4 Days
545 Dollars
2 px minimum
Pick up > Leon, Managua or Granada
Pirate route
Get ready for the ultimate adventure. We’ll journey deep into the jungle for a total immersion in nature. Traveling by canoe, swimming in jungle rivers, and exploring hidden trails, we’ll feel the wild spirit of Nicaragua’s San Juan River. This is the legendary pirate route, filled with history and untouched beauty. Every moment brings discovery, excitement, and a true connection with one of the wildest and most thrilling regions in Central America.
Mission
To explore the Indio Maíz Reserve responsibly, fostering conservation, respect for biodiversity, and direct contact with local communities, creating a deep and transformative nature adventure in one of Central America’s most vital ecosystems.
Included
- Local Guides
- Transportation
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Entrance Fees
- 1 Night local Hotel
- El Castillo Tour
- Bartola Exploring trail
- Camping Equipment
- 2 nights Camping
- Canoe & Hikes
bring
- Water
- Comfortable Shoes
- Sunscreen
- Hat or cap
- Day backpack
Local impact
- Local Students
- Local Families
- Local Language Schools
Itinerary full camping tour Indio Maiz
We begin by picking you up in León, Managua, or Granada, then head through Juigalpa for breakfast. From there, we continue to San Carlos and take local transport to El Castillo. After lunch, we visit the historic fortress and explore the village before resting for the night. The next morning, we canoe to the reserve entrance, hike into the jungle, and reach a small island to camp. At night, we search for crocodiles. The third night we camp deeper in the reserve to explore further. The final day we return to El Castillo and prepare to head back.
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The first night is spent in a cozy, locally-owned hotel in the charming riverside town of El Castillo. The second night we spend in a small island in the middle of the river in the heart of Indio Maíz Reserve. You can choose between sleeping in a tent or a hammock, both are provided and set up for you in a safe, designated area surrounded by the jungle. The third night we spend in a camping place in the jungle.
The drive from, Granada to San Carlos takes approximately 4 hours, depending on road and weather conditions. We’ll make stops along the way to eat, rest, and explore a bit of Juigalpa.
This is an all-inclusive experience. The tour includes:
– All national park and reserve entrance fees
-visit bartola trail
-Camping in indio maiz
– Breakfasts and lunches (vegetarian options available)
– Canoe adventure into the reserve
– Night crocodile tour
– Guided jungle hikes
– Private boat transportation
– Round-trip pickup from Granada, León, or Managua
– Tents or hammocks for camping
– Local hotel accommodation on the second night
– Bilingual guides
– Fishing experience and river swimming on Day 2
Not at all! This tour is designed for adventurous beginners and nature lovers alike. Our experienced guides will assist with camping gear, lead all hikes, and ensure you’re comfortable throughout the journey.
Indio Maíz is one of the most biodiverse areas in Central America. You might see monkeys, toucans, caimans, crocodiles, dart frogs, sloths, and a wide variety of birds and butterflies. While wildlife sightings can’t be guaranteed, the chances are very high , especially during our early morning and evening walks.
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