Hi there, we use cookies to improve your experience on our website. You can update your settings by clicking the Privacy policy link at the bottom of the page. Absolutely Not. We enthusiastically enjoyed surf, turf, turtles and much more. When my friend and I were packing for this healthy dose of adventure, many of our friends and family still envisioned Nicaragua to be a lawless country with bombed out roads and armed bandits.
Not so. On the contrary I discovered a burgeoning tourism market with a surprising range of restaurants, accommodation and activities to choose from. The coastline is angled in such a way that south swells wrap into to several bays and beaches and are lifted by the wind that blows off shore over days a year.
A 4x4 will get you to many spots, but it adds to the adventure to jump off a boat straight into the action. Maybe next time. Seriously the best horseback ride I have ever been on! There's even a photo shoot of of your ride included. It's more expensive than other options around but when you get on a tired Nicaragua nag and are told to whip it to go, it just doesn't feel right. No previous experience required. Sea Turtle Expedition. My heart pumped a litter faster when the highest zip crossed over the ' deep canyon.
All we needed was a passport, drivers license, helmet and a map and our exploration began. The coastline is gorgeous and we saw turtles mating and dove in for a swim to shore. We spent one afternoon on the newly opened Playa Hermosa. When my wife and I were in our mid 60s we spent 2 months touring Nic on our own. I agree is a great country, not just for the younger set. We traveled by bus, but did pick budget hotels with a private bath.
Maybe you can make it back sometime and see a little more. I'm pushing 60 and have been traveling in Nica land for about 8 years, yes we went with the back packer set who were fun to hang with. We never felt out of place. It's a great country and it's changing fast. Go before it turns into Belize or Costa Rica.
