Nicaragua Day Trip

Leave Costa Rica behind and spend a day in Nicaragua: explore the historic town of Granada and discover the spectacular volcanic landscapes of the Masaya National Park.

Nicaragua Day Trip from Guanacaste

On the excursion day, pickup will be from your hotel in Guanacaste in the morning. After border crossing into Nicaragua, the first stop will be Lake Nicaragua, where a boat ride will allow a closer look at the Nicaraguan islets and a visit to enjoy traditional Nicaraguan cuisine.

The tour continues to Granada, where a guided tour of the historic center of Nicaragua's oldest city awaits. Located on the coast of Lake Cocibolca, you'll explore the city’s rich cultural heritage and significant indigenous legacy by admiring its key landmarks, including the Cathedral, a notable yellow colonial-style building.

Post-Granada, the tour will visit the Masaya Volcano National Park for a hike between the craters of the San Fernando and San Juan Volcanoes. Enjoy picturesque views of the surrounding hills.

Before concluding your tour, a stop at the Masaya Handicraft Market for souvenirs will be made, along with a view from the Catarina Volcano viewpoint. You'll return to the Costa Rica border and then to your hotel in Guanacaste approximately 14 hours after departure.

Hotel pickup

During reservation, choose your pickup location in Guanacaste. The pickup time varies by area:

Zone 1: Pickup is between 4:40 and 5 am for hotels between Peninsula Papagayo and Playa Mansita.Zone 2: Pickup is at 7 am for hotels in Bahia de Salinas.