Cuban authorities have announced the discovery of a two-seater kayak left at the entrance of Moa Port in Holguín province, with a 30-day window for its owner to come forward and claim it.
The announcement from the Moa Port Captaincy was shared by the Border Guard Troops of the Ministry of the Interior (MININT), nearly three months after the vessel was initially found on January 9, 2026.
According to the official report, the kayak is a two-seater with a blue plastic hull, measuring 4.02 meters in length, 1 meter in width, and 0.30 meters in depth. Notably, it bears the name "TRIBE" inscribed on its portside fin.
Individuals or entities with legal rights to the discovered property are advised to visit the Moa Port Captaincy, located on Puerto Road S/N in Moa municipality, Holguín province, within a 30-day period starting from the announcement's publication.
The deadline for claims is approximately May 7, 2026. Claimants must present documentation proving legal ownership or possession of the kayak.
The MININT specified that if no claims are made within the specified timeframe, the Cuban government will proceed with the kayak's confiscation.
Abandoned vessels along Cuban coasts and ports are frequently reported by the Border Guard Troops, often linked to illegal maritime migration attempts where vessels are left behind after at-sea transfers or upon reaching their destination.
Moa has a history of similar discoveries. In January 2022, another boat was secured by the same Moa Port Captaincy, found ten miles east of Yagrumaje port.
In December 2025, a fast boat with a 175-horsepower Yamaha engine was discovered at Cayo Cruz, Camagüey, and in April 2025, two abandoned vessels were found on the shores of Matanzas.
The kayak found in Moa, with its modest length of 4.02 meters, is not intended for open sea voyages, supporting the hypothesis that it was used in an illegal migration attempt or abandoned post-transfer to another vessel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Abandoned Vessels in Cuba
What happens if no one claims the abandoned kayak in Moa?
If no one comes forward to claim the kayak within the 30-day period, the Cuban government will confiscate it.
Why are abandoned vessels frequently found in Cuba?
Abandoned vessels are commonly linked to illegal migration attempts, where individuals leave the boats after transferring at sea or upon reaching their intended destination.