Volcanic Nicaragua - 6 days
Highlights
- Hike in the field plane and sand dunes towards the youngest volcano in Nicaragua, Cerro Negro.
- Opportunity to experience great and uninterrupted views from the summit of Cerro Negro over the surrounding volcanoes and the Pacific coast.
- Explore active volcano El Hoyo, take amazing pictures of the panoramic landscapes
- Walk to the beautiful lagoon of Asososca, a volcanic lake with crystal clear waters in the volcanic group "Pilas el Hoyo "
Overview
Starts and ends in Managuas, this amazing 6 days Volcanic Nicaragua tour package takes you through the Cerro Negro Volcano and the El Hoyo Volcano. The tour includes hotel accommodation, expert guide, meals, transportation, and more. Experience breathtaking volcanoes, exciting local cultures, cosines, landscapes and have an experience of a lifetime.
- Day 1 - Airport - Leon
Upon arrival at the airport in Managua, the capital of the country, you will meet our guide who will accompany you to the hotel in León. Accommodation in León.
- Day 2 - Cerro Negro volcano | 726 meters - 5 hours of walking
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today begins the challenge of the volcanoes from the community of Rota hiking in the field plane and sand dunes towards the youngest volcano in Nicaragua, Cerro Negro. First it will reach the community driving an ATV directly from your accommodation in León. Once you exit a single track trail, will take you to the impressive Cerro Negro. It was formed 161 years ago when it was 18 eruptions since then. Volcanic activity here has made it impossible for trees and plants to grow in the steep black slopes, so you will have the advantage of uninterrupted views from the summit over the surrounding volcanoes and the Pacific coast. Going down is much easier and more fun due to the amount of soft sand, it's perfect for tackling the volcano and getting back to base in minutes. Packed lunch. From the base is a short walk to our campsite at the ranger station located 300 meters above sea level. BBQ dinner and camping.
- Day 3 - El Hoyo Volcano | 1089 meters - 6 hours of walking
Breakfast at the camp.
07h00 Early in the morning you will walk to your next active volcano El Hoyo. This volcano can easily recognized by the huge hole located in its slope. With two inactive craters and a fumarole permanently we can see their past and present activity. In terms of panoramic views, this volcano will be one of your favorites, so get your camera ready to shoot. Packed lunch. On your descent, continue walk to the beautiful lagoon of Asososca, a volcanic lake with crystal clear waters in the volcanic group "Pilas el Hoyo ", where a quick dip is a real pleasure. From here you will continue on a 4 × 4 path to a camp on the Momotombo volcano, your final destination. Dinner and Camping.
- Day 4 - Momotombo Volcano | 1297 meters - 5 hours of walking
Early snack with coffee at the camp.
03h00 The last walk of the trip is a real challenge and requires a very early departure. Has arrived the moment to conquer the most impressive and representative volcano in Nicaragua. The walk begins around 3:00 a.m., you will first walk with torches to an observation point area in a quite steep and empty black surface, here you can see all the vegetation of the volcano, the smoking cone and much more. You will then continue to the top of the volcano until you reach the finish line in time for the
dawn. Due to resentful activities, it is not safe to climb to the summit, but it is still possible to reach a spot just below the summit with equally impressive views. It will be the perfect occasion for a pretty group photo and the moment to celebrate the end of the challenge. A late breakfast included on the lake beach. Finally, you will prepare to board your private transportation and travel back to Managua. Free time for Lunch not included in Managua. Free afternoon. Accommodation in Managua. - Day 5 - Granada, Lake Nicaragua - Masaya Volcano and its lava lake at night
Breakfast at the hotel
10h00 This all-inclusive tour makes you discover the best that Nicaragua has to offer in just one day. By morning, Discover Granada, the most beautiful, captivating and photogenic Spanish-colonial city and the settlement oldest continuously inhabited European in Nicaragua founded by Spanish captain Francisco Hernández from Córdoba in 1524. Enjoy a pleasant boat ride through the lush and romantic islets volcanoes of Lake Nicaragua. Free time for lunch not included in Granada. In the afternoon you will visit the Catarina viewpoint with an incredible view of the Laguna de Apoyo volcanic crater and the colorful Mercado de Crafts in the city of Masaya. At the end of the day, explore one of the most active volcanoes in the world, the Masaya Volcano National Park, and discover the lava lake of the active Santiago crater, one of the eight lakes lava of the planet. Accommodation in Managua.
- Day 6 - Managua - Airport
Breakfast at the hotel.
At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your return home.
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Flights are not included.
- Insurance is not included.
- Food and drinks not mentioned.