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See Nicaragua’s adventurous side through exciting activities
Sandboard down an active volcano and overnight at a volcano biological station.
Kayak over pristine waters to lush remote islands in Las Isletas.
Visit a local language school and bike through rural communities.
Conquer the Mombacho Puma Trail and zipline above a coffee plantation.
Imagine waking up to the sight of steam rising from an active volcano as the sun climbs over the horizon, or kayaking through hundreds of tiny islands to arrive at a remote guesthouse on a private island where there's nothing but you and Mother Nature. There's no shortage of amazing experiences on the 6-day Nicaragua Adventure Tour!
You'll sandboard down an active volcano, zipline through the treetops, watch wildlife while kayaking in a nature reserve, and practice the lingo at a local language school. Each day of this tour packs in new experiences and activities to showcase the country’s nature and culture. Embark on an epic trip through Nicaragua and get ready for the wild ride of a lifetime!
Imagine waking up to the sight of steam rising from an active volcano as the sun climbs over the horizon, or kayaking through hundreds of tiny islands to arrive at a remote guesthouse on a private island where there's nothing but you and Mother Nature. There's no shortage of amazing experiences on the 6-day Nicaragua Adventure Tour!
You'll sandboard down an active volcano, zipline through the treetops, watch wildlife while kayaking in a nature reserve, and practice the lingo at a local language school. Each day of this tour packs in new experiences and activities to showcase the country’s nature and culture. Embark on an epic trip through Nicaragua and get ready for the wild ride of a lifetime!
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6-Day Nicaragua Adventure Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Managua
Welcome to Managua, the capital of Nicaragua and the country’s largest city. A guide will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to your hotel in Leon for the night.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Leon
Meals: None
Day 2 Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding and Las Penitas Kayaking
It’s time to start the adventure! Your guide will take you to Cerro Negro Volcano to hike up the old lava flows to the summit. From here you can hike down or, better yet, sandboard to the base.
Next, you head to Las Penitas to kayak around the Juan Venado Nature Reserve.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Leon
Meals: None
Day 3 Chocoyero, Masaya Volcano
After breakfast, you explore the Chocoyero Nature Reserve with gorgeous waterfalls and cliffs where thousands of “chocoyos” parakeets live.
In the afternoon you head to the Masaya Volcano for hiking and overnight at the volcano’s Biological Station.
Overnight Location: Masaya Volcano National Park Biological Station
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 4 Language School, El Rayo Biking, and Las Isletas Kayaking
In the old colonial city of Granada, you’ll visit a friendly language school and practice the local lingo before going biking through the quiet countryside.
Next, you’ll kayak through the hundreds of islands in Las Isletas and spend a night in paradise on a private island.
Overnight Location: All-inclusive on Isleta El Espino/Jicaro Island
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Mombacho Puma Trail and Ziplining
After returning to the mainland your driver will take you to the dormant Mombacho Volcano, where you’ll hike through the misty forests to the summit.
After descending it’s time for a thrilling zipline ride through a coffee plantation before returning to Managua.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Managua
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Departure from Managua
We hope you’ve enjoyed your adventure in Nicaragua! After checking out from your hotel you can take a taxi to the airport, or ask us about arranging a private transfer. Have a safe journey home.
Overnight Location: None
Meals: Breakfast
6-Day Nicaragua Adventure Tour Price and Dates
This guided adventure tour in Nicaragua is run as a private tour for your group only and the price depends on the number of participants and the class of hotels you book. There may be additional fees for travel during Easter or Christmas.Prices below are per person sharing a double room, and groups of odd numbers can either book a single room for a supplement or opt-out for a triple room with a price reduction, however, triple rooms are only available at standard accommodations.
Standard Accommodations:
- Guided groups of 2: USD995 per person
- Guided groups of 3: USD885 per person
- Guided groups of 4-5: USD825 per person
- Guided groups of 6+: USD750 per person
Deluxe Accommodations:
- Guided groups of 2: USD1250 per person
- Guided groups of 3: USD1125 per person
- Guided groups of 4-5: USD1050 per person
- Guided groups of 6+: USD985 per person
Accommodation on the 6-Day Nicaragua Adventure
This tour is based in hotels, and you have a choice of staying in standard hotels or deluxe hotels depending on your budget and preference. Please note that on Night 3 you will stay in dormitory-style accommodation at the Masaya Volcano National Park Biological Station with shared facilities.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. There is a price reduction for triple rooms, but triple rooms are only available for the standard accommodation category.
What’s Included in the 6-Day Nicaragua Adventure Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included. If you choose to stay in Jicaro Island Lodge on Day 4, the meals are all-inclusive.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before or after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including the transfer from the airport to your hotel on Day 1.
Also Included
- English-speaking and local guides
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees where applicable
- Trip notes and documents
Not included
- Flights
- Nicaraguan tourist card ($10 USD per person)
- International flight departure tax ($47 USD per person if not included in airfare)
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Airport transfer on the last day
- How hard is the 6-Day Nicaragua Adventure Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Nicaragua?
- Are meals included on the 6-Day Nicaragua Adventure Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Managua to start this tour?
- Is the 6-Day Nicaragua Adventure Tour in English?
- Where does the 6-Day Nicaragua Adventure Tour end?
- Are all the excursions included in the price?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Nicaragua?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Nicaragua?
- When is the best time to travel to Nicaragua for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 3/5. Participants should be fit enough for a range of multisport activities, including hiking, biking, kayaking and ziplining for 4 consecutive days. The activities are suitable for active beginners.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
4 breakfasts and 1 dinner is included. If you stay in Jicaro Island Lodge, your food and drink will be all-inclusive for the day.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking, biking, and water sports. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) in Managua to begin this tour. A guide will be waiting at the airport to take you to your hotel.
On Day 2 and Day 4 the tour guide is English-speaking. On Day 3 and Day 5 you will have a local guide who may have more limited English.
The tour ends in Managua when you check out from your hotel. You can take a taxi to Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) in Managua for your outbound flight or ask us about arranging a private transfer as a supplement.
Yes, the price includes the costs for biking, kayaking, and ziplining as mentioned in the itinerary.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Nicaragua for this tour is from November to April when the climate is drier, but Nicaragua can be visited year-round.
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Operating since 1995, ORO Travel is the pioneer tour operator in Nicaragua. Welcoming visitors with enthusiasm and professionalism, ORO allows every kind of traveller to experience the beauty and culture of Nicaragua. Their team works tirelessly to design and personalize tours to ensure unforgettable experiences. ORO’s qualified and passionate tour guides provide visitors with the best information, constant assistance, and unbeatable experiences in English, German, French, Russian and, of course, Spanish.
