Surf and Explore Nicaragua tour

Welcome to Nicaragua!

Welcome at Managua international airport and transfer to your hotel in Managua.

Depart Managua for Leon, the former capital of Nicaragua.

This dynamic colonial town is the ideal starting point for discovering the region, its many volcanoes and Pacific beaches.

Isla Juan Venado nature reserve

In the afternoon, meet your local guide in the small village of Las Peñitas.

The Isla Juan Venado nature reserve is 22km long and 250m wide. We’ll take you by boat to explore the mangroves in search of turtles, caimans and iguanas. Located opposite Las Peñitas beach, the island is also home to many species of birds.

You can round off this wonderful experience with a swim or a stroll on the beach!

You’ll make your way to the town of Granada.

Day trip to Las Isletas, Isla Zopango

This morning, meet at the Port del Rayo for a day dedicated to discovering Las Isletas, an archipelago of islands off the coast of Granada.

Around midday, you’ll set off by boat to explore these islets, where Nicaraguans have now established their vacation homes. Nearly 400 of these basaltic islands have been counted, and you’re sure to enjoy excellent views of the proud Mombacho volcano, as well as numerous animal sightings.

You’ll reach a 100% natural, private island where the owners are dedicated to preserving this little piece of « floating » paradise. You’ll be able to use the kayaks to explore the surrounding area and admire the fauna and flora of this archipelago up close. You’ll appreciate the calm that reigns on the island and its surroundings, so close and so far from Granada.

For lunch, you’ll enjoy fresh barbecued fish, a guaranteed delight.

A Robinson Crusoe atmosphere, an opportunity to live like an Ilian for a day.

Masaya Volcano by night!

At dusk, head to Masaya Volcano National Park to discover the bubbling lava of the Masaya volcano.

With its 54km² and 20km of wilderness trails, Masaya Volcano National Park is a place that will give you another view of what’s going on beneath the earth’s crust. With its five craters, Masaya, called « Popogatepe » by the indigenous Nahuált, is the most accessible active volcano in the world. This experience involves observing the lava lake at the end of the day for a more transcendent contrast.

In the morning, transfer from Granada to San Carlos, the last port on Lake Nicaragua at the mouth of the Rio San Juan leading to the Caribbean « tica » coast. You’ll pass through several small villages such as Juigalpa, Villa Sandino…land of the sabaneros, the Central American cowboys you’ll meet on their horses. Then you’ll arrive in San Carlos where you’ll enjoy the view over the lake

Transfer from San Carlos to El Castillo by boat.

Arrival at El Castillo, a picturesque village on the San Juan River. There are no roads, just paths and docks along the river to get there.

The tranquil little town bears the historic name of the Castillo fortress of the Immaculate Conception, built by our Iberian neighbors to defend this natural hub against the various invasions of pirates and freebooters. Its 300-year-old ruins are still visible today.

El Castillo is an ideal site for nature lovers! ideally placed to take advantage of its access to the surrounding rivers and nature reserves. You’ll be able to relax while enjoying an incredible experience in the middle of nature and out of time….

Hiking in the Indio Maiz nature reserve.

In the morning, your local specialist will guide you to the Indio Maiz Reserve. This reserve is Nicaragua’s second largest tract of protected rainforest.

Nicknamed the « Pearl of Central America’s reserves » by specialists, it is incredibly rich in biodiversity. Here you can observe hundreds of different species of birds, reptiles, mammals and trees.

Tour of the caimans.

At dusk, around 6:30 p.m., when the wildlife awakens, you’ ll set out on the wild waters of the Rio San Juan. With your local guide, you’ll be on the lookout for caimans, iguanas and crocodiles inthe dark.

The distant calls of howler monkeys echothrough the canopy, marking their territory in the darkness. The lapping of the water reveals the silent presence of caimans, stealthily gliding along in search of prey.

You’ll leave from the small village of El Castillo and travel by boat to the town of San Carlos .

Note: 2h10 trip.

Los Guatuzos Nature Reserve and Solentiname archipelago: located at the southern end of Lake Nicaragua, the Solentiname archipelago is made up of some thirty islands. A large community of fishermen and farmers live here, surrounded by a rich and abundant natural environment.

The archipelago is literally bathed in a natural reserve, with an impressive array of flora and fauna. Here, you’ll find paintings and typical local crafts.

You’ll set off for a full day’s exploration of the Solentiname Islands. You’ll start your visit on the island of Mancarron, known for its small church and park, and famous for its museum recounting the history of the archipelago.

You’ll then move on to the small monkey island, before heading for Isla San Fernando and Isla La Venada, famous for its painters and colorful naive art. You’ll meet these artists, who work from home using the raw materials available in the surrounding area.

Los Guatuzos nature reserve and Solentiname archipelago.

You’ll set off at first light towards the Los Guatuzos reserve, located on the southern shores of Lake Nicaragua on the border with Costa Rica. You’ll spend the morning discovering this 430km² haven of life, home to many different types of ecosystem. A

ccompanied by your guide, you’ll discover incredible flora and fauna on foot and by boat: monkeys, crocodiles, turtles, toucans, iguanas, orchids and trees typical of the primary forest

From the Guatuzos reserve, you’ll take a boat to the shore.

You arrive at the small port of the town of Colon.

You will arrive at the small port of the village of Colón, then transfer to Popoyo.

Surf Camp stay.

6 nights minimum,

Includes :

-Full board (3 meals per day), non-alcoholic beverages and accommodation in private bungalow -2 sessions per day, with professional guide -Coaching specific and individualized for each session, by a qualified instructor -Digital archive of photos and videos of the navigation and the stay -1 boat trip to surf the northern spots

Surf Camp stay.

6 nights minimum,

Includes :

-Full board (3 meals per day), non-alcoholic beverages and accommodation in private bungalow -2 sessions per day, with professional guide -Coaching specific and individualized for each session, by a qualified instructor -Digital archive of photos and videos of the navigation and the stay -1 boat trip to surf the northern spots

Surf Camp stay.

6 nights minimum,

Includes :

-Full board (3 meals per day), non-alcoholic beverages and accommodation in private bungalow -2 sessions per day, with professional guide -Coaching specific and individualized for each session, by a qualified instructor -Digital archive of photos and videos of the navigation and the stay -1 boat trip to surf the northern spots

Surf Camp stay.

6 nights minimum,

Includes :

-Full board (3 meals per day), non-alcoholic beverages and accommodation in private bungalow -2 sessions per day, with professional guide -Coaching specific and individualized for each session, by a qualified instructor -Digital archive of photos and videos of the navigation and the stay -1 boat trip to surf the northern spots

Surf Camp stay.

6 nights minimum,

Includes :

-Full board (3 meals per day), non-alcoholic beverages and accommodation in private bungalow -2 sessions per day, with professional guide -Coaching specific and individualized for each session, by a qualified instructor -Digital archive of photos and videos of the navigation and the stay -1 boat trip to surf the northern spots

Private transfer from Popoyo to Managua airport.