Lake Nicaragua
Zip-wiring/Ashley Toft ACTIVE NICARAGUA 16 DAYS – BEST OF NICARAGUA FROM PACIFIC TO CARIBBEAN
From zip-wiring through tree-top canopies to climbing an active volcano, Nicaragua is a wonderful destination for a family adventure. We search for crocodiles in mangrove-lined forests, track monkeys in Chocoyero El Brujo National Park and kayak on Lake Nicaragua. We also visit a local school, surf and stay on a volcanic island, before relaxaing on the golden beaches of Corn Island.
ITINERARY
Day 1 Fly to Managua. Day 2 Wildlife Travel to the Pacific coast to Natural Reserve Isla Juan Benado. Cruise through the mangrove forests searching for crocodiles and wild birds. Day 3 Climb an active volcano Trek on Cerro Negro. Days 4/5 Surfing Visit the colonial city of Leon. Learn to surf on Pacific Ocean waves at Playa Los Cardones. Visit a local school and learn about everyday life of the schoolchildren. Days 6/7 Stay on a volcanic island Visit Momotombo chocolate factory. Travel by boat to the volcanic island of Omotepe and swim in the sheltered bays. Visit a small farm growing organic vegetables at the foot of Maderas Volcano. Day 8 Zip-
San Jacinto Hot Springs
LEON
Venado NR Crocodile spotting
Visit local school
P ACIFIC OCEAN
km 0 84 100 COSTA RICA Fun on the volcano For more information and to book, go online at
www.explore.co.uk
PLAYA LOS CARDONES Surfing
Isla Juan
wiring Back on the mainland experience zip-wiring through tree-top canopies in Mombacho Volcano National Park. Day 9 Market and wildlife Tour the city of Granada and visit the popular Masaya market, a major centre for arts and crafts. Explore Masaya Volcano National Park. Continue to Chocoyero El Brujo National Park and search for monkeys and parakeets in the tropical forests. Day 10 Cycling and kayaking Cycle to Puerto Asese and kayak through the myriad of islands on Lake Nicaragua. Days 11/14 Caribbean Island Enjoy swimming, snorkelling and relaxing on Corn Island. Return to Managua. Days 15/16 Overnight flight to the UK.
Active Nicaragua Ref FNI
Cerro Negro Climb volcano 1080m
Managua Momotombo Chocolate Factory MANAGUA
Lake Mirador Tiscapa
Chocoyero-El Brujo NR GRANADA
Mombacho Ecomovil & canopy tour
Rivas San Jorge
Puerto Asese Kayak to Las Isletas
OMETEPE ISLAND Swimming
Maderas 1326m
Lake Nicaragua
CORN ISLAND Swimming
Caribbean Sea
NICAR AGU A
Little Corn Island Optional visit
TOUR ONLY – 15 DAYS Tour price without flights from £1325
Please go online for our tour only child price. * Aged 6-11 years on date of departure. These are guide prices, see p92 for details.
£2137 adult from
*child from £1876
Surf in the Pacific Ocean Search for crocodiles Stay on a volcanic island
Zip-wire through the tree tops
For detailed information visit
www.explore.co.uk/tours/fni
FACTFILE Ref:
Tour type Multi-active Comfort Active
Minimum Age: 6 years.
Accommodation and Meals: 12 nights hotels, 2 nights lodges. 14 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 4 dinners are included.
Swimming: Most of the hotels have pools and there is the opportunity to swim in the sea, lakes and rivers.
Transport: Bus, boat, kayak and bike. Tour Staff: Explore Leader and driver. Group Size: Generally 12 to 18.
TOUR DATES
Sat 31 Mar - Sun 15 Apr Sat 28 Jul - Sun 12 Aug Sat 04 Aug - Sun 19 Aug
TOUR DATES
Sat 23 Mar - Sun 07 Apr Sat 27 Jul - Sun 11 Aug
2012
Sat 11 Aug - Sun 26 Aug Sat 22 Dec - Sun 06 Jan
FNI
2013 Sat 03 Aug - Sun 18 Aug
AMERICAS
NICARAGUA
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