Adventure Tours in Nicaragua

Central America's largest country, Nicaragua is situated between the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean and offers no shortage of new adventures to try. Getting around the country takes time, but flights, buses, and boats connect the cities to the rural areas. From narrow alleyways to serene lakes and fiery volcanoes, Nicaragua attracts and amazes any visitor.

Granada is so picturesque, those postcards mailed to your parents won't do the city justice. The colonial-style architecture and strong cultural heritage makes adventurers want to throw a fiesta. Parque Colón is bustling with merchants, horse-drawn carriages, cozy cafes, and restaurants. The city is situated right off Lake Cocibolca, Central America's largest freshwater lake. Whether you’re just using Granada as a base for excursions into nature or hanging around a few days to explore (you should), the city has plenty of entertainment to offer.

Adventurers will find exciting excursions not far from Granada. Fly through the trees faster than a white-faced capuchin monkey on a zip line off the slopes of Volcan Mombacho. Kayak Las Isletas, a sprawling archipelago, or head to the island of Ometepe, a geological wonder formed by two volcanos. Only 15 kilometers from Granada, Masaya is a popular region to hike the active volcano or visit the famous artisan market, Mercado de Artesanías de Masaya.

León is a vibrant city with colonial charm. Home to breathtaking cathedrals, university communities, and sidewalk fritangas (BBQ), it's no wonder the city was declared an UNESCO World Heritage site. Surrounded by volcanic lowland, a popular day excursion is to hike up Volcan Cerro Negro, then volcano board your way down!

Most visitors don't spend much time in Nicaragua's capital of Managua, but those who decide to stay will discover a run-down, chaotic city that is still recovering from a state of war. This low-rise city has sprawling markets, incredible street art, historical monuments and improbable trees. Managua is a stone's throw from the nature reserve of Chocoyero-El Brujo, fun beaches like Pochomil, and the hot springs at El Trapiche.

Beach lovers will find paradise in San Juan del Sur. Nicaragua's easy-going (but lively) coastal town resides off the southern Pacific Ocean. This hilly fishing town doesn't have the most spectacular beach, but Nicaragua's bold and bronzy beaches are not far away. A good overnight trip for adventurers is to La Flor Beach Nature Reserve, where Olive Ridley sea turtles are known to nest.