Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica
Overview
Experience the best of Nicaragua in one unforgettable day from Costa Rica! Discover the country’s incredible landscapes, culture, and history as you visit a dormant volcanic crater and witness the impressive active Masaya Volcano. Browse colorful artisan markets for local crafts and souvenirs, then explore the charming colonial city of Granada with its vibrant architecture and historic streets. Finish your adventure with a scenic boat ride among the beautiful islets of Lake Nicaragua.
Along the way, take in breathtaking views, learn about Nicaragua’s fascinating history and culture from your guide, and experience the unique character of this beautiful country. From dramatic volcanoes and colonial architecture to local markets, wildlife, and stunning lake scenery, this full-day adventure is designed to show you the very best of Nicaragua in a single day.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Hotel, Condo, or House pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
We pick up from the hotels, condos and private residences in the following areas:Hacienda Pinilla/JW Marriott: 4:00 AM (extra fee) Langosta/Tamarindo Hotels, Condos, Apartments, Houses: 4:30 AM Conchal (W/Westin Conchal), Brasilito Hotels, Condos, Apartments, Houses: 4:45 AM Playa Grande, Flamingo, Potrero Hotels, Condos, Apartments, Houses: 4:30 AM Catalinas: 4:15 AM (extra fee) RIU Hotels Main Security Gate, Not the Lobby: 5:00 AM Playas del Coco Hotels, Condos, Houses: 5:20 AM Playa Hermosa & Panama (Occ/Secrts Papagayo, Villas Sol, Condovac, Mangroove): 5:30 AM Liberia Peri Supermarket: 6:00 AM Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood: 5:20 AM (extra fee) Waldorf Astoria: 5:30 AM (extra fee) Dreams Las Mareas: 6:00amPick up times above are an estimate. We will send you an official pick up time the day before the tour.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Mirador de Catarina
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Masaya Volcano National Park 2025
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Granada
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Nicaragua
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Native's Way
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Playa Hermosa (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants. Please bring your passport on the day of your tour
- Your departure Ticket that proof of flight out of Costa Rica
- If your hotel is not listed, contact us for quoting
- It is prohibited to enter the country of Nicaragua with the following items: all kinds of Drones, all kinds of Binoculars, including those for Night vision, and any object considered for professional, journalistic, and similar audiovisual reproduction.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica?
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Activity code: C-17279P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Breakfast.
- Lunch.
- Bottled water.
- Hotel, Condo, or House pickup and drop-off.
- National Park fees.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Guide.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Hotel, Condo, or House pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants. Please bring your passport on the day of your tour
- Your departure Ticket that proof of flight out of Costa Rica
- If your hotel is not listed, contact us for quoting
- It is prohibited to enter the country of Nicaragua with the following items: all kinds of Drones, all kinds of Binoculars, including those for Night vision, and any object considered for professional, journalistic, and similar audiovisual reproduction.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
