Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica
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Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica

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About this experience

Visit Nicaragua with the safety and comfort of a group day trip from Costa Rica. In addition, with all the logistics covered in advance is a round trip boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to visit the islands of Granada, we will have the chocolate presentation and the cigar presentation, you will also be able to get a carriage ride. In the city of Granada, visit the Laguna de Apoyo, go do the extreme activity, beautiful to visit the Masaya volcano, visit the craft market.
includes breakfast and lunch also taxes from both countries and round trip transportation

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Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica

Pickup included

What's included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle

Detailed itinerary

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We leave from any hotel in Guanacaste and passing through this city of Guanacaste Liberia without stopping at the site, we go straight to make the most of the time.

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When we are crossing through the city of Liberia and we know that we will not stop we continue our route to the border in a place called Peñas Blancas the estimated time to this place is approximately 40 minutes in this place you do not have to worry because our company has already taken care of paying taxes out of Costa Rica and those of the entrance to Nicaragua all this to offer the maximum possible comfort throughout your trip, we worry about the details you worry about enjoying, if we stop can be between 15 to 20 minutes but by the line of trucks entering and leaving the country, but there are always the national authorities of Costa Rica regulating the passage for the safety of all.

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after we passed the border we advance about 20 to 25 minutes approximately and we arrive at the famous lake of Nicaragua ometepe island in the city of Rivas here in this section or place is where you can take pictures with your partner, friends, family, it is a beautiful adventure from start to finish, here you can appreciate this wonderful place and above all take a nice souvenir of this beautiful lake, this department of Rivas is very famous for having this wonder, when we arrived and after taking pictures you can have breakfast or if you prefer you can have breakfast first and then appreciate the place and the area.

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When we finish here we continue with our trip to the city of Granada in approximately 1 hour we are in the place, when we arrive to this city we take a boat in the lake and we embark to an island where you can have the experience of enlistment of monkeys, spiders and different islands that are around, logically during the whole tour you can take pictures and feel like in a real expedition to Nicaragua is the sensation that we try to make you feel. This tour will take you about 25 minutes and you will enjoy it.

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We continue our stay in the wonderful city of Granada, after taking the boat tour we leave the water and already on land you can take another activity which is the famous horseback ride with a carriage and feel the experience of touring the city as did the ancestors or a time ago. We take you to see the oldest city in Central America, our guide will explain the sculptures, monuments and the history that each one has to tell us, when you have already toured the city we pass by a place where cigars and chocolote are made so you can learn about this manufacturing process and see how it is made and if you want you can buy one of them. This tour can take you about 1 hour.

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Stop 6

Then after being in this wonderful place doing cultural tour, history tour we will go to the lake las catarina this means that it is a point a kind of island that contains a lake called las catarinas, here you can see from far away this landscape with a blue color in front you can see the clouds is such a beautiful landscape, in the place there are people playing music from time to time, you can see with a bonoculars.

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Stop 7

The guide will explain the route to these volcanoes, they have erupted several times in recent history, they were feared by both the indigenous peoples and the Spanish conquerors. They baptized the active volcano “La Boca Del Infierno” and planted a cross, “La Cruz de Bobadilla”, near the crater in the 16th century to exorcise the Devil, the park is also inhabited by many species of animals, such as: coyotes , skunks, raccoons, opossums, deer, iguanas and howler monkeys and white face, if we are lucky we can see some, sometimes they do not come out because they are in their habitat, but usually people are excited to see the lava live, direct a unique experience
First we will make a stop at the Visitor Center to learn about the history of the place and then we will go up in the vehicle to the highest point of the volcano to observe the lava, it is a unique spectacle, after doing this we will have a typical Creole lunch. very delicious

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When you have finished eating your delicious lunch and going to the bathroom, drinking water, finally we will go to the Oriental Craft Market, in this place we will go shopping so that you can take your time seeing what it has to offer and buy some souvenir , souvenir, gifts for your family and after this we will conclude the tour of NIcaragua and return to Costa Rica

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Boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to visit the islands of Granada

What's not included

tips

Available languages

Guide guide
EN ES

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Important information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

About Playa Hermosa

Playa Hermosa is a stunning beach located in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica, known for its pristine white sand, clear turquoise waters, and lush surroundings. It's a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil beach experience.

Top Attractions

Playa Hermosa

A beautiful beach with white sand and clear turquoise waters, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing.

Beach Full day Free

Las Catalinas

A small, charming village with a rich history and beautiful architecture.

Historical Half day Free

Rincón de la Vieja National Park

A national park with diverse wildlife, hiking trails, and volcanic activity.

Nature Full day Moderate

Must-Try Local Dishes

Gallo Pinto

A traditional Costa Rican breakfast dish made with rice and beans.

Breakfast Vegetarian

Ceviche

A seafood dish made with fresh raw fish cured in fresh citrus juices and spiced with ají or chili pepper.

Lunch Contains seafood

Arroz con Pollo

A dish of chicken and rice, similar to paella.

Dinner Contains poultry

Popular Activities

Hiking Surfing Snorkeling Beach lounging Sunbathing Swimming Visiting historic sites Local markets

Best Time to Visit

December to April

This is the dry season with sunny days and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for beach activities and outdoor adventures.

25-30°C 77-86°F

Practical Information

Language

  • Official: Spanish
  • Widely spoken: English
  • English: Moderately spoken

Currency

Costa Rican Colón (CRC)

Time Zone

GMT-6

Electricity

120VV, 60HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe

Playa Hermosa is generally safe for travelers, but petty crime can occur. Be cautious with your belongings and avoid walking alone at night.

Important Precautions:
  • • Keep valuables secure
  • • Use reputable taxi services
  • • Avoid walking alone at night

Getting there

By air
  • Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport • 30 km
By bus

Liberia Bus Terminal

Getting around

Public transport

Buses are available but not very frequent. They are a budget-friendly option for getting around.

Taxis

Available

Rentals

Car, Bike

Neighborhoods

Playa Hermosa Las Catalinas

Day trips

Rincón de la Vieja National Park
50 km • Full day

A national park with diverse wildlife, hiking trails, and volcanic activity.

Las Catalinas
10 km • Half day

A small, charming village with a rich history and beautiful architecture.

Festivals

Fiestas de Palmares • January Carnaval de Limón • October

Pro tips

  • Visit during the shoulder seasons for fewer crowds and lush green landscapes.
  • Rent a car for flexibility and convenience.
  • Explore the local markets for fresh produce and souvenirs.
  • Try the local coffee and fresh seafood.
  • Be cautious with your belongings and avoid walking alone at night.
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  • Min travelers: 1
  • Max travelers: 15
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