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TOURS AND ACTIVITIES
Discover curated Volcano, Lagoon, and Beach excursions, Horseback riding, infinity pool time, walking tours, and intimate couple experiences designed for honeymoons and romantic escapes.
A Day at the Beach in San Juan del Sur
Fun in the sun on the beautiful Pacific Coast Beach of popular San Juan del Sur where you may swim, surf, snorkel, wander the shops, gawk at the surfers or lay in a hammock on the beach with a cold beer in your hand… Enjoy lunch at one of the open-air beachfront hotspots, (refreshments and lunch are not included in the price of this excursion). We would need a minimum of 2 participants to travel to San Juan del Sur.
Activity Duration: 8 hours
Activity includes: Transportation from Hacienda Puerta del Cielo to the Beach at San Juan del Sur. Please note that this is trip to the beach and not a guided tour.
Departs by: 8:00 AM returns about 5:30 PM. Lunch away. (Please note that the cost of food and drinks are not included in the price of any of our excursions).
PLEASE NOTE THAT A MINIMUM OF TWO PERSONS ARE REQUIERED TO BOOK THIS TOUR!
Cost:
US$ 129.00/per person (in a group of 2 travelers)
US$ 109.00/per person (in a group of 3 or more travelers)
Masaya Volcano & Artisan Market Night Tour
We will take you on a 30-minute ride through the beautiful countryside of the “Pueblos Blancos,” (white villages), to the Volcano Masaya National Park. This is the only volcano in the western hemisphere where one can drive directly to the rim!
During our ascent to the summit of Volcano Masaya, we will briefly visit the Museum of Volcanology. Upon reaching the summit you will peer into the volcano’s “Mouth of Hell,” (as the crater was dubbed by Friar Francisco de Bobadilla in 1529). The Volcano’s eruption in
4550 BC was one of the largest on Earth in the last 10,000 years! Since first described by the Spanish in `, 19 eruptions have been documented. The Volcano Masaya has been frequently active since the time of the Spanish Conquistadors when an active lava lake prompted attempts by the Spanish to extract the volcano’s molten “gold!”
At El Mercado Antiguo de Masaya, (Old Masaya Market), you may stroll at your leisure through the restored 19th-century open-air Artisans’ Market. Discover a treasure trove of native handicrafts, including handcrafted wooden bowls, carvings, leather goods, artwork, jewelry, embroidered clothing, colorful hammocks, and other Nicaraguan souvenirs. Refreshments on the road and Lunch are not included in the price of the tour.
Duration: 4 hours
Tour includes Transportation from Hacienda Puerta del Cielo to Masaya Volcano National Park, entrance fees to National Park and visits to Masaya’s Art & Craft Center (Mercado Antiguo).
Departs by: 3:00 PM returns about 7:00 PM. Lunch away. (Please note that the cost of food and drinks are not included in the price of any of our excursions).
Cost:
US$ 119.00/one person touring alone;
US$ 79.00/per person (in a tour group of 2);
US$ 69.00/per person (in a tour group of 3 or more)
Colonial City of Granada & Isletas Boat Tour
The Spanish Colonial City of Granada was founded in 1524 by the Conquistador Hernandez de Cordoba and is thought to be the oldest European settlement on the American continent. Picturesque and colorful, Granada is the home of many fine examples of restored colonial-era architecture and it is the hub of Nicaraguan tourism.
We will take you on a short ride to Las Isletas (tiny islands) of Lake Nicaragua where we will embark on a leisurely boat tour. Las Isletas were formed twenty thousand years ago, when an enormous debris avalanche from the northeast flank of Volcán Mombacho formed an archipelago of 365 tiny lava rock islands in Lake Nicaragua (Cocibolca), close to what is now Granada.
Next, we will return to Colonial Granada for a lovely lunch in the bustling city center, (drinks and lunch are not included in the price of this tour). After lunch, you will have a chance to take a step-back-in-time and stroll the historic cobblestone streets that surround the Colonial Central Plaza. You may visit the Chocolate Museum and enjoy homemade chocolate samples . Also, included is a visit to historic La Merced Church, where you may climb the bell tower for a panoramic view of Colonial Granada, (climb is optional).
Duration: 6 hours
Tour includes: Transportation from Hacienda Puerta del Cielo to Granada and the Port, as well as, boat transportation and bell tower entrance fees. Lunch and refreshments are not included in the price.
Departs by: 8:30 AM returns about 3:30 PM. Lunch away. (Please note that the cost of food and drinks are not included in the price of any of our excursions).
Cost:
US$ 149.00/one person touring alone;
US$ 99.00/per person (in a tour group of 2)
US$ 89.00/per person (in a tour group of 3 or more)
Mombacho Cloud Forest Hike & Zip-Line Adventure
At 1344 meters above sea level, Mombacho is considered to be Latin America’s most spectacular Cloud Forest. Home to over 800 species of plants, 174 species of birds and 30 species of reptiles, Mombacho Cloud Forest is a nature lover’s dream! Here you will find a misty, 2,500-acre protected reserve, filled with colorful birds, tree frogs, butterflies, orchids, bromeliads and many other exotic species of flora and fauna.
Your 1.5 km (1 mile) hike on Mombacho’s “Crater Trail,” is a self-guided hike over a clearly marked, (yet somewhat slippery and inclined), hiking path. Average physical ability and good walking shoes are required. Please note that 24 hour advance reservations and additional fees will apply in order to hike on any trail other than the “Crater Trail.” An english speaking Park Ranger with knowledge of the Flora and Fauna of the Park is available an additional cost. Please inquire for availability.
Duration: 5 hours
Departs by: 8:45 AM returns about 3:30 PM. Lunch away. (Please note that the cost of food and drinks are not included in the price of any of our excursions).
HIKE ONLY:
US$ 149.00/for one person;
US$ 99.00/per person (in a tour group of 2)
US$ 89.00/per person (in a tour group of 3 or more)
Mombacho Cloud Forest Hike with Zip-Line Adventure
You may choose to add the “Zip-Line Adventure” to your hike on the “Crater Trail.” During the Zip-Line portion of the tour, you will soar through the tree-tops of the forest canopy and see jungle life from a new perspective. Your expert and safety-certified, English-speaking guides will thoroughly explain the equipment and assist you at every turn, from the moment you leave the ground until you descend back down to the forest floor. Lunch at “Cafe Flores” on the Mombacho’s working Coffee Plantation is not included in the tour price.
Clothing recommendations: Due to the elevation and misty conditions at the summit, you may need a light jacket or cover-up. Closed, comfortable walking or hiking shoes are required and, as always, mosquito repellent is recommended.
Duration: 6 hours
Departs by: 8:45 AM returns about 3:30 PM. Lunch away. (Please note that the cost of food and drinks are not included in the price of any of our excursions).
Hike & Zip:
US$ 159.00/ for one person;
US$ 109.00/per person (in a tour group of 2);
US$ 99.00/per person (in a tour group of 3 or more)
Tour includes: Transportation from Hacienda Puerta del Cielo to Mombacho Nature Reserve, entrance fees to Reserve, an English-speaking hiking guide on Mombacho’s “Crater Trail.” If Zip-Line Adventure is chosen, Zip-line fees and certified guides are also included. Please note that 24 hour advance reservations and additional fees will apply in order to hike on any trail other than the “Crater Trail.”
Please note: Mombacho Tours are time sensitive and must depart the Hacienda no later than 8:45 am.
Catarina Viewpoint & Pottery Village Tour
Your tour begins in San Juan del Oriente, at the rustic studio of a Master Potter, whose authentic and beautiful craftsmanship is internationally recognized. Craftsmen demonstrate how they continue the ancient traditions involved in creating and decorating pottery in the same manner as their Meso-American ancestors. Here, you will have a chance to buy handmade ceramics directly from the artists as a memento of your visit to Nicaragua!
Next, visit neighboring Catarina; a windswept and picturesque hilltop town, known for its colorful flower gardens & spectacular views. Great spot for photo ops or strolling through the small craft shops.
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Departs at: 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Lunch away. (Please note that the cost of food and drinks are not included in the price of any of our excursions).
Tour includes: Transportation from Hacienda Puerta del Cielo to the pottery village of S. J. Oriente and then to the “Mirador” of Catarina, as well as, entry fees.
Cost:
US$ 99.00/one person touring alone;
US$ 69.00/per person (in a tour group of 2)
US$ 59.00/per person (in a tour group of 3 or more)
Apoyo Lagoon Swim & Kayak in Crater Lake!
Laguna de Apoyo is an unspoiled, deep blue, crater lake, which was formed 23,000 years ago when the Apoyo Volcano exploded. Now dormant, it is a protected national treasure. Here you may swim, kayak, paddle board, sunbathe on a swim platform or simply relax in a hammock and enjoy the view while enjoying a cool beverage. Drinks and food can be purchased at the lakeside Tiki-hut, (refreshments and lunch is not included in the price of this activity). Kayaks, boards, life-vests, changing rooms and showers are included in the price of this activity.
Activity Duration: 5 hours
Activity includes: Transportation from Hacienda Puerta del Cielo to Laguna de Apoyo and entrance fees.
Please note that this is not a guided tour.
Our driver will escort you to Laguna de Apoyo, wereupon you will be free to choose how you spend your day! You may kayak and swim or simply relax lakeside with a cook drink in your hand!
Departs by: 9:oo AM returns about 3:00 PM. Lunch and drinks may be purchased lakeside. (Please note that the cost of food and drinks are not included in the price of any of our excursions).
Cost:
US$ 89.00/one person alone;
US$ 49.00/per person (in a group of 2)
US$ 39.00/per person (in a group of 3 or more)