Top things to do in Esteli

Tisey Estanzuela Reverve in Nicaragua

Cityguide to Esteli When people talk about Nicaragua, most imagine the beaches of San Juan del Sur, the colonial charm of Granada, or the volcanoes around León. But for us, one of the most surprising and inspiring discoveries has been Estelí. Tucked away in the northern highlands, this city offers a very different side of […]

Top things to do in San Juan Del Sur

Welcome to San Juan Del Sur with Mono Loco Adventures

Cityguide to San Juan Del Sur Hola! I’m Margreet, and together with Leonel I run Mono Loco Adventures. In this blog we want to share our favorite things to do in San Juan Del Sur. There’s a certain magic about San Juan del Sur. Maybe it’s the curve of the bay framed by hills, the […]

Leon: The city with the most writers in the World?

The city with the most writers in the world? León, Nicaragua is quietly earning a bold reputation: it may be the city with the most local writers in Central America ,and possibly even the world. While most visitors come for its colonial architecture, volcanoes, or vibrant political murals, those who stay long enough quickly discover […]

10 Reasons why you should add Nicaragua to your bucketlist

Hiking the El Hoyo volcano

Hola! I’m Margreet, and together with Leonel I run Mono Loco Adventures. Nicaragua has captured my heart, and we can’t wait to share why it belongs on your travel list too. From untouched volcanoes to Caribbean vibes, here are the top reasons why you should travel to Nicaragua. 1. The warmth of the friendly locals […]

Top things to do on Ometepe

Things to do on Ometepe Nicaragua

Island guide to Ometepe Hola! I’m Margreet, and together with Leonel I run Mono Loco Adventures. In this blog we want to share our favorite things to do on Ometepe. Ometepe is a magical blend of fire and water and lies in the heart of Lake Nicaragua, the largest freshwater lake in Central America. This […]

Top things to do in León

On top of the Basilica Cathedral in Leon

Cityguide to Leon Hola! I’m Margreet, and together with Leonel I run Mono Loco Adventures. León has stolen both our hearts quite literally. Every adventure I’m about to share, we’ve experienced ourselves. Some were thrilling, some cultural, some deeply romantic. I first met Leonel during a tour here in León, and from that moment our […]