Travelling to Nicaragua with children:
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Idea for a family trip to Nicaragua in 12 days.
Nicaragua is one of the safest countries in Central America for travelers, so why not take a family trip? Why not visit Nicaragua for a family trip? This tour is available by rental car or private service with an English-speaking guide. You’ll discover colonial towns, volcanoes accessible to the youngest visitors, stay in an ecolodge on the island of Ometepe, discover howler monkeys, turtles and caimans!
Length of stay: 12 days
Theme: Family
Difficulty: moderate
Explore the Juan Venado reserve: caiman, turtles...
Cocoa-making workshop with Donald
Travel Itinerary
- Jour 1 : Arrival in Managua, drive to León
- Jour 2 : Sandboarding on the Cerro Negro volcano
- Jour 3 : Juan Venado reserve: caiman, turtles, raccoons...
- Jour 4 : Road to Granada: the great Sultana
- Jour 5 : Hiking, tree climbing and cocoa workshop
- Jour 6 : Discovering Zopango Island, Las isletas
- Jour 7 : Granada- Ometepe Island, charco verde hike
- Jour 8 : Horseback riding & relaxation at Ojo de Agua
- Jour 9 : Off to the Pacific beaches!
- Jour 10 : Playa Coco & turtle conservation center
- Jour 11 : Pacific beaches, Playa Hermosa
- Jour 12 : Back to Managua, nos vemos!
León, niciaragua
leon, nicaragua
juan venado nicaragua
granada, nicaragua
La réserve naturelle du Volcan Mombacho
Las isletas
ometepe
playa hermosa, nicaragua
managua, nicaragua
Arrival in Managua, drive to León
Welcome to Nicaragua!Pick up at Managua international airport,private transport or car rental, drive to León, Nicaragua’s ancient capital.
Sandboarding on the Cerro Negro volcano
Today, we propose a moderately difficult hike up the Cerro Negro volcano, reaching the summit from where you can observe the crater and then descend the slope on a sandboard. Thrills guaranteed!End of the day free to enjoy Leon.Overnight in Leon
Juan Venado reserve: caiman, turtles, raccoons...
Join Antonio and his son on a boat tour of the Juan Venado nature reserve
The Juan Venado Island Nature Reserve, located on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, is a veritable ecological gem. It abounds in exceptional biodiversity, providing a vital habitat for numerous species of flora and fauna.
The reserve is mainly made up of dense mangroves, home to exotic birds such as herons, pelicans and kingfishers.
The estuaries and calm lagoons are ideal for observing crocodiles, iguanas and sea turtles.
This reserve plays a crucial role in the conservation of Nicaragua’s coastal ecosystems and raises awareness of the importance of preserving biodiversity.
overnight in Léon
Road to Granada: the great Sultana
On the way to Granada, we suggest you take a stroll through the town of Masaya and its market, one of the most important in the country and renowned for its colorful local crafts.Arrival and free time to explore Granada, a colonial city worth visiting
Guided tour of Granada
« La Gran Sultana » is a colonial jewel that we suggest you discover on foot. You’ll start this guided tour with the Church of San Francisco, the oldest in the city. The tour ends with the Church of Xalteva, the Cathedral and the Central Park.
You’ll then cross the central market and its colorful stalls. For lunch, we suggest you try a « vigoron » (a typical Nicaraguan dish) in the central square under the shade of the trees.
Overnight in Granada .
Hiking, tree climbing and cocoa workshop
Today you’ll hike along the slopes of the Mombacho volcano on easy, self-guided trails,followed by a treetop tre etopadventure!Lunch is planned in a community on the volcano’s slopes, where Donald and his family will show you their cocoa plantations and teach you how to make chocolate from cocoa bean! Donald and his family will show you their cocoa plantations and teach you how to make chocolate from cocoa bean! Lunch will be provided on site.Afternoon free to enjoy the Laguna de Apoyo, an ancient volcanic crater now filled with fresh water. Overnight in Granada .
Discovering Zopango Island, Las isletas
Spend the day discovering Las Isletas, an archipelago of islands off the coast of Granada. You’ll set off by boat to explore these islets and observe the many animals.For lunch, you’ll enjoy fresh fish grilled on the barbecue.A Robinson and Crusoe atmosphere, a chance to live like an islander for a day!Overnight in Granada.
Granada- Ometepe Island, charco verde hike
Depart Granada this morning and make your way to the port of San Jorge , where you’ll board the ferry to Ometepe Island, a volcanic island of great natural diversity.
Hike the trails along Charco Verde, on the lookout for howler monkeys, of which there are many on the island. At the end of the day: enjoy the most beautiful sunset of your stay at Punta Jesus Maria.Night in an eco-lodge on Ometepe island
Horseback riding & relaxation at Ojo de Agua
Take a horseback ride along the slopes of the Maderas volcano, an extinct volcano rising to an altitude of 1,394 metres and surrounded by thick rainforest. Unlike its neighbor, the Concepción volcano, Maderas is covered in lush vegetation, harbouring a rich biodiversity,before relaxing in the natural waters of Ojo de Agua. An underground river originating from the Maderas volcano and emerging in two basins . Overnight in an eco-lodge on the island of Ometepe
Off to the Pacific beaches!
Drive to the port of Moyogalpa to catch the ferry to San Jorge, then on to your hotel on the Pacific Ocean
Free time in San Juan del Sur, to discover this small town on the Pacific coast.
San Juan del Sur has a lively atmosphere. Stroll through its vibrant city center, explore its stores and savor local specialties in seaside restaurants. Don’t miss the spectacular sunsets over the bay.
Overnight on the Pacific
Playa Coco & turtle conservation center
Free day on the Pacific beaches
San Juan del Sur, nestled on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, is famous for its spectacular beaches, which attract travellers in search of relaxation.
Just a few kilometers from this charming seaside town, several heavenly beaches stretch out, each offering a unique experience.
Playa Hermosa is aptly named for its untamed ambience. This long stretch of fine sand is ideal for long walks, outdoor yoga and picnics facing the immensity of the ocean.
Playa El Coco, south of San Juan del Sur, is perfect for families. Its calm, warm waters are ideal for children, and the environment is ideal for observing the sea turtles that come here to lay their eggs, depending on the season.
Overnight on the shores of the Pacific.
Pacific beaches, Playa Hermosa
Free day on the Pacific beaches
San Juan del Sur, nestled on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, is famous for its spectacular beaches, which attract travellers in search of relaxation.
Just a few kilometers from this charming seaside town, several heavenly beaches stretch out, each offering a unique experience.
Playa Hermosa is aptly named for its untamed ambience. This long stretch of fine sand is ideal for long walks, outdoor yoga and picnics facing the immensity of the ocean.
Playa El Coco, south of San Juan del Sur, is perfect for families. Its calm, warm waters are ideal for children, and the environment is ideal for observing the sea turtles that come here to lay their eggs, depending on the season.
Overnight on the shores of the Pacific.
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