Tours and Trips in Nicaragua

Visit Mayasa Volcano, peruse a handicraft market and learn about Nicaraguan folklore on this 5-hour guided tour from Managua. Travel to Mayasa Volcano National Park, where you'll stand right on the edge of the active volcanic crater. Listen to your guide's informative commentary regarding the history of the volcano and the folklore surrounding its activity. Visit the city of Mayasa to peruse the local marketplace for handicrafts and souvenirs from local craftspeople and artists. Round-trip transportation from Managua hotels is included.

This guided tour to the San Ramon Waterfall guarantees a safe and fun-filled hike to the popular Ometepe cascades. Hiking with a guide ensures you don't get lost on the many twisting trails around the waterfall, plus gives you lots of chances to ask questions and learn about the local environment. When you arrive, eat a picnic lunch and enjoy the view.

Pleasure your palate with Nicaragua's most popular rum "” Flor de Caña "” on a full-day tour from Managua. After heading to the rural town of Chichigalpa, you'll embark on a tour of Ingenio San Antonio, a traditional sugar cane mill, and visit six processing stations to discover complex rum-making methods. After educating your taste buds to recognize the subtle differences between rum varieties, browse the tempting produce inside the Flor de Caña boutique shop and purchase a bottle of fine rum as a special souvenir.

Explore colonial Granada and take a peaceful boat ride on Lake Granada during this full-day tour from Managua. While visiting Granada, stroll the quaint streets filled with colonial buildings while enjoying informative commentary from your guide. Stop at Central Park and the Convent and Museum of San Francisco. Visit the Tres Mundos cultural center, an organization dedicated to supporting Nicaraguan cultural pursuits and housed in a stately mansion. Board a wooden boat for a cruise on the tranquil waters of Lake Nicaragua, weaving in and out of the small islands that dot the water. Learn about the native plant and animal life that inhabit the archipelago of 365 islands. Round-trip transportation from Managua hotels is included. 

Swim, trek and experience the natural beauty of Somoto Canyon during this full-day guided excursion from Managua. Discovered in 2004 by a group of international scientists, this canyon has quickly become a popular destination for those seeking outdoor adventure close to Managua. Enjoy informative commentary about the history of the area from your guide, as well as an authentic Nicaraguan lunch including the legendary local donuts, or rosquillas. Round-trip transportation from Managua hotels is included.

When your cruise ship docks in San Juan del Sur, spend your time in port exploring colonial Granada on this 5-hour shore excursion. Take in the colonial architecture lining the streets and enjoy a boat tour of Lake Nicaragua, punctuated by more than 365 tiny islands. Port pickup and drop-off included.

Go sandboarding down Cerro Negro Volcano during this full-day adventure from Managua. Trek to the top of the volcano to admire its views out over San Cristobal and Telica volcanos, then hop on your custom sandboard (opt to sit or stand) and surf down. As you fly over the gravelly volcanic debris that makes up the sides of Central America's youngest volcano, watch the scenery rush by. Opt to stop for lunch (own expense) in nearby León. Round-trip transportation from Managua is included.

Experience the ruins of Leon Viejo, the former Nicaraguan capital, which was destroyed in the 1500s by the region's notoriously destructive volcanic activity. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a personal guide and see what remains of this once important colonial city. Take in spectacular views of Lake Xolotlan, Momotombo volcano, and its little brother Momotombito and enjoy private transportation to and from the site.

Explore León, a Nicaraguan colonial city, on this full-day sightseeing trip from Managua. With a knowledgeable local guide, visit the Ruben Darío Museum to learn about Nicaragua's most famous writer and tour the Ortiz Guardian Foundation's art center to further understand Nicaraguan culture and artistry. Stroll through two separate UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Baroque Cathedral of León and León Viejo (León's Old Town). Round-trip transportation from Managua hotels is included. 

This Masaya Volcano tour is more than just a ride to the lava-filled crater rim. Unlike other transportation services, this tour provides in-depth commentary and insight into one of Nicaragua's most-visited attractions - though going with a guide does streamline transportation logistics, too. Plus, entrance fees are already included, so you don't have any unexpected costs during the trip.

Travel to the stunning Masaya Volcano by night to see lava roiling just below the crater rim on this private tour from Managua. Private transportation is comfortable and easy with just your guide and private party - giving you plenty of time to chat with your guide while you wait in line to see the lava at this popular attraction.

By combining two top Leon activities, this Leon volcano boarding and beach tour takes you from pure adrenaline to pure bliss. Reach top speeds flying down Cerro Negro Volcano on a sandboard, and then take a short drive to the beach in time to catch a sunset surf session or chill and watch the sunset from one of the many beachside bars.

Grab your passport and head over the border for a whistle-stop tour of Nicaragua's best bits, from Liberia in Costa Rica. Take in the views from Catarina Volcano, haggle over handicrafts at the Masaya Artisan Market and visit the active Masaya Volcano. After a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine, explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views of Mombacho Volcano. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a 1-hour sunset cruise, stopping to meet the friendly monkeys of Monkey Island along the way.

Explore the towns of Granada and Masaya on this full-day trip from Managua with a local guide. Browse Masaya's extensive crafts market for souvenirs, then visit Masaya Volcano National Park to see an active volcano crater. Spend time in Granada, a colonial city criss-crossed with cobblestone streets and home to many important architectural landmarks. Visit the Cathedral of Granada, Independence Plaza and the Convent and Museum of San Francisco. Round-trip transportation from Managua is included.