Things to do in Central Nicaragua

Activities, attractions and tours

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.
I took a guided hike down the somoto canyon in Nicaragua some part of the hike you had to float the river with a life vest and jump off a few cliffs! What an adrenaline rush this hike was. #Adventure
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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

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

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

Somoto

Find out about the history of Esteli with a stop at Somoto. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Somoto

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

Palo Solo Park

Explore the great outdoors at Palo Solo Park, a lovely green space in Juigalpa. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

Palo Solo Park

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

Salto Estanzuela

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Salto Estanzuela during your travels in Esteli. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area.

Salto Estanzuela
Latin tourist exploring a waterfall in Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Matagalpa

This photo was taken by the reservoir at Escuela El Sembrador in Catacamas, Honduras. El Sembrador is a mission school who’s goal is to find the poorest boys in Honduras and give them an education that can help them become successful leaders in Honduras.

Catacamas