Nicaragua Volcano
Nicaragua is the Land of Lakes and Volcanoes
Nicaragua is a country of beautiful landscapes and peculiar geological formations. Because of volcanoes and other natural phenomena, Nicaragua is becoming one of the most popular destinations for eco-tourism. This tropical paradise is also popular because it has a large diversity of land formations in a small accessible area. A traveler can visit most areas of Nicaragua within a week, although it takes to really visit and experience all that Nicaragua has to offer.
Visit Granada, Nicaragua at the base of Mombacho Volcano
Travel plans usually start in New World’s oldest city of Granada. Granada is a quintessential Spanish colonial city with elegant and large homes overshadowed by the now extinct Mombacho volcano. This city has a lot of charm and a lot to see and do. Due to the city’s popularity with travelers, there are many restraints to relax and enjoy cuisine from all over the world. This area is also centrally located and makes a good base of operations. From Granada, day trips can be made to the fastest growing tourist destination in Nicaragua, Laguna de Apoyo. This millennia old crater lake contains the cleanest waters in all of Central America. The water is crystal clear and contains minerals that soften and heal the skin.
Take Day Trips to See a Volcano from Granada or Managua
Other day trips from Granada include Masaya volcano and market tours and trips. Masaya volcano is very much alive and visitors can pull their automobiles right up to the edge and experience creation in its rawest form. In the town of the same name located to the East, there is a large market that has dancing and live music on Thursdays. This weekly festival is located within the Masaya’s bazaar where all sorts of traditional crafts can be purchased. The isletas or “islands” located outside of Granada on Lake Nicaragua make for a great half day or full day trip. Mombacho volcano, which can be seen from almost every vantage point in Granada, has several tourists’ attractions including an exhilarating zip-line canopy tour.
Visit Ometepe Island - An Active Volcano in Lake Nicaragua
From Granada many visit Ometepe Island, which was created by Volcano Concepcion. This volcano is typical stratovolcano much like Mt. Fuji outside of Tokyo. There are many hotels, hostels, tour operators and activities to do on the island that sits in the middle of the Lake Nicaragua. This island has many things to see and do. Come visit the splendor and geological delights that Nicaragua has to offer!!!