SAN JUAN RIVER & SOLENTINAME
General Information.

The San Juan river starts at the southwest area of the Lake Nicaragua (San Carlos town), and flows for 119 miles (199 km) to the Caribbean Sea. It is the natural border with Costa Rica. The whole area is a tropical rain forest. The bio diversity is spectacular; you can witness the lush and exuberant vegetation as well as experience mother nature in all its splendor. The river is a natural habitat of different bird species like: Chestnut Toucans, Harpy eagles, Boat billed herons, Great Egrets, Jacanas and Cormorants. Also for other species as caimans (crocodiles), turtles, monkeys, red arrow frogs, etc. Rio San Juan is accessible flying from Managua to San Carlos, 40 minutes flight, and then a boat ride to the Hotels at the area. There is also immediate access from Costa Rica via Los Chiles, (40 minutes ride) to San Carlos through the Frío River. This enables any combination of tours starting in Costa Rica, continuing to Nicaragua or vice versa. San Carlos is an international entry point for Nicaragua, if you enter or exit Nicaragua through this town; normal immigration, customs procedures and costs will apply.

SOLENTINAME

This is a beautiful archipelago of islands located in the southern end of lake Nicaragua and it is also a natural reserve. These islands are the perfect refuge for monkeys and birds, since they seem to be isolated and safe. These islands are very famous for the primitive art or naïve paintings that are made. They are also famous for making wood carvings that are very colorful and light, so this makes it very easy to carry them around if you purchase any.
Careli Tours offers you multiday packages so that you can not only visit the beautiful islands but other places of incredible natural value.

Highlights:

• Guatuzos Reserve: this is a wildlife refuge which is located 45 minutes from the “Mancarron Island” This region is uninhabited and you can visit on a half day tour from Solentiname as well as from Rio San Juan
• Tour of the islands: this is a tour which is made on a boat to see and admire the different islands in the archipelago from different perspectives.
• Trails of the islands: A walk in the trails of the Mancarron island is a must to enjoy the beauty of the island and also to mingle with the locals and buy souvenirs which are very unique and you will only be able to purchase here.

SAN JUAN RIVER & SOLENTINAME
Hotel Information

Mancarrun Hotel, Solentiname
Rio Sabalos Lodge, San Juan River
Rio Indio Lodge, San Carlos River
*Access to this lodge must be done from Costa Rica
Montecristo Hotel, San Juan River (Upon Request)

SAN JUAN RIVER & SOLENTINAME
Area Day Excursions

Excursions at these areas, available upon request.

MATAGALPA, SELVA NEGRA & ESTELI
General Information

Cloud forest located 87 miles (145 km) from Managua, near the city of Matagalpa (in Nahuatl: confusing town), at more than 4, 000 feet (1, 455 mts) above sea level. Originally a coffee farm called Hammonia by its German settlers, the farm evolved into a protected forest. Many birds live in these woods, including the Quetzal and the more modest Trogons Elegance. A beautiful artificial lagoon gives that special peaceful touch. Trails within the forest allow visitors to observe birds, orchids and other species that live in the forest.
Highlights:
• "Eco-Trails": walking trails with different difficulty levels for the visitor's selection. In the forest you will find many orchids, butterflies and birds. The temperature is much cooler.
• "Coffee tour": a visit to the old mill, and the ingenious systems used in the farm to grow the world famous Ecological Coffee, using no pesticides, only organic products.
"The Orchid & Farm": learn old traditions harvesting clean vegetables
• and at the farm learn about dairy activities and other joyful things you always wanted to do.
• "Horse Trails": enjoy riding on a horse through narrow forest trails. Incredible views of the surrounding mountains, lots of birds and small cottages where the local peasants live and work.

ESTELI
General Information

89 miles (148km) north of Managua, there is a valley and town named Estelí. For more than a century this town has been a center of commerce for the surrounding towns. The climate is cool; the view of the surrounding mountains is beautiful. The elevation is around 800 Mts (2,677ft) above sea level. The best combination is with Selva Negra's cloud forest in Matagalpa.

Highlights:

• "Cigar manufacturing": Cigar smoking is now being discovered by thousands of fashionable enthusiasts around the world. But far from the glitter and glamour of Cigar smoking in New York and Los Angeles, the small and peaceful towns of the Estelí valley still manufacture cigars by hand, saving a precious tradition that goes far back into the pre-Hispanic times. Famous brands as, Padrón, La Finca, Plascencia, Carnival, Nica, Mayorgas and others are made in Estelí.
• "Ciudad Dario": On the way to Estelí a visit to the small town of Darío is a must. The famous literary author Rubén Darío was born here
MATAGALPA, SELVA NEGRA & ESTELI
Hotel Information
Selva Negra Hotel, Matagalpa
Café Hotel, Jinotega

MATAGALPA, SELVA NEGRA & ESTELI
Areas Day Excursions

Excursions at these areas, available upon request.

SAN JUAN DEL SUR
General Information

San Juan del Sur is located 88 miles (140 km) from Managua. Only 30 minutes from Peñas Blancas, Costa Rican border. It has a little bit more than 20,000 habitants. The main activity is fishing, which is plentiful and of great benefit for the population. San Juan del Sur is a bay that has the shape of a horseshoe. Because of the color of its waters, this beach will remind you of the Caribbean. San Juan del Sur was declared tourist city of Nicaragua very recently due to the cruise ships that have been arriving since 1998, full of visitors eager to get a closer look at the country's natural beauty and history. The visitor will find several bars and restaurants next to the ocean and also very comfortable hotels and lodges. Very close to San Juan del Sur are the beaches of "El coco", "Chococente", "El Astillero" and "La Flor", which are wildlife refuges and turtle sanctuary of endangered species. From here you can reach the other interesting attractions that Nicaragua offers, Granada, the colonial jewel is only 1 hour away, San Jorge pier is only 45 minutes away, the road is in excellent condition, you can travel safely from San Juan del Sur to the rest of Nicaragua.

Highlights:

• "Sea Turtles Nesting Beaches": visit the incredible beaches of Chococente and Tola, the most popular nesting beaches in the Pacific coast among the sea turtles of the Cepedochelys and Dermochelys Species (Green Sea Turtles and Leather Backs). Turtles arrive to the beach at night, creating a memorable experience. Nesting occurs between the months of July to January. Chococente National Park protects more than 4, 000 acres of pristine beaches so these beautiful creatures can come year after year to nest. (Tortuga Paslama in Spanish) .
• "The Beaches": Chacocente, Punta Sardinas, Popoyo, El Yanqui, La Flor, Majahual, are just a few of the names you will find when discovering the beautiful beaches of the South Pacific area of Nicaragua

SAN JUAN DEL SUR
Hotel Information

Casablanca, Downtown San Juan
Villa Isabela, Downtown San Juan
Pelican Eyes, Downtown San Juan
Morgan’s Rock, Out Side San Juan

SAN JUAN DEL SUR
Area Day Excursions

Excursions at this area, available upon request.

CORN ISLAND
General Information

Corn island is a beautiful island on the Caribbean sea located 90 kilometres (53miles) away from main land. You can only get here on an airplane from Managua. It takes one hour and a half to get to the island. Corn Island is an island of 11 square kilometers. People in this place are devoted to shrimp and lobster fishing. Here, it is very possible to have lobster at very affordable prices.
The white sandy beach is beautiful and the waters are crystal clear. The coral reefs are very pretty and snorkeling is really worth doing here. Corn Island is basically unspoiled, with beautiful beaches. It is the place which is not crowded, the place where there is no disturbing noise. The place where everybody wants to go. There are no great facilities, but the hotels are very clean and the food is very good. It is a very authentic and personalized environment.
Little corn island is a beautiful island of 2 square kilometers, with beautiful crystal waters and secluded unspoiled beaches. This is the perfect spot for the tourist who is avoiding the traditional crowded beaches and it is looking for a quiet atmosphere to relax.

Highlights:

• Coral reefs: located just a few minutes from the shore, 10 to 12 feet deep.
• Beautiful and unspoiled beaches of turquoise waters
• Snorkeling is a must here, and there is opportunity to rent the gear for this activity.

CORN ISLAND
Hotel Information

Marthas B&B, Corn Island.
Casa Iguana, Little Corn Island.

CORN ISLAND
Area Day Excursions

Excursions at this area, available upon request.

MONTELIMAR & POCHOMIL
General Information

This 4km enchanting beach invites the tourist to swim in its warm and peaceful waters, or simply rest on the beach, to relax and admire the colorful and breathtaking sunsets. The Barcelo Montelimar property located in this Montelimar beach, now turned into a fine all inclusive resort, was owned by the Somoza family, one of the most long lasting dictatorships of Latin America. Highlights:
• "Masachapa": Right beside the Montelimar Beach Hotel you will find Masachapa, a small fisherman village where you can mingle with the locals and experience their daily activities. A few minutes from Masachapa you will be able to see old remains of the ancient Indian cultures of the area. Petroglyphs and artistic carving in soft stone walls can be seen near a small cave in the area.

MONTELIMAR & POCHOMIL
Hotel Information

Barcelo Playa Montelimar Hotel, Montelimar Beach.
Vistamar Hotel, Pochomil Beach.

MONTELIMAR & POCHOMIL
Area Day Excursions

• Half Day Managua City Tour.
• Half Day Masaya Volcano & Artisan Market
• Half Day Granada Colonial Town & The Isletas
• Full Day Managua, Masaya Volcano & Artisan Market
• Full Day Classical Tour Masaya Volcano/Market, Granada & Isletas
• Full Day Los Pueblos (White Towns), People & Arts
• Full Day León, Old León & Volcanic Field “Hervideros”
• Full Day Mombacho “The Puma Trail”.

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