
Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica worth booking?
Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica is a 10.3-hour experience in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica, from $600 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 10.3 hours
- From
- $600 per person
Visit Nicaragua with the safety and comfort of a group day trip from Costa Rica. In addition, with all the logistics covered in advance is a round trip boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to visit the islands of Granada, we will
What you get
- Private transportation
- Admission fees
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Visit Nicaragua with the safety and comfort of a group day trip from Costa Rica. In addition, with all the logistics covered in advance is a round trip boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to visit the islands of Granada, we will have the chocolate presentation and the cigar presentation, you will also be able to get a carriage ride. In the city of Granada, visit the Laguna de Apoyo, go do the extreme activity, beautiful to visit the Masaya volcano, visit the craft market. includes breakfast and lunch also taxes from both countries and round trip transportation
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Admission fees
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- tips
What you'll see and do
Liberia
We leave from any hotel in Guanacaste and passing through this city of Guanacaste Liberia without stopping at the site, we go straight to make the most of the time.
Pass by without stopping
Museo del Parque Volcan De Masaya
When we are crossing through the city of Liberia and we know that we will not stop we continue our route to the border in a place called Peñas Blancas the estimated time to this place is approximately 40 minutes in this place you do not have to worry because our company has already taken care of paying taxes out of Costa Rica and those of the entrance to Nicaragua all this to offer the maximum possible comfort throughout your trip, we worry about the details you worry about enjoying, if we stop can be between 15 to 20 minutes but by the line of trucks entering and leaving the country, but there are always the national authorities of Costa Rica regulating the passage for the safety of all.
15 minutes here
Granada
after we passed the border we advance about 20 to 25 minutes approximately and we arrive at the famous lake of Nicaragua ometepe island in the city of Rivas here in this section or place is where you can take pictures with your partner, friends, family, it is a beautiful adventure from start to finish, here you can appreciate this wonderful place and above all take a nice souvenir of this beautiful lake, this department of Rivas is very famous for having this wonder, when we arrived and after taking pictures you can have breakfast or if you prefer you can have breakfast first and then appreciate the place and the area.
60 minutes here
Granada
When we finish here we continue with our trip to the city of Granada in approximately 1 hour we are in the place, when we arrive to this city we take a boat in the lake and we embark to an island where you can have the experience of enlistment of monkeys, spiders and different islands that are around, logically during the whole tour you can take pictures and feel like in a real expedition to Nicaragua is the sensation that we try to make you feel. This tour will take you about 25 minutes and you will enjoy it.
60 minutes here
Granada
We continue our stay in the wonderful city of Granada, after taking the boat tour we leave the water and already on land you can take another activity which is the famous horseback ride with a carriage and feel the experience of touring the city as did the ancestors or a time ago. We take you to see the oldest city in Central America, our guide will explain the sculptures, monuments and the history that each one has to tell us, when you have already toured the city we pass by a place where cigars and chocolote are made so you can learn about this manufacturing process and see how it is made and if you want you can buy one of them. This tour can take you about 1 hour.
60 minutes here
Catarina
Then after being in this wonderful place doing cultural tour, history tour we will go to the lake las catarina this means that it is a point a kind of island that contains a lake called las catarinas, here you can see from far away this landscape with a blue color in front you can see the clouds is such a beautiful landscape, in the place there are people playing music from time to time, you can see with a bonoculars.
60 minutes here
Masaya Volcano National Park 2025
The guide will explain the route to these volcanoes, they have erupted several times in recent history, they were feared by both the indigenous peoples and the Spanish conquerors. They baptized the active volcano “La Boca Del Infierno” and planted a cross, “La Cruz de Bobadilla”, near the crater in the 16th century to exorcise the Devil, the park is also inhabited by many species of animals, such as: coyotes , skunks, raccoons, opossums, deer, iguanas and howler monkeys and white face, if we are lucky we can see some, sometimes they do not come out because they are in their habitat, but usually people are excited to see the lava live, direct a unique experience First we will make a stop at the Visitor Center to learn about the history of the place and then we will go up in the vehicle to the highest point of the volcano to observe the lava, it is a unique spectacle, after doing this we will have a typical Creole lunch. very delicious
30 minutes here · Admission included
Mercado de Artesanias de Masaya
When you have finished eating your delicious lunch and going to the bathroom, drinking water, finally we will go to the Oriental Craft Market, in this place we will go shopping so that you can take your time seeing what it has to offer and buy some souvenir , souvenir, gifts for your family and after this we will conclude the tour of NIcaragua and return to Costa Rica
60 minutes here · Admission included
Lake Nicaragua
Boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to visit the islands of Granada
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ARON THE BIG PAPI AMAZING ADVENTURE
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $600 to $700
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by ARON THE BIG PAPI AMAZING ADVENTURE, who run 3 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.5.
See everything ARON THE BIG PAPI AMAZING ADVENTURE runsWhy this scores 62
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Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa Flamingo.
How much does Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica cost?
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Prices start at $600 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa Flamingo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica take?
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Plan for about 10.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Playa Flamingo is not rushed.
Is Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Playa Flamingo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10.3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Playa Flamingo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Playa Flamingo and add a light layer if any part of the 10.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Private Tour to Nicaragua From Costa Rica start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Playa Flamingo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Playa Flamingo?
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On Outty we rank every Playa Flamingo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure, Tropical Rainforest, Hanging Bridges And Jungle Sloths Sanctuary, Flamingo Family Fun Catamaran Snorkel:Comfortable shaded seating. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Playa Flamingo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Playa Flamingo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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