How much is it?¿Cuánto cuesta?kwán-to kwes-ta
Where is the bus stop?¿Dónde está la parada del autobús?donˈde esˈta la paˈɾaða del ˈautobus

Etiquette, safety and scams

Etiquette

  • Greeting: Handshake, or a cheek kiss among acquaintances; avoid: Rushing straight to business
  • Casas: Respect the family's routine and water use; avoid: Leaving air conditioning on in blackouts or low supply
  • Shortages: Share useful supplies if asked; avoid: Handing out gifts in the street
  • Politics: Let hosts lead; avoid: Pushing people to criticise the government

Scams and watch-outs

  • Road to Baracoa is unpaved and very potholed; bus rides can be uncomfortable.
  • Accommodation is limited and basic; expect simple facilities.

Moa is generally safe for daytime visits, but limited services and poor roads require caution, especially after dark.

One and two days

No timed day plan for Moa yet. Suggested stay: 0.5 nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.

  • nickel mines
  • Soviet‑style concrete architecture

Sources

Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.

Pocket card

Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.

Moa

A esta dirección, por favor

To this address, please

My hotel (write the name and address in the local script)

US consulate in Havana; other embassies in Havana.

Voykit · checked 2026-09

Printed from Voykit (/moa). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.