Granada and its Isletas
The oldest city in the Americas, Granada, was founded in 1524 by the conquistador Hernández de Cordoba. once the business and shipping capital for the entire region. Today, after having been rebuilt numerous times, Granada proudly remains one of the last truly colonial cities. On this excursion, we will tour the Casa de los Leones, San Francisco Convent and Museum, the colorful market, the charming cobblestone streets, and numerous architecturally significant churches. Following our walking tour, we’ll embark on a boat tour of Granada’s famous Isletas, a chain of inhabited islands just off the shore of lake Nicaragua which are the remnants of aged volcanic activity. - Recommended gear: comfortable walking shoes and light clothing
Granada and Isletas ¾ Day and Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $54 $44 $37 Departure Managua $80 $74 $61 Departure Montelimar $94 $87 $70 Tour Includes: Land and Boat Transportation, horse carriage, Lunch, entrance fees at monuments, English/Spanish speaking tour-guide (German, French or other on request) Note: Full day tour from Managua or Montelimar Operation days: Daily

Classic Masaya & Catarina
This is an unforgettable day in rural Nicaragua. We begin by visiting the stunning and active Santiago crater and museum situated in the Masaya National Park, followed by a trip to Nicaragua’s most popular open-air crafts market located in Masaya and a lunch time sampling of traditional food (bocadillos). Then, we will drive through the famous “white pueblos”, including the town of Catarina, stopping at one of our country’s most stunning panoramic views, the Apoyo Lagoon. - Recommended gear: good walking shoes, sunscreen.
Classic Masaya & Catarina Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $69 $65 $56 Departure Managua $76 $76 $64 Departure Montelimar $87 $84 $70 Tour Includes: Land transportation, lunch, entrance fees at National Park and monuments, English/Spanish speaking tour-guide (German, French, or other on request) Note: Ceramic town San Juan de Oriente and Iguana farm included. Operation days: Daily

Shopping Nicaragua
Nicaragua' s shopping is tremendous !! Handicrafts are one of the important industries of the country and variety of products is extensive. From the famous hammocks from Masaya, the pottery of San Juan de Oriente, the wood carvings, the leather goods, the of primitivism painting or the handmade cigars, the visitor will not only have the opportunity to buy at excellent prices, but also to enjoy meeting the artists. On this day, we will bring you to the popular market of Masaya, the antique market, the town of San Juan de Oriente or, depending on the interests of the visitor, to the most interesting place in Managua : the Roberto Huembes Market.
Of course our tour-guide will help you to bargain for the best price. - Recommended gear : light clothing, comfortable shoes and cash for a better bargain !!
Shopping Nicaragua Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $68 $66 $55 Departure Managua $71 $68 $57 Departure Montelimar $78 $75 $63 Tour Includes: Land transportation, English/Spanish speaking tour-guide ( German, French or other on request ), typical lunch, parking fees Note: Visit to Art Galleries in Managua included Operation days: Daily

León and Hot Springs
On the way to the historic former capital city of León, we will pass beautiful vistas of Lake Managua, the breathtaking Momotombo volcano, and much of Nicaragua’s agricultural heartland. While in León, we will enjoy the charm of this cultural city - its churches, monuments, markets, - and learn about its history, including its most famous former resident- Rubén Darío, Father of Nicaraguan poetry. On our return trip we will stop at the San Jacinto hot springs, to see the volcanic phenomena of the boiling soil, situated on the foot of the Telica-Rota volcanic chain. - Recommended gear: good walking shoes, light clothing, drinking water.
León and Hot Springs Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $84 $80 $68 Departure Managua $84 $80 $68 Departure Montelimar $90 $87 $72 Tour Includes: Land transportation, lunch, entrance fee at monuments and museums, English/Spanish speaking tour guide (German, French or other on request) Note: New museum of Art Ortiz-Guardian and Revolution museum. Operation days: Tuesday to Sunday

Managua City Tour
During this half-day excursion we will see evidence of the 1972 earthquake on old Managua, as well as the emerging new capital that is growing rapidly. We will visit both the old and new Cathedrals, Lakes Managua and Xiloa, tour the recently renovated National Palace, home to Nicaragua's culture museum, and visit a thriving market. This tour presents the dramatic difference between the rich and the poor. Political propaganda can be seen everywhere. Managua, Nicaragua's capital, with more than 1/3 of the country’s population is a city that’s alive, growing rapidly, and shows the visitors daily life in an unforgettable way. - Recommended gear: light, comfortable clothing
Managua City Tour ½ Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $68 $64 $54 Departure Managua $62 $59 $51 Departure Montelimar $81 $79 $69 Tour Includes: Land transportation, entrance fees at National Palast, Foot Springs museum, Lomas de Tiscapa, lunch, English/Spanish speaking tour-guide (German, French or other on request) Note: New opening Sandino memorial Operation days: Tuesday to Saturday

The Mombacho Volcano
The Mombacho Volcano is the guard of the city of Granada. Her summit, at over 1,300 meters, is a unique microclimate for the region, because of its altitude and frequent cloud cover. This impressive forest is protected and now part of the Natural Reserve of Nicaragua. We will drive from the savanna at the volcano’s base up through coffee farms, into the cloud forest, with its unusual array of orchids, ferns, butterflies, birds, monkeys, and, when the weather’s right, fantastic views of Granada and the surrounding countryside. Recommended gear: hiking or solid shoes, light clothing, rain jacket and drinking water.
The Mombacho Volcano ½ Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $24 $24 $22 Departure Managua $41 $41 $37 Departure Montelimar $49 $49 $46 Tour Includes: 4X4 Land transportation, entrance fee at the reserve, lunch, traduction of explanation panels. Note: Self guided tour Operation days: Daily The Mombacho Volcano and Canopy Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $58 $58 $54 Departure Managua $74 $74 $69 Departure Montelimar $83 $83 $78 Tour Includes: 4X4 Land transportation, entrance fee at the reserve, canopy tour with professional instructors and equipment, lunch, traduction of explanation panels. Note: Self guided tour to Mombacho - Canopy tour with 17 platforms. Operation days: Tuesday to Sunday

Islands of Zapatera and region

The island of Zapatera, the second largest of the Nicaragua Lake, is famous for its rich pre-Columbian past and the archeological finds. This region was the meeting point and the exchange place of many Indian tribes traveling throughout Central and South America. Starting from the "Isletas" of Granada, this tour combines the visit of the pre-Columbian stele of the Muerto Island, a refreshing bath in the water of the great lake, a hike by the lagoon of Zapatera, and the discovering of rural life of this region of Nicaragua. - Recommended gear: Solar protection, rain jacket, solid walking shoes.

Islands of Zapatera and region Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $81 $61 $50 Departure Managua $116 $103 $79 Departure Montelimar $128 $112 $87 Tour Includes: Land and boat transportation, entrance fee, lunch-package with beverage, English/Spanish speaking tour-guide Note: Isla el Muerto included Operation days: Daily

The Cerro Negro and hot Springs of San Jacinto
Born in 1850, the Cerro Negro volcano ( Black mountain ) is one of the youngest volcanoes in the world. During the last 8 years it's activity left indelible marks on the region. In 1992, lava ash completely covered León, the second largest city of Nicaragua. Hiking the lunar landscape of the volcano, descending its crater and admiring the surrounding landscape is an unforgettable and exciting experience. Middle to good physical condition is required by the participants. - Recommended gear: solid hiking shoes, sun protection, drinking water.
The Cerro Negro and hot springs of San Jacinto Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $106 $84 $68 Departure Managua $106 $84 $56 Departure Montelimar $116 $99 $79 Tour Includes: Land transportation, lunch-package, English/Spanish speaking tour-guide (German, French or other on request) Notes: Hot springs San Jacinto included Operation days: Daily

Fishing day in fresh waters
Lake Nicaragua, of almost 8,200 square Km is one of the ten biggest fresh water lakes in the world. This lake is an amazing natural habitat of numerous kinds of aquatic life. Our local guide will take the fisherman with a good powered Boston Whaler to his secret places near the Island of Zapatera. The Guapote ( Rainbow Bass ), Tilapia, Mojarra are the most common types you will catch on this unforgettable day. Some snacks, food and drinks will be available to get the most out of of this day. Fishing gear will be provided. Early departure is recommended. - Recommended gear: Sun protection, light clothes and rain jacket.
Fishing day in fresh waters Full Day Price/Person 2 People 3 People 4 or more Departure Granada $56 $47 $40 Departure Managua $91 $74 $64 Departure Montelimar $109 $84 $74 Tour Includes: Land transportation, strong powered boat with local guide, fishing gear, lunch-package, snacks and drinks Note: Early departure recommended Operation days: Daily