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The island of Ometepe, made up of the Maderas and Concepción volcanoes, is a popular tourist destination surrounded by the waters of Lake Nicaragua. Here tourists can discover natural landscapes, amazing wildlife and fascinating towns. A lovely way to explore part of the island is by kayaking along the Istián River, which flows through the isthmus separating the two volcanoes.
read more..Located in the Esteli department of Nicaragua, San Juan de Limay is best known for its soapstone sculptures and Pre-Columbian ruins. Though not a mainstream tourist destination, this beautiful town amidst the mountains is well worth the visit.
read more..Balgue is located on the Island of Ometepe near the city of Maderas. This small village is situated on the bus route, and is the last stop from Altagracia, with the roads leading out further from Balgue being very rocky and difficult to navigate. There are, however, other smaller villages further on, and Balgue and these villages are surrounded by breathtaking forests and natural wonders. Balgue might be small in comparison to other destinations on the island and does not feature many luxuries, but visiting the village is recommended as it does have numerous attractions and activities to offer.
read more..Covering an estimated twenty thousand square kilometers, the Bosawas Biosphere Reserve has earned the status of being the second biggest rainforest that can be found in the entire Western Hemisphere (with the largest being the Brazilian Amazon), consisting of breathtaking hills blanketed in tropical forest vegetation. It is located in the northern region of Nicaragua, and its beauty rises from is magnificent biodiversity. Nature enthusiasts will be overwhelmed not only by its size but by its rich animal and plant life.
read more..Recognizing the need to preserve the country's environment and ecosystems, authorities in Nicaragua have designated 78 reserve areas – one of these being the Chiltepe Peninsula Natural Reserve. The reserve is named for the volcanic dome of Chiltepe which, as part of the Apoyeque stratovolcano, forms the peninsula of the reserve jutting out into Lake Managua on the southern shore. The fact that the reserve is only fifteen kilometers to the northwest of Nicaragua's capital city, Managua, makes it a popular leisure and eco-tourism destination for local city dwellers, as well as for visitors to this fascinating Central American country.
read more..Located in the Boaco Department, Nicaragua, is the quaint city of Teustepe, which is blanketed in historical buildings, a laid back atmosphere, and the subtle signs of modernization slowly creeping into the lives of locals. It is situated approximately ninety kilometers from the city of Managua. It only has an estimated population of three thousand five hundred and locals maintain their livelihood through the agricultural sector. They are well respected for the livestock farming, which produces more than twenty thousand units. Small scale tourism operations are also now beginning to thrive.
read more..Exactly how the town of Gigante got its name is open for debate, as there are numerous stories in regard to where the giants foot imprint is, from which the name is derived. But it really does not matter how this destination got its name, as there is one fact that is undisputed, and that is that Gigante is one of the most picturesque destinations in Nicaragua. It is peaceful, with locals living simple lives, while being surrounded by unmatched beauty. It is also a favorite vacation spot for Nicaraguans, especially families.
read more..Just outside of Managua is the Masaya National Park, which is not only home to the Masaya Volcano but was also one of the first national parks to be protected in Nicaragua. The Masaya caldera was formed by a basaltic ignimbrite eruption that occurred two thousand five hundred years ago. It has two cones within its basaltic complex, namely the Nindiri and Masaya cones. The Nindiri cone is home to pit craters that include the Nindiri crater, the Masaya crater, the Sand Pedro crater and the Santiago crater. The Santiago crater has been a hive of activity on this ancient volcano and is the most popular crater for tourists to visit.
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