Cuba - The New Tortuga Yacht, The JA4

Jardines de la Reina

Jardines de la Reina, Spanish for Gardens of the Queen, is a vast, protected marine park that is larger than the Florida Keys. The JA4, released in 2020, is a 180-foot vessel that stays moored in Jardines de la Reina. The new yacht has replaced the former and beloved Tortuga that many anglers and divers returned to year after year.
The new JA4 features 20 cabins with private bathroom, a spacious lounge, a modern dining room, and a sun deck to enjoy every aspect of the Gardens of the Queen. The Liveaboard hosts a maximum of 22 anglers per week, and up to 40 guests. The Liveaboard also accomodates divers. Jardines de la Reina (JDR) and is ideal for fly anglers who desire to fish from dawn till dusk, about 5:00 p.m.

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Lounge area

The Lounge

The new JA4 is the perfect base of operations for your week of fly fishing, diving, eco-adventuring, and experiencing the pristine nature of Jardines de la Reina.
Communications:  Wi-Fi is not 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 NOT allowed in Cuba and will be confiscated at the airport upon arrival.

Dining Room

The Dining Area

Meals:  Western and regional dishes and vegetarian options. Snacks are available all day.
Open Bar:  An open bar is included in the package and includes beer, wine, rum, soft drinks, and water.

Air-Conditioned Bedrooms

Bedroom

Each room includes personalized air conditioning and heating controls, a small TV, and ample storage space.

Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Private bathroom with the necessities—shower, toilet, sink, and mirror.

Main Deck and Lower Deck Floorplan

Lower Deck

Sun Deck and Upper Deck Floorplan

Upper Deck
Sun Deck

Floorplan of The JA4

The helm deck includes four suites (an upgrade to the standard package) with balconies as well as a delightful jacuzzi and sun deck to enjoy the incredible views. The upper deck includes eight double rooms with private bathrooms as well as a lovely dining area and rear patio. The main deck includes another eight double rooms, a comfortable lounge area with large couches, and areas to relax. This is the main entrance area to the yacht and features a massive rear deck and platform to keep all of your gear organized and access easy. The lower deck is where the crew resides along with the engine room powering this incredible vessel.

Boat Features:

2 Caterpillar 3512 total 3600 HP
3 Genset John Deere
2 SK WaterMaker
4 Nuvair dive compressors 2 Air / 2 Nitrox
Next generation Northern Lights Chiller AC individually controlled
Large AC lounge
Large open-air areas
Top open air bar with 2 Hot Tubs
Huge dive deck and camera tables
Up to 20 people crew
Laundry Service
Daily housekeeping
Audio and video entertainment
TV and AC in cabins
Indoor Saloon
Warm Water Showers
220v in bar and restaurant
USB in bar, restaurant, rooms

Fishing:

DIN Adapters
Nitrox available
Rinse hosts
Fishing deck
Tenders for fishing
Boat Navigation
Communication and Safety Features:

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm and Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder Bilge pump alarm
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid

Tarpon fishing Jardines de la Reina

Typical Fishing Day:
7:00 a.m. Wake-Up call
7:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. Your guides are ready to depart for fishing.
Morning winds often calm down in the afternoon, and fishing in the late afternoon can be superb, especially for bonefish.
Midday:  You’ll enjoy a packed lunch.
You are guided for 7 to 9-hours each day.
5:00 p.m. About dusk, you'll return to the liveboard.
5:30 p.m. Enjoy appetizers.
7:30 p.m. Dinner.
Note:  Schedule can be changed according to your preferences and your guide's suggestions.

Tarpon fishing Jardines de la Reina

Getting to the Liveaboard:

U.S. Citizens traveling to Jardines de la Reina MUST fly in and out of CAMAGUEY airport in 2025. There is one flight per day from Miami to Camaguey. The one-way group transfer from Camaguey to Jucaro is $50.00 per person.
Arrival Day:  Upon arrival at Jucaro Port, you will board The JA4 and begin your fishing week in the Jardines de la Reina.
Departure Day:  On the final day of your trip, you’ll return to The JA4 around 2:00 p.m. The yacht will return to Jucaro Port, where you will overnight on the liveaboard.
Early the next morning, you will return to Camaguey for your departing flights.


2025 USD Rates:

Saturday to Saturday.
7-nights and 5.75-days guided fishing
Low Season: Jan. 4 - Feb. 15 and July 12 - Dec. 27, 2025:
Two anglers per room and boat $5,990.00 per person
One-angler per skiff $7,800.00 per week
Upgrade to one angler per cabin Add $1,000.00 per week.
High Season:
Feb. 15 - March 15 and June 14 - July 12, 2025:
Two anglers per skiff and cabin: $7,490.00 per person
One-angler per skiff $11,390.00 per week
Upgrade to one angler per cabin Add $1,000.00 per week.
Peak Season:  March 15 - June 14, 2025:
Two anglers per skiff and cabin: $8,990.00 per person
One-angler per skiff $12,890.00 per week
Upgrade to one angler per cabin Add $1,000.00 per week.

Request a Cuba JA4
Information Packet.  

The Packages Include:

• Airport reception in Camaguey
• 7-nights on the JA4
• All meals on the JA4
• Open bar with beer, wine, rum, soft drinks, and water
• 5.75 days guided fishing
• A Cuban fishing license
• Inscription Fee.

The Packages Do Not Include:

• Airfare
• Taxi from the airport to the hotel
• Hotel nights and meals in Camaguey
• Ground transfer from Camaguey to the Port of Jucaro
• Cuban tourist visa, approx. $85
• Optional fly rod and reel rental $350
• Optional diving equipment rental $250 p.p.
• Gratuities to guides and staff
• Personal expenses
• Global Rescue
• Travel Insurance
• Conservation Fee $300 p.p.
• Anything not mentioned under inclusions.

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