Nicaragua
Nicaragua
Nicaragua is a destination of volcanoes, colonial cities, pristine beaches, freshwater lakes, and authentic cultural experiences. Known as the "Land of Lakes and Volcanoes," the country offers visitors the opportunity to explore colorful cities like Granada and León, surf along the Pacific coast, hike active volcanoes, and discover nature reserves filled with incredible wildlife. Nicaragua is perfect for travelers seeking adventure, history, and unspoiled beauty.
Things to do in Nicaragua
- 1 Explore the colorful colonial cities of Granada and León.
- 2 Visit Lake Nicaragua and Ometepe Island.
- 3 Hike active volcanoes and experience volcano boarding.
- 4 Relax on Pacific beaches and world-class surf spots.
- 5 Discover nature reserves, tropical forests, and abundant wildlife.
Practical information for Nicaragua
Entry requirements can change: we review them with you before every trip.
- Airports
- Managua (MGA)
- Documents for US citizens
U.S. passport valid for at least 6 months. Tourist card US$10 on arrival (plus entry fees). No visa up to 90 days. Nicaragua requires airlines to send passenger data in advance and has denied entry to some travelers; check the State Department travel advisory before booking. Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua form the CA-4 area: the tourist permit (normally 90 days) is shared across all four countries. U.S. permanent residents and other passports: check by nationality.Read more ▾
- Currency
- Córdoba (NIO). USD is widely accepted
- Language
- Spanish
- Time zone
- UTC-6 with no daylight saving time: 1 hour behind Miami/New York in winter; 2 hours behind in summer
- Plugs
- Type A/B, 120V (same as the U.S.; no adapter needed)
- Weather
- Warm tropical (28-33 °C). Rain May-October; hurricanes June-November on the Caribbean coast
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