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Nicaragua - Land of Lakes and Volcanoes

13 days
From Granada to Managua
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Granada

    Granada
    Start point
    Canal 2 de television 75 vrs abajo, Managua 12066, Nicaragua (Hotel Europeo, Hotel reception, 18:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel El Almirante)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Granada's central plaza
    • Visit the yellow cathedral
    • Dine at local restaurants or cafes
    Landmarks
    Granada Cathedral
  2. Day 2

    Granada - Nicaragua Libre Community

    Granada - Nicaragua Libre Community
    Meals
    Lunch (Homemade local lunch made with produce from the community)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel El Almirante)

    Included Activities

    • Walk around Nicaragua Libre community and meet residents
    • Chocolate workshop demonstration
    • Homemade local lunch with community-grown produce

    Optional Activities

    • Relax at the hotel
    • Continue exploring Granada
  3. Day 3

    Granada

    Granada
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel El Almirante)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Granada
    • Visit Merced Church with bell tower climb and panoramic views

    Optional Activities

    • San Francisco Church and Convent entry
    • Boat trip through Las Isletas on Lake Nicaragua with wildlife spotting and guide commentary on local history and bird species
    Landmarks
    San Francisco Church
    San Francisco Convent
    Merced Church
    Mombacho Volcano
    Lake Nicaragua
    Las Isletas
  4. Day 4

    Granada to Ometepe Island

    Granada to Ometepe Island
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Playa Venecia)

    Optional Activities

    • Relax and explore Ometepe Island
    Landmarks
    Ometepe Island
    Concepcion Volcano
    Maderas Volcano
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Isla de Ometepe

    Isla de Ometepe
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Playa Venecia)

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to viewpoint on Maderas Volcano
    • Island tour with traditional lunch stop
    • Visit women's cooperative with tour of medicinal garden
    • Learn about homemade hibiscus wine
    • Cooking class with women to learn about local Nicaraguan cuisine
    Landmarks
    Maderas Volcano
  6. Day 6

    Ometepe Island to Leon

    Ometepe Island to Leon
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Real Leon), Hotel 3* (Hotel Los Balcones)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Leon including revolutionary murals, baroque and neoclassical churches, and museum of legends, arts and poetry

    Optional Activities

    • Climb to the rooftop of Central America's largest cathedral for panoramic views
    Landmarks
    Leon Cathedral
    Maribios Volcanic Chain
  7. Day 7

    León

    León
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Real Leon), Hotel 3* (Hotel Los Balcones)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit museums
    • Relax at cafes near main square
    • Hike on Cerro Negro Volcano
    Landmarks
    Cerro Negro Volcano
  8. Day 8

    Leon - Juan Venado Nature Reserve - Las Peñitas Beach

    Leon - Juan Venado Nature Reserve - Las Peñitas Beach
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Real Leon), Hotel 3* (Hotel Los Balcones)

    Included Activities

    • Wildlife spotting boat tour at Juan Venado Nature Reserve (crocodiles, caiman, iguanas, and birds)

    Optional Activities

    • Relax at Las Peñitas Beach
    • Explore Leon in the evening
    Landmarks
    Juan Venado Nature Reserve
    Las Peñitas Beach
  9. Day 9

    Leon - San Jacinto - Selva Negra

    Leon - San Jacinto - Selva Negra
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Selva Negra Ecolodge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit San Jacinto mud fields and boiling volcanic holes
    • Coffee and farm tour at Selva Negra Ecolodge

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase indigenous ceramics and handmade figurines made from volcanic mud at San Jacinto
    Landmarks
    San Jacinto
    Telica Volcano
    Selva Negra Ecolodge
  10. Day 10

    Selva Negra

    Selva Negra
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Selva Negra Ecolodge)

    Included Activities

    • Two-hour cloud forest nature walk

    Optional Activities

    • Additional afternoon hike
    • Relax at the lodge
    Landmarks
    Selva Negra Cloud Forest
  11. Day 11

    Selva Negra - Laguna de Apoyo - Masaya - San Juan de Oriente

    Selva Negra - Laguna de Apoyo - Masaya - San Juan de Oriente
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Pacaya Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Masaya's artisan market
    • Stop in Catarina colonial village
    • Visit local family home and learn about ceramic production in San Juan de Oriente
    Landmarks
    Laguna de Apoyo
    Masaya Artisan Market
    Catarina
    San Juan de Oriente
  12. Day 12

    Laguna de Apoyo - Mombacho Volcano - Casa Marimba

    Laguna de Apoyo - Mombacho Volcano - Casa Marimba
    Meals
    Dinner (Farewell dinner with sunset views)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Pacaya Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Hike Mombacho Volcano crater loop with local guide and commentary on flora, fauna, and volcanic history
    • Day pass at Casa Marimba on Laguna de Apoyo with beach access, swimming, and water activities
    • Farewell dinner with sunset views
    Landmarks
    Mombacho Volcano
    Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve
    Casa Marimba
  13. Day 13

    Departure

    Departure
    End point
    Canal 2 de television 75 vrs abajo, Managua 12066, Nicaragua (Hotel Europeo, Hotel reception, 09:00)

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  • Ian4.0August 2025
    The tour was well organised and the attractions and activities were interesting. A couple of the hotels weren’t up to...
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    Thank you very much for leaving us a review and we are pleased your overall trip was a memorable one. we are sorry to hear you where not happy with all the accommodation used and value all feedback. If you would like to further discuss then do email us at cr@explore.co.uk.
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  • Nigel4.7February 2023
    The highlights would be the visit to Masaya volcano and the trip to the turtle beach and birds on Isla de San Juan...
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  • Howard4.3February 2023
    Releasing turtles. River trips. Seeing inside volcano. Granada.
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  • Mary4.0February 2023
    Rene out guide was amazing, nothing was too much trouble for him. He took care of all our needs and desires without...
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  • anna4.7February 2023
    Nothing spectacular but a very good and varied experience
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  • Rachel3.8February 2023
    The outstanding tour guide Rene. Ometempeiand, Granada and San Juan
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  • Kris4.2March 2023
    Masaya volcano at night; San Juan deal Sur; time in Granada.
    Traveled in February 2023
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  • Niamh4.5March 2023
    Leon and Granada and all extra aspects of Nicaraguan culture which the guide showed us.
    Traveled in February 2023
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  • Leigh4.5March 2023
    Ometepe Island was beuatiful and unexpected so this would be the highlight, but only just!
    Traveled in February 2023
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  • Nicholas4.7March 2023
    The home stay and Ometepe were brilliant
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    Asked on February 11th, 2025

    I'm looking for a private tour for my family of 4 maybes 5. For 9/10 days. Would like a varied trip including jungle, volcanoes, culture, history. 3 of us would then stay for 3/4 days on a beach. Would you have any suggestions Travel date July 18/19th.

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      We have one departure in July from the 27th July - 08th August. All of our tours are set itineraries and therefore cannot be tailor made.

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    Brett

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    Is the tour on January 19th, 2025 still available? According to the Website, there is one space left, if I book the space, would I be sharing a room with a female traveler?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      Our January 19th 2025 departure is on request. This is because since we are getting close to departure, we have released the space we are holding at our local accommodation. This means that we would have to request the space back at the time of booking. To request the space we would require full payment. Once the space is requested, we usually hear back within 5 business days. We are still able to request either a single room or a shared room.

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      The Nicaragua - Land of Lakes and Volcanoes tour departing on 19th February is guaranteed. Currently, 11 places are booked and 7 seats are still available.

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