6-Days South Nicaragua

Bilingual Local Guides

Every step of the journey, EN/ES

Fully Inclusive

Meals, transport & entrance fees covered

Untouched Rainforest

One of Central America's most biodiverse reserves

The Adventure

Six days in the jungle of Southern Nicaragua

Spend six unforgettable days exploring the most remote corners of southern Nicaragua. Camp deep in the rainforest, spot incredible wildlife, meet welcoming local communities, and experience places that few travellers ever get to visit. It’s an adventure that brings together nature, culture, and the simple joy of being outdoors.

Activities

What's included

Day-by-Day

Your Itinerary

A rough guide to each day, timings flex a little with river and weather conditions.

Day 1- Travelday to Indio Maiz

We kick off the adventure with a 3:30 AM pick-up and drive to San Carlos, where we'll enjoy breakfast before boarding a traditional local boat along the San Juan River. In El Castillo, our local guide is waiting to take us deep into the Indio Maíz Biological Reserve, where our off-grid jungle adventure begins.

Day 2 - Indio Maiz Reserve

After breakfast, it's time to choose your adventure. Go hiking, try canoeing, fishing, birdwatching or one of the other activities while keeping an eye out for sloths, monkeys, caimans and other jungle animals. After sunset, we'll head onto the river for a night boat tour, when the rainforest comes alive.

Day 3 - Another day in the reserve

Wake up to the sounds of the rainforest and choose your next adventure. Explore more of Indio Maíz and try chocolate making, or tortilla and cheese making while keeping an eye out for the incredible wildlife that calls this reserve home. After dark, we'll head into the jungle for an exciting night hike.

Day 4 - Los Guatuzos

After breakfast, we leave Indio Maíz behind and take the boat to San Carlos. Our guide will take us into the beautiful Los Guatuzos Wildlife Refuge, where we'll enjoy lunch before exploring the reserve by boat and, if time allows, a hike. In the afternoon, we continue to the Solentiname Islands, where a delicious dinner awaits.

Day 5 - Solentiname Islands

This morning, we'll discover the story of Ernesto Cardenal, the famous Nicaraguan poet, priest and artist who transformed the Solentiname Islands into a unique community known for its art and culture. After lunch, we'll join a traditional balsa wood handicraft workshop. We finish the day with a peaceful sunset boat tour.

Day 6 - Back to Granada/Managua

Enjoy a slow morning on the Solentiname Islands. If you feel like one last adventure, you can join an optional fishing trip before lunch. After lunch we'll take the boat back to San Carlos, where our driver will be waiting to bring us back to Granada or Managua, ending six days exploring southern Nicaragua.

What's included

All national park & reserve entrance fees
Breakfasts, lunches & dinner (vegetarian available)
Bilingual guides throughout
Round-trip transport from Granada or Managua
Camping and cabañas
Private boat transportation to Solentiname and Los Guatuzos

What to bring

Insect repellent & sunscreen
Light rain jacket & quick-dry clothing
Longsleeve and long pants
Comfortable closed shoes
Day backpack
Your camera to capture unforgettable memories

Why This Trip

Camp in the reserve

The 6 days South Nicaragua tour begins with an early 3:30 AM pickup as we make our way to San Carlos for breakfast before boarding the boat to the historic riverside village of El Castillo. Here, your local guide welcomes you before leading you into the Indio Maíz Biological Reserve, one of the largest and most biodiverse rainforests in Central America. Our jungle basecamp will be your home for the next few days. You’ll have a shower and comfortable camping facilities, but no phone signal or internet, giving you the perfect chance to truly disconnect and enjoy life surrounded by nature.

The best part? You decide how adventurous your days will be. Choose from activities including jungle hikes, night hikes, night boat tours, canoeing, fishing, horseback riding, birdwatching, swimming, chocolate making, tortilla and cheese making, or simply relax and enjoy the sounds of the rainforest. Along the way, you might spot sloths, monkeys, caimans, colourful birds, spiders, snakes and countless other species that call Indio Maíz home. Every day is different, making this one of the most immersive nature experiences Nicaragua has to offer.

$885

Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour starts.

Why This Trip

Los Guatuzos & Solentiname Islands

After leaving El Castillo, we travel back to San Carlos, where our private boat is ready to take us into the peaceful wetlands of Los Guatuzos Wildlife Refuge. While cruising through the reserve, we’ll keep an eye out for wildlife before stopping for lunch along the way. Later that day, we continue to the beautiful Solentiname Archipelago, where a delicious home-cooked dinner and warm local hospitality await.

The following day is all about discovering the unique culture of the islands. We’ll learn about Ernesto Cardenal, the famous Nicaraguan priest, poet, artist and peace activist who founded the artistic community on Solentiname and helped put these islands on the map. After lunch, you’ll join a traditional balsa wood handicraft workshop, where local artisans teach you the techniques that have been passed down for generations. As the sun begins to set, we’ll head out for a peaceful boat tour across the lake before spending one final evening on the islands. On our last day, we return to San Carlos after lunch before driving back to Granada or Managua, bringing an unforgettable six-day adventure through southern Nicaragua to a close.

What our guests say.

    
 
 
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   Tim Kuik 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I assume the rooms are very good, as is their service, coffee and help with tours and anything you would like to do in and around León and further beyond. The place is run by local guide Leo and Dutch Margarita. Highly recommended to enquire after the guided tours of León. Also the best coffee in town. And smoothies.
  
 
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   Lina Walder 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wir haben drei Nächte im Casa Mundo Verde verbracht und waren mit allem sehr zufrieden. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, alle waren super freundlich und zuvorkommend. Wir haben tolle Touren gebucht und auch hier wurde auf jeden Wunsch eingegangen. Das Frühstück war super und auch zum Verweilen lädt das Café ein. Der Oreo Cheesecake war hammer! Sehr gutes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis unserer Meinung nach. Ein toller ruhiger Ort in mitten der vollen Stadt. Vielen Dank, wir würden uns jederzeit wieder dafür entscheiden.
  
 
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   Gianna Savarino 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wir hatten eine wirklich tolle Zeit hier! Die Gastgeber waren total herzlich und hilfsbereit. Sie haben uns bei der Organisation unserer Touren geholfen und uns auch wieder abgeholt. Man merkt einfach, dass ihnen ihre Gäste wirklich am Herzen liegen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl und willkommen gefühlt und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Absolute Empfehlung!
  
 
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   Luke O'Neill 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leo and Margarita were absolutely brilliant so great to chat to, we had really good conversation each day. Both are amazing hosts and super accommodating. Its a must stay for anyone in Leon Nicaragua and do the walking tour with Leo too, super informative!! Will be back if I come back to Nicaragua!
  
 
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   Bart Dieleman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A very nice new place in León. Good location, hygienic, friendly people, and their coffee is the best. We were also happy with the price/quality and their great breakfast.
  
 
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   Henry Rueda 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service and super recommend in Leon, really good coffee.
  
 
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   Luis Salgado 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We stayed 4 nights in Casa Mundo Verde and Leonel & Margreet completely transformed our experience of Leon simply by being so nice and so helpful. They organize cooking classes with traditional Nicaraguan food, walking tours and other activities. They work together with other tours so they were able to arrange anything we asked for. We were lucky to be in town during the traditional feast of Gritaria Chica, and Leonel instantly created a walking tour to allow the guests to experience the feast like a local. We had a lot of fun getting to know the tradition and collecting candies. If you are lucky enough to have half our experience in here, you're in for a great time. Oh, and they run in place a nice coffee shop, with very good local coffee and delicious cakes. Our room was also very nice, it was large, very clean and very comfortable beds. This is a very new place, it opened just a month ago, but I believe it will be one of the most popular in a short time.
  
 
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   Clara Costa 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The recently opened Casa Mundo Verde is run by the nicest and most dynamic couple -  Leo and Margreet -  you'll ever meet in Nicaragua. Their concept Coffee. Stay. Culture captured us. And you will get all your questions patiently answered ❤️.
  
 
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   Sara Spelier 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super lieve en gastvrije mensen. Lekkere matcha’s gedronken!
  
 
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   נחמה עזר 
 
 
 
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Questions, answered.

Still curious? Write to us we reply in under a day, usually with coffee in hand.

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts with an early morning pickup from Granada or Managua. If you’re staying somewhere else, let us know in advance and we’ll see what we can arrange.

What is included in the 6 Days South Nicaragua Tour?

The tour includes transportation, boat transfers, accommodation, camping equipment, meals as listed in the itinerary, local guides, entrance fees and all activities included in the program.

What activities can I choose in Indio Maíz?

During your stay in Indio Maíz Biological Reserve, you can choose from activities such as jungle hiking, night hikes, night boat tours, fishing, horseback riding, birdwatching, swimming, chocolate making, and tortilla and cheese making. Every day can be different.

What wildlife can we see?

Southern Nicaragua is one of the best places in the country to spot wildlife. Depending on the season and a bit of luck, you may see sloths, monkeys, caimans, turtles, colourful birds, snakes, spiders and many other fascinating animals.

What makes the 6 Days South Nicaragua tour unique?

This tour combines two incredible nature reserves, Indio Maíz and Los Guatuzos, with the unique culture of the Solentiname Islands. From camping in the rainforest and spotting wildlife to meeting local communities, learning traditional crafts,= and watching the sunset over Lake Nicaragua, it’s one of the most complete and authentic adventures in the country.