Nicaragua

Cultural tour in Ometepe

Day tour featuring a light hike along the path of the petroglyphs and a visit to the coin and pre-Columbian artifact museum.

The early indigenous people revered the island of Ometepe as their promised land. Maderas was considered the sacred place of the sun, while Concepcion was seen as the sibling of the moon. They emerged from the union of water and fire, lived without a written language, and unknowingly found happiness. Their beliefs centered around the power of nature and the sacred spirits of animals. Join us on a journey through history, from prehistoric rock carvings to ancient artifacts, culminating in the more recent history of Nicaragua through an exhibition of coins.

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Nature and outdoors

History and culture

Solidariety and community

Socialization and food

Schedule

08 AM

We pick you up between 8 and 9 AM at your hotel on the island depending on your location.
09 AM

Arrival at the path of the petroglyphs
12 PM

Lunch time (not included)
01 PM

Transfer to the museum and start guided tour
04 PM

Back to the hotel.

The itinerary

Pick-up is scheduled between 8:30 am and 9:00 am, depending on your hotel’s location. We will drive approximately 30 minutes to reach the path of the petroglyphs, a sacred site where ancient ceremonies honoring the gods took place. These petroglyphs, etched into both small and large rock formations, provide glimpses into the lives of past civilizations and their spiritual connections.

Around noon, we’ll pause near the picturesque beaches of Santo Domingo for lunch (lunch not included).

Afterward, our tour continues with a visit to one of Nicaragua’s finest museums. Here, we will explore two distinct exhibits: one showcasing a collection of over 2,000 tools and everyday objects used by pre-Columbian populations, and another featuring Nicaraguan coins and banknotes dating back to the era when cocoa beans were used as currency.

Finally, we will return you to your hotel, concluding an insightful and enriching day tour.

What is included?

What NOT included?

What to bring?

We recommend dressing appropriately for the tour and bringing along water and snacks for the hike. Don’t forget sun protection, including sunscreen and a hat, to ensure a comfortable experience throughout the day.