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Nicaragua Culture and Volcano Tour: One Day Expedition from Costa Rica
4.9
68 Ratings
Liberia
Experience the vibrant culture and breathtaking natural wonders of Nicaragua on a one-day tour from Costa Rica. Explore active and extinct volcanoes, visit a colonial city, and immerse yourself in the local flora, fauna, and culture.
Experience the vibrant culture and breathtaking natural wonders of Nicaragua on a one-day tour from Costa Rica. Explore active and extinct volcanoes, visit a colonial city, and immerse yourself in the local flora, fauna, and culture.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Granada - The oldest colonial city on the American continent that remains in its original location. It preserves both Colonial and Neoclassical architecture. Experience a journey back in time by strolling through the main plaza or taking a ride in a horse-drawn carriage.
- ChocoMuseo Granada - Delight in a chocolate tasting and sample…
- Granada - The oldest colonial city on the American continent that remains in its original location. It preserves both Colonial and Neoclassical architecture. Experience a journey back in time by strolling through the main plaza or taking a ride in a horse-drawn carriage.
- ChocoMuseo Granada - Delight in a chocolate tasting and sample traditional liquors, while learning about the history of chocolate in an entertaining way.
- Laguna de Apoyo - The largest crater lake in Central America is at your feet, situated near the artisan town of Catarina. It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for souvenirs at great prices.
- Marina Cocibolca - Take a boat ride on Nicaragua’s magnificent Lake Cocibolca to enjoy the beauty of nature.
What's Included
- Shopping time
- All taxes, fees and border charges included
- Transport within Nicaragua
- Bilingual guide services
- Lunch provided
- Monkey watching in the jungle
- Breakfast included
- Transportation within Costa Rica
- Shopping time
- All taxes, fees and border charges included
- Transport within Nicaragua
- Bilingual guide services
- Lunch provided
- Monkey watching in the jungle
- Breakfast included
- Transportation within Costa Rica
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Horse Carriage
- Tips
- *Connections from the hotels out of Liberia city (ask for the extra pay in cash)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Horse Carriage
- Tips
- *Connections from the hotels out of Liberia city (ask for the extra pay in cash)
Additional Information
Are you holidaying in Costa Rica? Seize the chance to explore a second country on this vacation! Our one-day tour to Nicaragua promises a refreshing change of culture. Widely recognized as the land of lakes and volcanoes, the tour lives up to its reputation. Experience an active volcano up close, view an extinct one, capture the distinctive shades of a…
Are you holidaying in Costa Rica? Seize the chance to explore a second country on this vacation! Our one-day tour to Nicaragua promises a refreshing change of culture. Widely recognized as the land of lakes and volcanoes, the tour lives up to its reputation. Experience an active volcano up close, view an extinct one, capture the distinctive shades of a colonial city, marvel at the breathtaking landscapes, rich flora, fauna, and culture.
Sites on the itinerary include:
Masaya Active Volcano.
Viewpoint of Apoyo/Crater Lake
Souvenir Market
The Colonial City of Granada
Bird and Monkey Observation
Chocolate or Pottery Workshop.
When it comes to safety, Clama Tour employs professionals to ensure a seamless experience and assist with border processes.
Please Note: A minimum of 4 individuals is required for a private tour. Mandatory requirement by Nicaragua’s government: Covid vaccination card or PCR Covid Test.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- A country on category B Must pay Nicaraguan Visa.
- With the purpose in providing the best experience for your family, Kids are allowed only on the private option
- Not recommended for those who are easily car sick
Location
Santa Rosa Plaza
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Santa Rosa mall is located in the main intersection of Liberia Highway, any bus to Liberia can drop you off there, meeting point is next to BAC (bank).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(68 Ratings)
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Getaway35942314861
Feb 24, 2025
Day trip to Nicaragua - We chose this day trip since we were staying in Liberia meaning the Nicaraguan border is close. This trip involves a lot of driving, and it's a long day, so be prepared. Gustavo helped us through immigration on the Costa Rican side, and Elmer met us at the Nicaraguan immigration station. Both crossings were very easy. I really enjoyed learning about the Nicaraguan culture. We took a ride around Lake Nicaragua which has within it 365 islands that people live on. Howler Monkeys in the trees. We enjoyed a traditional Nicaraguan lunch including a beer. Granda is an old colonial town. The part I did not like was being bombarded near the church/town square by people selling things. It was hard for them to accept no. In general, this trip was a great choice as I don't know that I'd ever visit otherwise.
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Amy_k
Feb 21, 2025
Loved this tour! - What a great variety of items on the schedule for this tour! History- great food, beautiful scenery, knowledgeable tour guides, friendly drivers. Loved the boat ride and views - highly recommend- great way to learn about Nicaragua culture
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Faraway43384356648
Jan 9, 2025
Amazing day in Nicaragua full of fun, culture and adventure!! - Our family had an awesome experience with Marlene Rivas from Clamatour. The Nicaragua day trip was a great experience visiting amazing view points, relishing their delicious breakfast and lunch, wonderful horse carriage ride & chocolate tasting in Granada and scenic boat ride on Lake Nicaragua. Overall the trip was a memorable day visiting a new country and exploring their culture. Thanks to Clamatour for organizing it & I would highly recommend Marlene for your day trip to Nicaragua from Liberia Costa Rica!!
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Cheryl_s
Dec 26, 2024
Marlene’s Nicaragua Tour is the best! - We love the tour! Marlene was prompt with our queries and pick up was inclusive and on time.
We had an exciting custom crossing, fully assisted by Marlene ( at Costa Rica side ) and was smoothly passed over to her partner at Nicaragua ( couldn’t properly spell his name ).
As we were travelling during holiday season… Without their help with custom crossing, we could have been stuck for more than 2-3hours… we are really thankful we have got them!
Over at Nicaragua, we have a private tour, our guide was always around and we felt 100% safe all the time.
Will really recommend Marlene and her team!
Thanks to them .. we managed to have more time in Nicaragua…
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Errol_d
Jul 23, 2024
Nicaraguan Tour from Costa Rica Ought to be a MUST on any visitor’s list - From beginning to end this tour was absolutely amazing! Thanks for the professional services, courtesy and passion of both of our tour guides Marlene in Costa Rica and Gasper in Nicaragua. We love your knowledge, passion, and people skills. The food, Granada city tour, lake island hopping tour chocolate factory tours were absolutely superb and exceptional! Thanks to Angel of the chocolate factory for educating us about chocolate in such a fantastic, fun and jovial way. Viva Nicaragua we would this tour again!
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Julie_o
Jul 11, 2024
Just do it! - We had an amazing trip! Marlene on the Costa Rican side and Gaspar on the Nicaraguan side were incredible. They took care of everything for us and we learned so much history and culture in addition to the sightseeing. Highly recommend!
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X7933wikathyc
May 10, 2024
See lots of sights! - Wonderful trip - very comprehensive tour and we learned a lot about this beautiful country! We enjoyed an authentic breakfast and lunch as well.
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Viki_n
Dec 23, 2023
One Day Tour in Nicaragua from Liberia - Our guide, Gaspar, was knowledgeable, patient, understanding, and thoughtful! He gave us time to shop, to eat and to look around and nap! Our driver, Eric, was a considerate and safe driver! Pick up at our hotel was on time and Marlene, who set up our trip, was there to greet us and kindly gave us all the information we needed and kindly gave us time to gather our things and use the restroom before we left! She was an awesome communicator! The tour was worth all that we paid and the four of us had such a great time and felt for only a day in Nicaragua, we had a peek inside their beautiful country. We loved everything from the active volcano, tour of Granada, the delicious breakfast and lunch in Granada, there were options for lunch, chicken, beef, burrito and hamburgers! We had three of them and they were all delicious! The boat ride on the lake was so very beautiful and Lucy the monkey came down from her tree to say hello! We cannot think of anything we disliked! My tip is Bring A Waterproof Light Jacket, because it can rain at any moment! We highly recommend this tour❣️
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Chalais_m
Dec 18, 2023
Pick this tour! - Uriel and Marlene were so great that I am coming back to write this review in December after a trip in July. The small group made the experience so much more enjoyable and the conditions worked out great to see the magma! I bought a cool hat on top of the volcano and both Uriel and Marlene were super knowledgeable and easy to talk to. We ran into Marlene later in the trip and it was like seeing an old friend. Highly recommend visiting Costa Rica/ Nicaragua and taking this tour!
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Foodfinancetravel
Dec 9, 2023
Not really private but amazing still - The tour itself is amazing. The people are amazing. My only complaint is I was expecting a private tour and found out the day of that there would be others joining us. Thankfully, it was an amazing couple but the tour should be advertised as semi-private. Also, of they gave me the option to buy all 4 seats to make it truly private, I would of done so. Im still glad I went. NICARAGUA is amazing!
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