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Nicaragua Tour
Ometepe Tour
Colonial City Tour
Granada City Package
Tour Rio San Juan
Masaya City Package (full
day tour)
Tour Matagalpa
Reizend Spaans Leren
costarica-nicaragua
CORN ISLAND
Nicaragua Tour
Day 1:
Arrival at Managua airport. Transport to Granada. Check in at Hotel.
Day 2:
Morning: 9:00 a.m. Cultural history tour of the colonial city of Granada.
Description:
Convent and church San Francisco, founded in 1529, houses archeological treasures from Isla Zapatera, a primitive art exhibit, and historical displays. Transport by horse-drawn carriages to the cemetery. Cemetery, here you will find enormous colonial graves. The wealth of Granada and her history is portrayed in this cemetery. There are tombs which house people more than 500 years old with marble statues. The cemetery has many finely sculpted tombs and replicas of churches. The walled cemetery is set off with a neo-classic stone chapel, the Capilla de Animas or Chapel of Spirits. It was constructed as a result of a campaign led by the American Theodore Hooke in 1878 and was designed and built by Nicaraguan Carlos Ferrey in the 1880s. Fort 'La Polvora', Granada was victim of invasions by pirates in the 18-century. Here for there was built in 1748 a warehouse to keep gunpowder. It was concluded in 1749 and registered under the name of Casa de La Polvora. Now you can visit its old towers, which give a nice view over the city.
Xalteva: This is the most antique part of Granada. The Spaniards met here the Indian population
Xalteva, from which it got its name. The church built during the colonial time was because of its location as well used as a military fort. It was destroyed during the civil war, built up and destroyed because of earth shakes. The last construction started in 1895 and was concluded by Jesuits in 1921.
Afternoon: 3:00 p.m. Las Isletas de Granada
Description:
There are 365 islands created when the Mombacho volcano exploded 20,000 years ago. This is a beautiful excursion in a setting of tiny tropical islands richly covered in vegetation and many with holiday mansions, mostly owned by rich Nicaraguan families in contrast with the local community which make a living by fishing for one of the many unique fish species in the Nicaraguan lake. In addition to the interesting flora and fauna of Las Isletas, on one island there are the remnants of a fort, El Castillo San Pablo, built in 1784.
Day 3:
Departure: 8:30 a.m. Volcano Mombacho National Park
Description:
Mombacho has two craters and is covered in dense cloud forest. This extinguished volcano is the first area to be managed by a private non-for-profit organization, Foundation Cocibolca. In good whether, you have fantastic views of Granada, Las Isletas, Laguna de Apoyo and Lake Nicaragua. There are scenic walks on well-built trails ranging from a few minutes to several hours and from easy to challenging due to climbing of steps. It is possible to see over 50 different species of mammal, 174 types of birds and 750 different varieties of flora. One trail passes fumaroles vents where steam and gases escaping the earth's depths can be witnessed. The Biological Station educates and entertains with exhibits and videos. The weather on the top is cool, fresh and sometimes wet; a light jacket for rain and wind is essential.
Afternoon is free.
Day 4:
Departure: 8:30 am Volcano Masaya National Park.
Description:
Nicaragua's first national park. The park is predominantly a volcanic landscape; however the main attraction is its active craters. In spite of the toxic smoke from Santiago Crater, an endemic species of green parakeet's nest in the crater walls, producing one of many unique ecological experiences the park has to offer. Here, the landscape resembles something from a Paleolithic era; simple life forms, such as lichens and mosses, are just beginning to renew the forest ecosystems. There are numerous trails around the park that offer spectacular views. At the visitor's center there are numerous and interesting displays of volcanic geology.
11:00 a.m. Transport to Leon.
Afternoon is free time (optional City Tour Leon).
Day 5:
Departure: 9:00 a.m. Tour in kayaks (maximum 6 persons) or boat to: Juan Venado Island National Reserve.
Description:
Located at the southern end of the Poneloya and Las Penitas beaches near Leon, Juan Venado is a barrier island with a rich mangrove Eco-system. Its river system at times is only separated from the sea by less than a hundred meters. During season it's possible to visit turtle nesting areas. The area's rich flora and fauna makes it an unforgettable visit. You find iguanas, caimans, crabs and beautiful bird species.
Afternoon: Visit to the San Jacinto mud pools.
Description:
Holes of boiling mud percolating up through the earth, the results of water and hot magma combining. It is a unique place to witness intense volcanic activity up close. The ground is fragile in places and they're for potentially dangerous.
Day 6:
Departure: 8:00 a.m. Transport to San Juan del Sur.
Afternoon is free.
Day 7:
Departure: 9:00 a.m. Boat tour of La Flor Wildlife Refuge.
Description:
Located 18 km south of San Juan del Sur, this is a spectacular deserted pacific beach where the Paslama, Olive Ridley and Tora sea turtles arrive by the thousands to lay their eggs between July and January each year.
Afternoon is free.
Check out the calendar !
Day 8:
Departure: 7:00 a.m. Transport to Ometepe.
One-day tour around the island:
Altagracia: Museum of Pre-Colombian Stone Statues and it's church.
Balgue: Magdalena farm, a cooperative that grows organic coffee.
Santo Domingo: Wonderful beach between the 2-volcanoes, time for lunch, relax and swim.
Charco Verde: Home of the mythological figure; Chico Largo! You learn about this mysterious legend while walking around the lagoon enjoying wild & bird life of this ecological reserve.
Punta de Jesus Maria: a perfect place for swimming and a beautiful sunset.
Day 9:
Free day, options on several hiking tours, horseback riding, mountain biking or just relax on the beach between the two volcanoes, watching and swimming lake Nicaragua.
Day 10:
Morning: Transport to Granada, visiting on the way the 'witch towns'.
Witch towns:
During the Pre-Hispanic period the settlers of Catarina and San Juan de Oriente found the population under the control of the Dirianes. This area formed part of the Namotivas towns that in the native tongue of Nahualt signifies "brothering or neighboring towns". Many years ago only naturists, faith healers or witch doctors exercised Nicaraguan medicine. Catarina and its neighboring towns were no exception, but since these actions were performed so well, they gained the name "Pueblos Brujos" or witch towns. In Catarina this profession is no longer practiced. Tourism has become an important source of income for the people of this small town. They offer the visitor a great variety of handmade crafts from wood, clay or bamboo, as well as ornamental and decorative plants, fruits and typical Nicaraguan food.
San Juan de Oriente:
San Juan de Oriente has been known for its pottery since the 17th century. The village's former name was San Juan de los Platos
(Saint John of the Plates), indicating the village industry. A name change
occurred after Nicaraguan independence from Spain in 1821. This small village
offers world's finest ceramic, you will not only enjoy the product but as well
it's process. Many families are willing to teach you a bit about their ancient
ways of making pottery. Before you are heading home San Juan de Oriente, Catarina and the Masaya art market is the place for souvenirs.
Catarina:
Known for it's many nurseries, wood/ cane and bamboo-craft and it's impressive location on the edge of a volcanic crater measuring four miles wide and over 656 feet deep. Inside the crater is Apoyo Lagoon. The viewpoint shows the Crater Lake Apoyo, city Granada, Nicaragua Lake and Mombacho volcano, a view that is hard to forget ones seen.
Masaya art market:
This lovely little city is the very heart of Nicaraguan folklore and crafts. The art market is also called the Indian Market or old market and is the largest in Nicaragua. The market is a great place to look for bargains and souvenirs. It is buzzing with merchants and customers in narrow aisles and offers colorful hand woven hammocks, embroidered blouses, wood carving and hemp weaving such as wall hangings, hats and floor mats. These are only a few of the handicrafts that can be found in this market.
Day 11:
Transport to the airport for departure.
What's included and what's not:
Excluded from Land Cost:
Ometepe Tour
1-night/ 2-days tour around the island.
An early start! You will be picked up at your hotel by our private transport from Granada or Managua and brought to San Jorge. Here the ferry +/- 45 minutes will bring you to Moyogalpa at Ometepe
Island.
WELCOME TO OMETEPE! Time for Breakfast
We drive from Moyogalpa to Altagracia, visiting some amazing panoramic view
points over both volcanoes and explaining about local agriculture.
At Altagracia we visit the Roman Catholic Church and the museum with
pre-Colombian stone statue.
We drive from Altagracia to Balgue where we visit Finca Magdalena, a cooperative
that grows organic coffee.
We visit the coffee plantations and the forest.
It is time for lunch so we go to Santo Domingo
White Sand Beach,,
this wonderful beach is located between the 2 volcanoes.
Time for lunch, relaxing and swimming!
After Lunch we are going to visit some water wells, called Ojos de Agua Cabrera!
Beautiful Nature and flora & fauna
We end the day at Charco Verde: Home of the mythological figure, Chico Largo!
You learn about this mysterious legend while walking around the lagoon enjoying
this ecological reserve. We stay overnight near by, right on the beach in a
private cabin!
Next day or your day of choice we will bring you back to Granada or Managua.
Included:
- Transport Granada - San Jorge - Granada.
- Ferry San Jorge - Ometepe - San Jorge.
- Bilingual guide.
- Entrance fees.
- Comfortable accommodation.
Additional nights available.
Not included are meals and beverages.
Price: US$ 119 p/p
Minimum 2 persons
Price: US$ 89 p/p 6 or more persons
Colonial City Tour
3 nights/ 4 days
Learn about the Nicaraguan Colonial History and follow the footsteps of the Spaniards. Feel the battle between
Conservative Granada and the liberal Leon. Enjoy their beauty, visit the ruins of old Leon and step into Central Americas largest Cathedral.
Day 1:
This package starts after your check in at the hotel. The afternoon will be used to show you Granada, oldest colonial city in the Americas, still on its birth spot.
Convent and Church San Francisco, founded in 1529, houses archeological treasures from Isla Zapatera, a primitive art exhibit, and historical displays.
Transport by horse-drawn carriages to the cemetery. Cemetery, here you will find enormous colonial graves. The wealth of Granada and her history is portrayed in this cemetery. There are tombs which house people more than 500 years old with marble statues. The cemetery has many finely sculpted tombs and replicas of churches. The walled cemetery is set off with a neo-classic stone chapel, the Capilla de Animas or Chapel of Spirits. It was constructed as a result of a campaign led by the American Theodore Hooke in 1878 and was designed and built by Nicaraguan Carlos Ferrey in the 1880s.
Fort 'La Polvora', Granada was victim of invasions by pirates in the 18-century. Here for there was built in 1748 a warehouse to keep gunpowder. It was concluded in 1749 and registered under the name of Casa de La Polvora. Now you can visit its old towers, which give a nice view over the city.
Xalteva: This is the most antique part of Granada. The Spaniards met here the Indian population
Xalteva, from which it got its name. The church built during the colonial time was because of its location as well used as a military fort. It was destroyed during the civil war, built up and destroyed because of earth shakes. The last construction started in 1895 and was concluded by Jesuits in 1921.
Day 2:
The morning we will be spent on a boat showing you the 365 small islands at the coast between Granada and Mombacho
Volcano. These islands show residential houses from the famous and rich, as well the local population of fisherman, both surrounded by incredible diverse nature. We visit the old
Fort San Pablo build on one of the islands to protect Granada against one of the many pirate attacks. You will be invited for a island drink, making this a morning which will be hard to forget.
After the island tour, private transport will take us to the ruins of old León. Making a stop for a good Nicaraguan lunch.
Ruins of León:
Old León was set by Francisco Hernandez de Córdoba in 1524, same person who
settled Granada. The city was abandoned in 1610, probably because of several
natural disasters, as well a lack of Indigenous people whose labor could be exploited. The ruins where found in 1967 by the National University León and recognized in 2000 by UNESCO as a cultural site of international significance.
Many of the buildings that have been excavated and stabilized are along the main avenue leading west from the main plaza, where the statue of
Hernandez de Córdoba and crypt are. Walking along the main avenue, you pass the old mint, the church and the governor’s house. At the far end of the avenue are the convent and church of the Merced order of nuns.
We end the day by checking in at our hotel in the center of León.
Day 3:
We start our day by visiting the volcanic springs of San Jacinto. This incredible site shows how powerful the earth is. The lava is so close under the surface that it literally makes the earth bowl. After this visit we go back to Leon and start with our Leon City tour.
Accommodation same as day 2.
Day 4:
Transport back to Granada or Managua.
Included:
- 3 nights of comfortable accommodation (based on double occupancy).
- All transport.
- 2 lunches.
- Bilingual guide.
- All entrance fees.
Price: US$ 299 p/p
Minimum 2 persons.
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Granada City Package
3 nights/ 4 days
Includes:
- 3 nights in a 3 Star Hotel (based on double rooms)
- City Tour of Granada
- Tour to Granada’s little islands
- Private Reserve La Calera
- Masaya National Park
- Masaya Art Market
- Catarina, witch town
- Bilingual guide
- Entrance fees
- All transfers
Not included are meals and beverages.
Price: US$ 299 p/p, minimum 2 persons *Additional night available
Masaya white towns and granada full day tour
- Experience the active smoking crater of Santiago.
- Masaya art-market, Nicaraguan cultural arts and crafts.
- Panoramic view from Catarina over Apoyo Crater Lake and Granada.
- Ceramic village of San Juan de Oriente.
- Boat ride through 365 small islands of lake Nicaragua.
Included: all transport, bilingual guide, entrance
fees and lunch.
Price per person: from US$ 59 p/p, minimum 2 persons.
Tour Matagalpa, 2 nights and 3 days
Day 1:
Leaving from Managua or Granada, visiting Ciudad Dario and the famous poet Ruben
Dario’s house/museum on your way.
At arrival in Matagalpa you can choose between:
1) A tour to the old goldmines, existing out of tunnels extending over miles,
inhabited by lots of bats.
2) A hiking tour to the National Reserve Cerro El Arenal, where you can admire
Nicaraguans biggest Oak tree. After this we will admire Nicaraguan greatest
sunset from the viewpoint “El Disparate de Potter”
Accommodation at Mountain Hotel La Selva Negra.
Day 2:
• Early hiking in the National Reserve Cerro Apante area. We will hike from the
city of Matagalpa to the second highest mountain of the department: Cerro Buena
Vista, passing by coffee farms, jungle and beautiful viewpoints. The hike ends
at the village of San Ramon. The hike takes about 7 hours.
• After the hike we will look for some refreshment at one of the waterfalls in
the area.
• In the afternoon you can explore the city of Matagalpa or the Selva Negra
forest or/and farm “La Hammonia”
Accommodation at Mountain hotel La Selva Negra.
Day 3:
Transport back to Managua or Granada.
San Juan River 3 days 2 nights
Includes:
Boat trips, visit to “El Castillo Fortress”, visit to the Indio
Maíz
National Reserve Forest
2 nights lodging at SABALOS LODGE, Tarzan’s Cabin
All meals included at SABALOS LODGE and lunch at El Castillo Fortress.
Day 1. Arrive Sabalos Lodge.
Our adventure starts by traveling through area once known as the Gold Rout to California. This trip is guided by a captain that is an expert in the river and knowledgeable of all the regional legends and who knows the location of the burrows of the animals that live on the river banks, such as otters, alligator, etc. Also, you will be able to observe a vast variety of monkeys and a enormous diversity of migrating birds, such as eagles, falcons, blue jays, herons, etc.
We arrive at SABALOS LODGE before lunch and have a free afternoon to enjoy the environment.
Free activities you can enjoy at SABALOS LODGE:
Day 2. tour to El Castillo Fortress and Indio Maíz National Reserve.
in the morning Visit the El Castillo Fortress, which was built by the Spaniards to protect the city of Granada from the English pirates, even the famous Lord Nelson tried to conquer it.
Early lunch at El Castillo. Visit to Indio Maíz National Reserve, there you cab.
Day 3. During the morning free activities in SABALOS LODGE, then we will get the lunch early to be on a good time to catch the plane to fly to Managua.
A series of walking paths surround the
Lodge are prime locations to observe amphibious reptiles near the river or
creek, to observe birds on the canopy of the forest, wait for the hummingbirds
to come to the feeders,
Rafting in the San Juan waters;
Visit and swim around the island in front of the lodge;
Horseback riding;
or Just lay back on a hammock, relax and enjoy the view and hospitality.
CORN ISLAND PACKAGES DEALS
Snorkelling adventure
A combination of a comfortable beach holiday and an underwater adventure.
The package includes a snorkelling trip on Corn Island and one on Little Corn
Island. You will explore an old
sunken pirate ship and coral reefs on Corn Island. The second trip will be to
find manta rays and nurse sharks
on the favourite spots around Little Corn Island including lunch on the island
and a walking island tour.
Price:US$
399,00
per person excluding VAT, including:
• 3 nights stay in Paraiso
• Snorkelling on the 2nd and 3rd day
• Guide and boat rental
• Free use of snorkel gear during the entire stay
• Lunches and drinks during the trips
• Breakfast every day
• Transport from and to the airport Corn Island
• Flight Atlantic Airlines Managua-CornIsland-Managua
•All taxes
Corn Island Action Pack
This package is favoured by more adventurous travellers,
First day: Exploring the island by hiking or horse riding with a guide.
Second day: Island style fishing for snapper, barracuda, jack, tuna and grunt.
You will go by panga to the
fisherman’s favourite spots.
Third day: Waterskiing and snorkelling around Corn Island.
Price:
US$ 409,00 per person including:
• 3 nights stay in Paraiso
• Free use of snorkel gear during the entire stay
• Fishing gear and waterskiing equipment
• Guide during hiking
• Guide and boat rental
• Horses and riding equipment
• Lunches and drinks during the trips
• Breakfast every day
• Transport from and to the airport Corn Island
• Flight Atlantic Airlines Managua-CornIsland-Managua
• All taxes
Paraiso Fishing Package
Corn Island is blessed with many kinds of game fish. During this trip you will
surely encounter some
of them.
First day: Island style fishing for snapper, barracuda, triggerfish and grunt.
You will go by panga to the
fisherman’s favourite spots.
Second day: Deep sea fishing about 10 miles from Corn Island, aiming for tuna,
barracuda, jack, mackerel
and kingfish.
Third day: Snorkelling around Corn Island and to a
sunken 1950 steam liner.
Price:
US$ 499,00
per person excluding VAT, including:
• 3 nights stay in Paraiso
• Free use of snorkel gear during the entire stay
• Fishing gear, lures and sinkers
• Lunches and drinks during the trips
• Breakfast every day
• Flight Atlantic Airlines Managua-CornIsland-Managua
• All taxes
Paraiso relaxing beach package
This package is very suitable for customers who want to relax on
the beach
a few days after travelling around in Nicaragua.A
golf car is included for 2 days to
travel around the island in a comfortable way so you may explore unspoiled
beaches yourself.
The rest includes the use of snorkel gear for snorkelling to the shipwrecks in
front of Paraiso beach.
Food and all you can drink rum is included.
Price: US$ 529,00 per person
Including:
• 3 nights stay in Paraiso
• Free use of snorkel gear during the entire stay
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner a la carte
• All the rum you can drink during the entire stay
• Golf car for 2 days including gasoline
• Up to date island map
• Private veranda
• Transport from and to the airport
• Flight Atlantic Airlines Managua – Corn Island – Managua.
• TAX
Dive the Corns package
A combination of diving and snorkelling for the underwater world lovers
Diving on Corn Island is considered very good because of the diversity of
underwater scenery and marine life.
You might spot sea turtles, sharks, beautiful coral reefs and even a sunken
pirate ship.
This trip combines all that with snorkelling in more shallow spots.
Price: US$ 549,00 per person
Including:
• 3 nights stay in Paraiso
• 2 days diving, every day 2 dives
• Diving equipment and instructor
• Free use of snorkel gear during the entire stay
• Breakfast
• Lunch during the trips
• Transport from and to the airport
• Flight Costeña Managua – Corn Island – Managua.
• TAX
Note: For this package customers are required to show a valid diving license
with minimum open water level
Weekend package
A great choice for those who like to spent time in the Caribbean
for a weekend
All inclusive, no worries weekend break out!!!!
Price: US$ 399,00 per person
Including:
• 2 nights stay in Paraiso
• Golf car available on Saturday
• Free use of snorkel gear during the entire stay
• All the rum you can drink during the entire stay
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner a la carte
• Transport from and to the airport
• Flight Costeña Managua – Corn Island – Managua
• TAX
