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Nicaragua Family Vacation

9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS

From US$ 4,295.00 per family of 4

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EXPLORE THE COUNTRY OF COLONIAL CITIES AND LAKES ON THIS NICARAGUA FAMILY VACATION

Enjoy Culture, Nature, and Relaxation on this awesome Nicaragua Family Vacation!

Your Nicaragua Family Vacation

Nicaragua is perfect for a family vacation: safe, fun, affordable, and beautiful! Discover the abundant beauty and visual delights of Nicaragua on this Nicaragua Family Vacation.

Nicaragua is referred to as “the land of lakes and volcanoes” due to the number of its lagoons and lakes, and the chain of volcanoes that runs from the north to the south along the country’s Pacific side. On this Nicaragua Family Vacation, you will be able to experience some of them.

You will go kayaking in the stunning Las Isletas archipelago, explore beautiful colonial Granada where you will see colorful houses, horse-drawn carriages, and cigar factories in former colonial homes. A visit to the Mombacho and Masaya volcanoes rounds up the Granada program.

Later on, we will take you to experience the highlights of Ometepe Island, where you can swim along the shores of scenic Lake Nicaragua, and of the Apoyo Lagoon. Topped off with relaxing stays at family-friendly lodges, you will surely relish this Nicaragua Family Vacation forever.

About Nicaragua

Located in Central America, Nicaragua is relatively close and still has the rustic charm that many loved about Costa Rica from years past.

Nicaragua has everything from amazing surfing and ziplining to horseback riding, to cultural tours. Many of the beaches are totally unspoiled. The people are amazingly friendly and eager to show off their heritage and history.

From/To

Tour start & end: Managua International Airport (MGA)

Hotels

Hotel Patio del Malinche ***, Superior Room – Granada – 3 nights
Finca San Juan de la Isla ***, Double Room / Lake Front Cabin – Santo Domingo Beach, Ometepe Island – 3 nights
Casa Marimba *** – Double Room / Granada/Tilcara/Laguna – Apoyo Lagoon – 2 nights

GRANADA - 3 nights - Superior Room

Hotel Patio del Malinche ***

Situated just a few blocks from Central Park and with spectacular views of Mombacho Volcano from the upper floor, Hotel Patio del Malinche offers boutique accommodation in a lovely part of Granada. There are 20 comfortable rooms within this lovingly renovated Spanish-colonial house, each with direct access to the terrace, garden and swimming pool. It’s a home away from home in the heart of Granada.

OMETEPE ISLAND - 3 nights - Lake Front Cabin

Finca San Juan de la Isla ***

Located lakeside at Santo Domingo Beach, this laid-back and authentic Nicaraguan hacienda is a beautiful and welcoming base for your time in Ometepe. There are wonderful views of the lake and Concepción Volcano, and plenty of activities on offer such as birdwatching, hiking in nature reserves, mountain biking, horseback riding and volcano climbing. The comfortable rooms and bungalows are set throughout the lush grounds of this fruit tree plantation, whilst the restaurant serves locally produced and delicious meals.

Laguna de Apoyo - 2 nights - Double Room Granada/Tilcara/Laguna

Casa Marimba ***

Nestled on the volcanic shores of Apoyo Lagoon, Casa Marimba blends seamlessly into its unique surroundings, offering a homely and authentic retreat beside the lake. With just five tastefully decorated rooms set amongst the hotel’s gardens, most with a private terrace or balcony, Casa Marimba offers a peaceful retreat where you can relax, connect with nature and meet new people. From the hotel, you can stroll down to the crystal-clear lagoon for a cleansing swim, arrange nature tours into the surrounding forests or simply lay back in a hammock. You’ll also find an excellent restaurant on-site.

TOUR MAP

Your Nicaragua Family Vacation

TOUR ITINERARY

Nicaragua Family Vacation

DAY 1

MANAGUA – GRANADA (-)

Individual arrival at the international airport in Managua (MGA). Reception and private transfer of about 1 hr to colonial Granada. Granada is one of Latin America’s most beautiful cities and is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Founded in 1524 on the shores of vast Lake Nicaragua, this ancient town is full of history and Spanish colonial charm. The city also makes a great base for exploring the surrounding area, with volcanos, beaches, national parks, and the incredible archipelageo of Las Isletas de Granada all within easy reach.

DAY 2

GRANADA: LAS ISLETAS KAYAK ADVENTURE & GRANADA CITY TOUR (B)

In the morning, explore the stunning Las Isletas archipelago by kayak, along with an experienced local guide. Spot birds and other wildlife and pass local fishing communities. In the afternoon, visit the historic center on foot and by classic horse-drawn carriage. You will even climb a bell tower and enjoy spectacular views over the city, Lake Nicaragua, and Mombacho volcano.

DAY 3

MOMBACHO VOLCANO & CANOPY + LAVA NIGHT TOUR AT MASAYA VOLCANO (B)

Today you will explore the surrounding volcanoes. In the morning, have fun with a hiking tour at Mombacho Volcano. The well-kept Crater Trail (1.5 km) leads you around the crater through the dense cloud forest. After, you will enjoy a zip lining tour. The canopy tour consists of 11 zip lines and 17 platforms. All guests are accompanied by an expert instructor and provided with high-quality equipment. Late in the afternoon head to Masaya volcano for a night tour, where you will be able to admire the lava lake in Santiago crater.

DAY 4

TRANSFER TO OMETEPE ISLAND (B)

Transfer to San Jorge port, boarding point for the ferry to Ometepe. Upon your arrival, you are transferred to your hotel.

Isla de Ometepe is made up of two imposing volcanic cones rising out of western Lake Nicaragua. Ometepe has been inhabited for thousands of years due to its fertile volcanic soils. Most travelers come here for the sandy beaches, clear waters, diverse wildlife, and stunning scenery, with numerous forests, waterfalls, and springs in the island’s center. Ometepe is beautiful, unique and one of Nicaragua’s lesser-known highlights.

DAY 5

OMETEPE ISLAND TOUR (B/L)

Your local guide will meet you at your hotel for a visit to the unique and wonderful Ometepe Island. The tour starts with a visit to Finca Magdalena, a working community-run coffee plantation where you can meet some of the locals and see how they live and work. You’ll continue to the Charco Verde Nature Reserve and Chico Largo lagoon, a mystic place that has inspired local legends. After, you will visit a site where you can see artifacts from the island’s original, Pre-Columbian inhabitants. The tour finishes with a trip into the forest to see the spring at Ojo de Agua, where you can take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear water.

DAY 6

OMETEPE ISLAND (B)

Day at leisure.

Enjoy the hotel or the beach at Lake Nicaragua. Or explore the surroundings on your own.

You could even climb Concepcion Volcano!

DAY 7

TRANSFER TO LAGUNA DE APOYO (B)

Board the ferry back to San Jorge port and continue to Apoyo lagoon for an afternoon at leisure.

Formed some 20,000 years ago, this giant volcano crater lake is one of Nicaragua’s most beautiful natural landmarks. Tropical dry forests surround crystal-clear waters, making it a place of great serenity and incredibly diverse wildlife, including iguanas, hummingbirds, and howler monkeys. Although the area is a protected reserve, you’ll find some excellent eco-friendly lodges around the shores of the lake, and there are great opportunities for hiking, swimming, kayaking, and diving.

DAY 8

LAGUNA DE APOYO (B)

Day at leisure to reconnect as a family.

Enjoy the free kayaks your hotel provides and explore the lagoon. Later hike the reserve and observe howler monkeys in a breathtaking natural landscape. Or just relax with a swim in the lagoon or a massage at your hotel.

DAY 9

TRANSFER OUT (B)

Your adventure has come to an end. About 45-min transfer to the international airport in Managua for your flight back home. We hope you enjoyed your time in Nicaragua!

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