Tamarindo , Costa Rica

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

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15h

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About this experience

Explore all of Nicaragua's most famous highlights all in one day from Costa Rica!

You will see a dormant volcano crater, the active Masaya Crater, go shopping at the artisan markets, explore the colonial town of Granada, and go on a boat ride viewing the islets of Lake Nicaragua, and even get to feed monkeys!

Available options

Private Day Tour

Private Transport & Guide<br/>Pickup included

Shared Group Tour

Shared Transport & Guide<br/>Pickup included

Overnight in Granada

Overnight in Granada: Our Day Tour, with return to Costa Rica the next day. Hotel not Included. Subject to Availability.<br/>Pickup included

What's included

Hotel, Condo, or House pickup and drop-off

National Park fees

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Bottled water

Lunch

Breakfast

Detailed itinerary

4:00 am

4:30 am

4:20 am

4:30 am

You will picked up from your hotel promptly and taken to the border where your guide will help you in every step of the crossing, which takes about 30 minutes. The guide will make the process easy for you and will take care of all of the passport paperwork and visas. From here we will travel to eat a hearty breakfast to start off the day.

4:50 am

Stop 7 Pass by

4:30 am

5:30 am - Secrets Papagayo, Villas Sol, Occidental Papagayo, Mangroove

5:20 am

6:00 am

Here you will enjoy an incredible view over the dormant volcano crater, Granada, and Lake Nicaragua. You will be allowed to walk around freely for a while before getting back in the bus and heading to the next stop.

Stop 12

Do some shopping for inexpensive souvenirs and experience the Nicaraguan life style before sitting down for a typical Nicaraguan lunch.

Stop 13

An active volcano where you will have the opportunity to stand right next to its crater and hear it rumbling and spewing of gases. An incredible, rare sight.

Stop 14

An old Colonial town near Lake Nicaragua. Stop at La Merced Church, considered one of the most beautiful buildings of Granada. It is flanked by a large tower that houses the church bells. You will ascend the stairs and reach the roof of the church. From here, you’ll have a panoramic city view of Granada, Mombacho Volcano, and Nicaragua Lake with the islets. This is the perfect place to take pictures of the beautiful city and the surroundings.

Your last stop is a one hour boat ride in Lake Nicaragua viewing the Nicarguan Islets around sunset. Your guide will stop by Monkey Island consisting only of monkeys that will come out and take food from your guide on the boat! You will then head back to Costa Rica, stopping on the way to pick up some snacks for the ride home.

What's not included

Gratuities

Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood - $50 transport fee per booking, not per person

Las Catalinas - $50 pick-up fee per booking, not per person

Available languages

Guide guide

EN ES

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Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants. Please bring your passport on the day of your tour

Entry to Nicaragua: Send photo of passport to info@nativesway.com or WhatsApp

Your departure Ticket that proof of flight out of Costa Rica

If your hotel is not listed, contact us for quoting

It is prohibited to enter the country of Nicaragua with the following items: all kinds of Drones, all kinds of Binoculars, including those for Night vision, and any object considered for professional, journalistic, and similar audiovisual reproduction.

Meeting point

Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood - $50 transportation fee per booking not per person. Billed separately

Important notes

Requirements

- You need to send us your passport photo as soon as you make the reservation
- Please bring your passport on the day of your tour, NOT a copy.
- Proof of exiting Costa Rica within 180 days of tour date (flight itinerary or bus ticket) This is shown when you return to Costa Rica after the tour.

ASK OUR TEAM OF EXPERTS IF YOU NEED A SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT DUE TO YOUR NATIONALITY OR PASSPORT

Overnight option:

- Hotel is NOT Included, but let us know if you need help with this. Please send us what hotel you will be staying at, what date you will be returning to Costa Rica and your drop off location in Costa Rica.

What to Bring

- Comfortable walking shoes
- Actual Passport - NO COPIES OR PHOTOS
- Flight Itinerary (printed or mobile)
- Sunscreen
- Rain Jacket/Dry Bag
- Insect Repellent
- Refillable Water Bottle
- Extra spending money for souvenirs (USD)

Transportation Info:

We pick up from the hotels, condos and private residences in the following areas:

Hacienda Pinilla/JW Marriott: 4:00 AM
Langosta/Tamarindo Hotels, Condos, Apartments, Houses: 4:30 AM
Conchal (W/Westin Conchal), Brasilito Hotels, Condos, Apartments, Houses: 4:45 AM
Playa Grande, Flamingo, Potrero Hotels, Condos, Apartments, Houses: 4:30 AM
Catalinas: 4:15 AM ($50 extra per booking, not per customer)
RIU Hotels Main Security Gate, Not the Lobby: 5:00 AM
Playas del Coco Hotels, Condos, Houses: 5:20 AM
Playa Hermosa & Panama (Occ/Secrts Papagayo, Villas Sol, Condovac, Mangroove): 5:30 AM
Liberia Peri Supermarket: 6:00 AM
Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood: 5:20 AM ($50 extra per booking, not per customer)
Dreams Las Mareas: 6:00am

Pick up times above are an estimate. We will send you an official pick up time the day before the tour. Please be ready outside 10 minutes before your scheduled pick up time, but it can take up to 20 minutes longer depending on the day's pick up schedule and traffic.

About Tamarindo

Tamarindo is a vibrant coastal town in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica, renowned for its stunning beaches, world-class surfing, and lively nightlife. It's a popular destination for travelers seeking both adventure and relaxation in a tropical paradise.

Top Attractions

Tamarindo Beach

A long, sandy beach known for its great waves, perfect for surfing and sunbathing. The beach is lined with restaurants, bars, and shops.

Beach Half day to full day Free

Playa Langosta

A quieter beach located just north of Tamarindo, known for its beautiful sunsets and turtle nesting sites.

Nature Half day Free

Las Baulas National Marine Park

A protected area for the endangered leatherback turtles, offering guided night tours during nesting season.

Nature Half day to full day Moderate

Must-Try Local Dishes

Gallo Pinto

A traditional Costa Rican breakfast dish made with rice and beans, often served with eggs, tortillas, and natilla (sour cream).

Breakfast Vegetarian

Ceviche

Fresh raw fish marinated in lime juice, mixed with onions, peppers, and cilantro. Often served with tortilla chips or patacones (fried plantains).

Appetizer Contains seafood, can be made gluten-free

Casado

A typical Costa Rican lunch dish consisting of rice, beans, salad, plantains, and a choice of meat or fish.

Lunch Can be made vegetarian or vegan

Popular Activities

Surfing Snorkeling Hiking Beachcombing Sunbathing Spa treatments Local markets Art galleries

Best Time to Visit

December to April

This is the dry season with plenty of sunshine, ideal for beach activities and outdoor adventures. The weather is perfect for surfing, snorkeling, and exploring the nearby national parks.

24-32°C 75-90°F