Nicaragua Travel Agents

Kimkim has selected the best Nicaragua travel agents so you'll have a worry-free trip.
With kimkim you will connect directly to a local specialist in Nicaragua who will personalize your trip to your specific tastes. Once we have a sense of who you are and what you're looking for, you'll be matched with the right local travel agent for you. Not everyone wants to get completely off the grid—but even if you want to hit the most popular sites and cities, kimkim ensures a customized experience, including lodging, guides, and transportation.
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Reyna Ulloa

(10 reviews)
Nicaragua Travel Agent based in Managua
Reyna specializes in: Nature and cultural experiences, adventure trips, family trips
Recent traveler reviews for Reyna:
"Reyna did a spectacular job working with us to plan our itinerary and fun, exciting, informative outings." - by Denise, Aug 5, 2023 · see review
"Reyna did a great job capturing who we were and the kind of experiences we were looking for - we felt like we had great exposure to authentic Nicaraguan customs and life." - by fern, Mar 23, 2023 · see review
"The itinerary and service provided by Reyna was excellent." - by Karen, Mar 20, 2023 · see review
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Lucía Barrios

(6 reviews)
Nicaragua Travel Agent based in Managua & Panama City
Lucía specializes in: Nature, Adventure, Wellness, Families and Solo traveler
I am keen on the outdoors activities especially those involved in direct contact with nature like hiking, snorkeling. I love to swim, bird watching and writing. I am a peace of mind person. In Nicaragua, one of my favorite places is the Ometepe Island, where Peace is all around. This place is a... read more

Emily Solís

(3 reviews)
Nicaragua Travel Agent based in Managua, Panama
Emily specializes in: Nature, Eco turism, Cultural, family trips
Hello, I am Emily. I have a bachelor's degree in sustainable tourism. I am interested in knowing all about the culture, gastronmy, lige style of living, the beauties and the own particularities that characterized the countries. In addition, I love getting sole adventure, connect to nature, depend... read more

Trip Reviews for Nicaragua

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
5.0
Based on 12 ratings

Fantastic trip to Nicaragua with great guidance
Nicaragua | Jan 13 - Jan 22, 2024

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Riley B.
Bethesda, MD | Reviewed on Jan 23, 2024

Emily was an absolute pro at making me feel well looked after on this trip. She was wonderful about listening attentively to my needs and shifted her approach to the planning when some unexpected developments emerged shortly before and during the trip. The local guides and drivers were so hospitable and made me feel like a family member at every step of the way. I couldn’t have enjoyed this trip more!

Local specialist: Emily Solís

One of my best trips ever
Nicaragua | Jul 20 - Jul 28, 2023

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Clare T.
Menlo Park, CA | Reviewed on Aug 09, 2023
My trip to Nicaragua was truly one of the best trips I've ever taken. Two things made it particularly amazing. First, I want to thank Emily, my trip organizer, who managed to put together a spectacular itinerary for me based on my interests and feedback. We went through several iterations with where to go/what to see/where to stay, etc, and she always responded quickly and kindly. I really felt like her goal was to make me happy, and she did not seem to mind all my questions and changes as we... Read more

My trip to Nicaragua was truly one of the best trips I've ever taken. Two things made it particularly amazing. First, I want to thank Emily, my trip organizer, who managed to put together a spectacular itinerary for me based on my interests and feedback. We went through several iterations with where to go/what to see/where to stay, etc, and she always responded quickly and kindly. I really felt like her goal was to make me happy, and she did not seem to mind all my questions and changes as we went through the process. I actually looked at a few other personal organization services like kimkim, but Emily went above and beyond to deliver the best itinerary for me, which included lots of walking, nature, culture, museums, seeing the big sights (Leon, Esteli, Granada, Ometepe, San Juan Del Sur, etc). I have a friend who was born in Nicaragua, and he looked at my final itinerary and said "this is nearly perfect...with this you will see as much as you can in 9 days).

The second aspect of my trip which made it great was my personal guide, Oscar Lopez. Somehow I seem to always have had luck with guides, but Oscar was absolutely wonderful, and probably the best guide I've ever had. Thank you to Emily for pairing us up! Oscar was so affable and easy going, and of course his English was perfect. He would give me a brief overview of the day's events in the morning (using a map to show me where we were going) and then in the evening give me an update of what was to come in the morning. If we said we would meet up at X time, he was *always* there and I think probably 10-15 minutes early! Another thing I really liked was he always offered to take a picture of me, or a video..so it felt more like my friend was there than a tour guide. He even took pictures when I did not ask, and then would faithfully send them to me at the end of the day. He was very chatty and extroverted, and willing to answer all of my many questions about all sorts of things. We had some great conversations during our drive around the country. He came to realize how much I liked hiking and walking, so if there was a chance to do extra hiking he always offered it (ie. "Let's do the difficult hike back up the volcano, Clare!" or "Here's road I've never been on...let's hike up there and check it out!"). If I wanted to add something or make changes, that was always fine and he'd say "You are the boss; it is your trip". He is an incredibly kind, thoughtful, generous, intelligent, wonderful person who became my friend. The next people who get him as a tour guide will be very fortunate indeed!

I thought overall the hotels I stayed in were fantastic, except for maybe one, and I think that has to do with there not being enough hotels in that city (Esteli). I felt very well prepared for my trip and only wish it could have been longer. I cried at the end, I was so sad to leave. I had a fantastic time and it will remain one of the best trips of my life.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel El Convento
León

I absolutely loved this hotel! So clean, wonderful staff, great breakfasts, and nice icy cold AC! One of the best hotels I stayed in during my trip. Great location as well right in the middle of the city. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.

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Hotel Los Arcos
Estelí

Not my favorite hotel, but my guide told me it is one of the best in Esteli, so there you go! On the plus side, it was very quiet, had working AC, there is a restaurant downstairs, and the staff are all very nice. It is in walking distance from the city center. On the not so great side...the rooms look out into a hallway, the lights are fluorescent (feels sort of like a hospital), the hot water in the shower does not work, and I ended up being attacked by bed bugs (at least 30 bites). The room felt clean, but I had bites all over my stomach and legs and torso for days after. I would try to find someplace else if I go to Esteli again.

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Hotel Plaza Colon
Granada

Loved this hotel! The hotel gets 5 stars, and Victor at the front desk gets 10! :) The hotel itself is just gorgeous and you feel like you are walking around at one of the finest resorts in the world. The rooms are huge, with patios and huge bathrooms. My room was spotless, and the AC was so nice to feel after walking around in the hot / humid city! This was one of the few hotels I stayed in as well which actually had working hot water in the shower. I could have stayed here a week. The breakfasts were very yummy, and they had a pool. It's right smack in downtown and within walking distance of everything. Victor at the front desk is a total star...helped me out and answered questions...always smiling and happy to help. I was ready to move in and only wish I could have stayed here longer! I saw other people mention the noise, but my room was in the back away from the street, so it was very quiet at night. Totally loved this hotel!

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Victor was amazing!
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Finca San Juan de la Isla
Altagracia

Who would have thought there would be a 5 star experience like this on the island of Ometepe? Truly this is one of the most unique and most amazing places I have ever stayed. I had my own little bungalow right on the beach, and only heard the waves and monkeys at night. It was so peaceful and serene. One of the few places I stayed in all of Nicaragua with a hot shower as well! It was super clean. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the restaurant provides great service and food at very reasonable prices. I only wish I could have stayed here longer (like a month!) It is a magical place and I can't wait to come back.

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Hotel La Estación San Juan del Sur
San Juan del Sur

I really enjoyed this quaint little hotel, and don't judge the hotel by its facade! It looks a bit odd on the outside and rundown, but the interior rooms are very clean, bright, spacious, and well decorated. I had my own little balcony and it is mere steps from the beach. I picked this one over the Hotel Victoria and I am overall glad I did. My only not so great comment would be that the breakfast included is served across the street at a restaurant, and while the view from there is amazing (you are right on the beach!), the breakfast itself was probably the worst I had in Nicaragua. It was edible, but I would not pay to eat there again, which is odd, as I had a dinner there the night before and it was really tasty. Anyways, the hotel was great and I would stay there again...had a mini fridge which I found really nice to have while traveling.

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Activity Reviews
Leon - City Walking Tour
Leon - City Walking Tour
León

Oscar did a wonderful job showing me the city.

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Cerro Negro sandboarding tour
Cerro Negro sandboarding tour
León

Really enjoyed the hike to the top and then sliding down. Oscar made me feel very safe and it was super fun. Wish we could have done it again, but would have been quite a hike again to the top!

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León - Juan Venado Island Motorboat Tour
León - Juan Venado Island Motorboat Tour
León

This was so fun! The guide was so good at spotting things to see!

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Miraflores Reserve
Miraflores Reserve
Estelí

Probably one of my favorite parts of the whole trip. Our guide, Carlos, was amazing. Started out as a 20 minute walk and turned into 3 hours...and a great jeep ride back to the city!

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Esteli - Tisey Nature Reserve & El Jalacate (-L-)
Esteli - Tisey Nature Reserve & El Jalacate (-L-)
Estelí

Really enjoyed this day. Oscar went out of his way to make sure I saw the whole reserve, the waterfalls, and an extra hike to the top of a mountain so that we could make the most of our Sunday. I was supposed to have the afternoon off, but it was Sunday, and everything was closed. Oscar found an extra hike we could do and filled the day with more fun things for me. Above and beyond treatment. I was so grateful.

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Masaya Highlights : Artisan Market, The White Villages (Pueblos Blancos)&Masaya Volcano
Masaya Highlights : Artisan Market, The White Villages (Pueblos Blancos)&Masaya Volcano
Nicaragua

This was very fun! I loved the hike to the active volcano, and Oscar made sure I got the best views. I enjoyed the little artisan market and seeing how pottery was made. We made a few stops and got to do some extra walking.

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Granada - Las Isletas Boat Tour
Granada - Las Isletas Boat Tour
Granada

This was much more than I expected! I loved seeing all the little islands, getting to take a walk on one, and being able to feed a mango to a monkey!

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Mombacho Volcano - Crater Trail
Mombacho Volcano - Crater Trail
Granada

Loved our hike to the top! Oscar made sure I got to see everything, was able to take my time.

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Ometepe Highlights
Ometepe Highlights
ometepe

Oh, I loved this island! I only wish that I could have had Oscar as my guide instead of Donald. Donald was very good, but I got very spoiled by Oscar and all the extra things he did for me. Nonetheless, Donald was quite good and made sure I got to see as much as possible. The driver of the car, Elma (Alma?) was also really nice and I enjoyed having a woman along for a bit!

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Canopy tour San Juan del Sur
Canopy tour San Juan del Sur
San Juan del Sur

Super fun! It was much more than I expected, and the ride to the top was scary but the driver made me feel safe. Great value, and I was so happy Oscar could do it with me.

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San Juan del Sur Hiking
San Juan del Sur Hiking
San Juan del Sur

We hiked so much! Oscar showed me all around the city and was willing to keep going much longer than I was! I loved getting to see so much of the town.

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Local specialist: Emily Solís

Gorgeous, still relatively untouched, and inexpensive
Nicaragua | Feb 28 - Mar 16, 2023

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fern k.
Canada | Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Nicaragua is still relatively unspoiled and has great natural beauty. We were impressed by the accommodations, food and knowledge of our guides. We felt safe everywhere we went and didn’t get sick at all.
Reyna did a great job capturing who we were and the kind of experiences we were looking for - we felt like we had great exposure to authentic Nicaraguan customs and life. We learned a lot about the importance of coffee, chocolate, cigars and farming in general to the economy.
We plan to...
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Nicaragua is still relatively unspoiled and has great natural beauty. We were impressed by the accommodations, food and knowledge of our guides. We felt safe everywhere we went and didn’t get sick at all.
Reyna did a great job capturing who we were and the kind of experiences we were looking for - we felt like we had great exposure to authentic Nicaraguan customs and life. We learned a lot about the importance of coffee, chocolate, cigars and farming in general to the economy.
We plan to return in 2 or 3 years!!!

Hotel Reviews
Finca San Juan de la Isla
Altagracia

We were in a cabana overlooking the lake and “bird island”. Beautiful spot. Food and service was great. Lots of wildlife. It’s super windy but the restaurant did a good job of putting up screens to block the wind but still allow a view. We loved the private remote feeling of this place - if you need to be where the action is , look elsewhere.

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Rustic cabanas Beautiful gardens
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Private remote
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Very friendly
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Pacaya Lodge y Spa
Masaya

We were in a private cabana overlooking the lake and gorgeous grounds. Loved the sound of the howlers and birds every day. Loved our deck with comfy hammock. Very luxurious accommodations. Staff were super friendly and accommodating. Food was good.

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Loved that the owners also are involved in education and farming locally
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Big deck overlooking the lagoon
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Staff were super friendly and helpful. I even received a birthday card and small gift on my birthday 🥳
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Very luxurious.
Hotel Selva Negra (Bungalow)
Matagalpa

Loved this rustic cabin in the middle of a forest. Lots of wildlife!! Great hiking trails. Very interesting coffee tour of a large coffee producer.

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Loved the forest location
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Hotel Lever
Somoto

What a surprise to find such a high end feeling newer hotel in northern Nicaragua!!! Food was great. Comfy bed. Loved the town of Somoto. Just small enough to easily explore and quickly feel at home in.

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Aaki Hotel
Las Peñitas

Wonderful location on the beach with comfy bed and great view from our balcony. The included breakfast was ok but we added a fruit platter for an extra charge that was fabulous. The lunch and dinner items need work. I had what I thought was going to be a fresh fruit bowl with chia and granola but the fruit was puréed into a smoothie - such a shame when the fresh fruit in season is outstanding. The flavours all just blended together- disappointing.

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Great location on a gorgeous stretch of beach
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Awesome friendly staff
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Hotel Victoriano
San Juan del Sur

Older hotel that needs some work. The architecture is amazing and some areas were well maintained. But the main stairs to the hotel were uneven / being repaired. Funky smell - mildew? In the lobby. The room itself was nice with good amenities and comfy bed.

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On the Main Street across from a very busy boat filled beach/ harbour
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Had to be careful on the uneven main entrance stairs. Find what is causing the smell in the lobby - maybe it was just temporary???
Hotel Los Altos
Estelí

We visited the stone man and did an artisanal coffee and farm visit from Esteli , all of which were awesome. The city itself is BUSY and we were warned to not be walking around our hotel after 10 pm. The hotel was near Central Park and church and the area was totally fine during the day and early evening. The room was fine, the staff ok. Might look into a home stay if we were to visit Esteli region again. We are not busy city people but if you like being in the centre of action you might not mind this hotel

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Local specialist: Reyna Ulloa
Reyna
Reyna Ulloa
Local specialist in Managua | Replied on Jul 20, 2023

Hi dear Fern,

Nice to greet you again! Thank you very much for your feedback . We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experiences we prepared for you. It was a pleasure to help you create your itinerary according to your needs and preferences as reflected in our communications.
Nicaragua awaits you and the kimkim team to plan your next adventure

I had an amazing experience travelling to Nic...
Nicaragua | Dec 24 - Dec 31, 2022

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Keyla A.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jan 01, 2023
I had an amazing experience travelling to Nicaragua with Kimkim. I was a bit skeptical at first because I have never travelled with this agency before but they really surpassed my expectations. Reyna worked closely with me to accommodate my needs and always made sure everything is okay and if anything else is needed. There was active communication at all times. We stayed one week in Nicaragua and it was the perfect escape for whomever enjoys being in nature, surrounded by great people and... Read more

I had an amazing experience travelling to Nicaragua with Kimkim. I was a bit skeptical at first because I have never travelled with this agency before but they really surpassed my expectations. Reyna worked closely with me to accommodate my needs and always made sure everything is okay and if anything else is needed. There was active communication at all times. We stayed one week in Nicaragua and it was the perfect escape for whomever enjoys being in nature, surrounded by great people and eating delicious food. Every guide we had the pleasure to be with picked us up on time, was extremely helpful with any questions we might have had and you could tell they loved doing what they do.

In the future I would definitely book another trip with kimkim and was overall very impressed.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Patio del Malinche
Granada
Authenticity & Character
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always attentive and very friendly
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El Caite San Juan del Sur
San Juan del Sur
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Charco verde
Rivas
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Casa Marimba
Apoyo
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Activity Reviews
Las Isletas Kayak adventure
Las Isletas Kayak adventure
Granada
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Food
we did not have any food so I would rate it neutral
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Mombacho Volcano - Crater Trail
Mombacho Volcano - Crater Trail
Granada
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San Juan del Sur - Sunset Boat Journey
San Juan del Sur - Sunset Boat Journey
San Juan del Sur
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Hiking the Maderas Volcano
Hiking the Maderas Volcano
ometepe

We are not experienced hikers but we were able to succeed. It was not easy but the views were incredible. We were told this was a beginner's hike and it definitely wasn't. We also were not well prepared with the attire but overall it was a whole new experience for me and I am glad I was able to finish the whole hike.

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Day at leisure
Day at leisure
Apoyo
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Masaya Volcano - Lava Rock Night Tour from Apoyo Lagoon
Masaya Volcano - Lava Rock Night Tour from Apoyo Lagoon
Apoyo
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Local specialist: Reyna Ulloa
Reyna
Reyna Ulloa
Local specialist in Managua | Replied on Jul 20, 2023

Hi Keyla,

Thank you very much for your lovely feedback. It was a pleasure to work together in order to create your perfect itinerary in Nicaragua according to your preferences. It is nice to know that you have enjoyed your time in Nicaragua and everything that was prepared for you. All the kimkim team is at your disposal anytime

Reyna was a great agent through both the plan...
Nicaragua | Dec 14 - Dec 23, 2022

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Chris C.
Canada | Reviewed on Dec 24, 2022
Reyna was a great agent through both the planning of this vacation and during the trip itself. She was very prompt and knowledgeable answering all our questions, and checked in regularly. We never saw her, but felt that she was with us every day, making sure that things ran smoothly. All of the guides and drivers we met on the trip were also top-notch and helped us get the most out of each excursion. The while trip was fantastic. Read more

Reyna was a great agent through both the planning of this vacation and during the trip itself. She was very prompt and knowledgeable answering all our questions, and checked in regularly. We never saw her, but felt that she was with us every day, making sure that things ran smoothly. All of the guides and drivers we met on the trip were also top-notch and helped us get the most out of each excursion. The while trip was fantastic.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Plaza Colon
Granada

A classy hotel with the friendliest of staff. They rolled out a TV to watch the World Cup with us, and were great hosts of their city

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The room and the inner courtyards, one with a secluded pool
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Hotel El Convento
León
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Pacaya Lodge y Spa
Masaya
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The most amazing view of the crater lake and close to some great volcano excursions
Staff
Super-nice people
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Malibu Popoyo

Lives up to its website. Ultimate in laid-back beach vibes, with a great kitchen (food was simple but delicious). Very nice people running the place

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Activity Reviews
Cerro Negro sandboarding tour
Cerro Negro sandboarding tour
León

A great hike - nice views. The boarding was fun and lived up to its promise of adrenaline-inducing. But it can easily go from fun to injury in a second. I would not recommend it for children, and they should really take more steps to improve health and safety. ( ie options for shorter or gentler rides similar to green, blue and black paths as on a ski hill). As it is now- it is a black diamond ride as your first experience.

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Masaya Volcano - Lava Rock Night Tour from Apoyo Lagoon
Masaya Volcano - Lava Rock Night Tour from Apoyo Lagoon
Apoyo

Wasn’t sure if we would really see lava or just lots of steam - but there was a great view of the swirling lava and a nice hike overall

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Mombacho Volcano - Crater Trail
Mombacho Volcano - Crater Trail
Granada

Both a beautiful hike and a break from the heat combined. Well worth it

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Las Isletas Kayak adventure
Las Isletas Kayak adventure
Granada

Do it if you want the exercise - but there was nothing special about this kayak route

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Local specialist: Reyna Ulloa
Reyna
Reyna Ulloa
Local specialist in Managua | Replied on Dec 30, 2022

Hi Chris, nice to greet you!

Thank you very much for your kind feedback.
It was great to have the opportunity to create this trip all together and provide you with the best assistance.

All the team was happy to meet you, and give you the warm welcome you deserve.

Thanks for visiting our beautiful country!
We all wish you a happy New year :)

Best regards,