Things to do in Central Nicaragua

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Breathtaking views from the remote mountains of Ocotal, Nueva Segovia. #trovember #hiddengem #mountains #blueskies #clouds #dirtroads
Breathtaking views from the remote mountains of Ocotal, Nueva Segovia. #trovember #hiddengem #mountains #blueskies #clouds #dirtroads
This photo was taken in the mountains surrounding Jinotega, about thirty minutes from the actual city
A view of the clouds and sky reflecting off the waters of the Río Frío near the Nicaraguan border. Flip the photo over and it looks almost the same! We booked a boat tour though anywherecostarica.com along the Río Frío in the Caño Negro wildlife area. Absolutely worth it! They pick you up right at your hotel, take you to the boat, spend a couple hours on the river spotting wildlife, provide lunch and drop you back off at your hotel.
In Matagalpa, we helped rebuild a house for a family of nine using natural rock slabs from the surrounding mountains.
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What to do in Central Nicaragua

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Canon de Somoto National Monument

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Canon de Somoto National Monument during your travels in Somoto. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Canon de Somoto National Monument

Esteli City Park

Learn about the local history of Esteli with a stop at Esteli City Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Esteli City Park

Esteli Cathedral

After visiting Esteli Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Esteli. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Esteli Cathedral

Ruben Dario Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Ruben Dario Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Ciudad Dario. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Ruben Dario Museum

Cerro Apante Natural Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Cerro Apante Natural Reserve, a lovely green space in Matagalpa. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral.

Cerro Apante Natural Reserve

Estanzuela Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Estanzuela Waterfall during your travels in Esteli. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Estanzuela Waterfall

Aguas Termales Don Alfonso

Explore the great outdoors at Aguas Termales Don Alfonso, a lovely green space in El Jícaro. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Aguas Termales Don Alfonso

Cuapa Sanctuary

You can find out about the history of San Francisco de Cuapa with a trip to Cuapa Sanctuary. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

Cuapa Sanctuary

Mirador

You can find out about the history of Condega with a stop at Mirador. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Mirador

Popular day trips from Central Nicaragua

A view of the clouds and sky reflecting off the waters of the Río Frío near the Nicaraguan border. Flip the photo over and it looks almost the same! We booked a boat tour though anywherecostarica.com along the Río Frío in the Caño Negro wildlife area. Absolutely worth it! They pick you up right at your hotel, take you to the boat, spend a couple hours on the river spotting wildlife, provide lunch and drop you back off at your hotel.

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