Corn Islands
Once a haven for buccaneers these islands offer white-sand beaches and turquoise waters alongside a cultural experience.
Nicaragua Holidays
This relatively untouched culture is overflowing with rare and wonderful wildlife, colonial architecture and an ample sprinkling of luxury hotels.
Once isolated from information, Nicaragua has reinvented itself and it is us who are out of touch with the country of today. Challenge your preconceptions and discover an understated laidback country that will charm and put a smile on your face. Now is the time to travel to Nicaragua before others discover the joys of a country rich in scenery, wildlife and culture.
Granada
Granada, or the "Gran Sultan", is one of Latin America's most beautiful colonial cities.
Leon City
Leon is a maze of cobbled streets, intricately carved doorways and wrought-iron balconies.
Northern Highlands
Several cloud forest reserves are found at higher altitudes, most notably the Reserva Natural Miraflor.
Ometepe Island
The majestic peaks of the Conception and Maderas volcanoes rise out of the horizon creating a spectacular approach for visitors.
Pacific Coast
Dubbed the Emerald Coast, Nicaragua’s Pacific coastline is vividly beautiful.
Idea
Nicaragua
Highlights of Nicaragua
Covering the central biodiverse cloud forests and coffee farms in Matagalpa, descending through the colonial cities of Leon and Granada, and finishing with private beach days on the Pacific coast, this route through Nicaragua strikes the perfect balance of nature, history and…
Idea
Nicaragua
El Salvador, Nicaragua & Costa Rica
This intrepid holiday to Central America journeys overland between the smallest and the largest of the region’s countries. From El Salvador through Nicaragua to Costa Rica, all three destinations are bursting with wildlife, epic volcanic scenery, UNESCO sites, colonial history and remote…
Idea
Nicaragua
Nicaragua – Volcanic Wonders and Wildlife for Families
This fascinating and vibrant country is perfect for curious minds. From lava to lagunas, tortillas to turtles, and the iconic Mombacho salamander found no where else in the world; Nicaragua offers a journey that lingers long after returning home.
Idea
Costa Rica
Journey through Costa Rica & Nicaragua
Combining the prolific wildlife and outdoor pursuits of Costa Rica‘s Carribean coast with the colonial architecture and volcanic islands of Nicaragua‘s Pacific coast, this customisable trip is suited to intrepid travellers who seek a balance of exhilarating explorations with time spent unwinding…
Idea
Nicaragua
Highlights of Nicaragua
Covering the central biodiverse cloud forests and coffee farms in Matagalpa, descending through the colonial cities of Leon and Granada, and finishing with private beach days on the Pacific coast, this route through Nicaragua strikes the perfect balance of nature,…
Idea
Nicaragua
El Salvador, Nicaragua & Costa Rica
This intrepid holiday to Central America journeys overland between the smallest and the largest of the region’s countries. From El Salvador through Nicaragua to Costa Rica, all three destinations are bursting with wildlife, epic volcanic scenery, UNESCO sites, colonial history…
Idea
Nicaragua
Nicaragua – Volcanic Wonders and Wildlife for Families
This fascinating and vibrant country is perfect for curious minds. From lava to lagunas, tortillas to turtles, and the iconic Mombacho salamander found no where else in the world; Nicaragua offers a journey that lingers long after returning home.
Idea
Costa Rica
Journey through Costa Rica & Nicaragua
Combining the prolific wildlife and outdoor pursuits of Costa Rica‘s Carribean coast with the colonial architecture and volcanic islands of Nicaragua‘s Pacific coast, this customisable trip is suited to intrepid travellers who seek a balance of exhilarating explorations with time…
Why we like Nicaragua
Nicaragua is rich in biodiversity with sparkling rivers, rainforest, dense mangrove and some beautiful islands, both in the Caribbean and also in the huge inland sea of Lake Nicaragua.
Culturally it is equally diverse from bucolic rural villages to the colonial cities of Granada and Leon, from the compelling and curious pre-Columbian pottery in display in El Ceibo Museum to the world-class art museum of Ortiz Gurdian. But above all, it is about the people.
What to expect on your holiday to Nicaragua
Bounded by the Caribbean and the Pacific, Nicaragua is the largest Central American country. There are 27 volcanoes in Nicaragua eight of which are active – Masaya is one of a handful of volcanoes in the world where you can see an active lava lake. Nicaragua’s infrastructure has not really gathered pace yet and the typical Central American somewhat delayed response time means that most things happen – eventually. If you can accept that way of travelling, you will find a very beautiful country with not only a rich plant and wildlife but also the impressive faded, grandeur of Spanish colonialism.
Explore Nicaragua
-
Corn Islands
-
Granada
-
Leon
-
Reserva Natural Miraflor
-
Ometepe Island
Maximise every moment
Tell us what you love doing and we’ll curate a journey that’s perfect for you.
Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Nicaragua
La Perla
La Perla is one of Leon’s best hotels. It is very centrally located, just a couple of blocks from Leon’s cathedral, the central market and close to the National Theatre and the municipal palace.
Nicaragua
Yemaya Island Hideaway & Spa
Yemaya Island Hideaway & Spa is a relaxed boutique hotel set on a palm-fringed beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Exceptional service and facilities compliment the low key and laid back feel of this charming hideaway. Each…
Nicaragua
El Convento, Leon
Hotel El Convento is one of Leon’s most charming hotels. This was the site of the former San Francisco Convent. The lovingly restored colonial buildings and carefully maintained gardens all add to the ambience and character.…
Nicaragua
La Gran Francia
Tucked away just off Granada’s main square, the hotel is decked out with colonial features from head to toe.
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
John Faithfull
This volcanic country offers an epic landscape of smoking cones, and one of John’s recommendations is to climb the young cindercone of Cerro Negro before tumbling down a vertiginous slope of light and (fairly) forgiving pumice scree.
Talk with our experts
- 1(800)272-4163
Is Nicaragua safe to travel around?
What is the time zone in Nicaragua?
Contact Us
Start planning your trip
Send us an enquiry
Complete our enquiry form and start your next journey.
Review Contact Form
Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge, curiosity and expertise set us apart, driving us to create remarkable holidays and Beautiful Adventures tailored perfectly to you, carefully curated to help protect and conserve our planet.
Are you ready to Discover Extraordinary?