Issue link: http://viewer.e-digitaleditions.com/i/613854
Nicaragua | 19 VACATION ENHANCING TOURS The largest country in Central America, 20% of Nicaragua's land is unblemished beaches, green forests sheltering over 700 types of birds, and waters rich with whales, all easily accessed from the capital of Managua. Two large lakes buttress this city along with three remarkable preserves, where wildlife is even easier to spot. Just south is colonial Granada, known for its Moorish architecture, Andalusian influence, and ecological treasures like the Mombacho Volcano; the 300-plus Isletas in Lake Nicaragua; and the Zapatera, whose stone statues still tower high. In the San Juan del Sur area, it's surfers of all levels that stand with pride, dotting the waves this region has become known for. Gi- gante, characterized by fishing villages and coastal hotels, boasts surfing camps and cowboys, yogis and hikers—all seeking peace in raw, untouched shores. Windsurfing, kayaking, scuba diving, and golfing make Montelimar another active vacationer's paradise, proving no end to the adventure in Nicaragua. NICARAGUA Land of Lakes and Volcanoes Playa Gigante Tegucigalpa H O N D U R A S C O S TA R I C A EL SALVADOR N I C A R A G U A Golfo de Fonseca P A C I F I C O C E A N Caribbean Sea Managua Lago de Managua Lago de Nicaragua Bluefields Rivas San Juan del Sur Granada Masaya Matagalpa Estelí San Carlos Casares Pochomil Puerto Sandino Corinto Potosi Jinotega Somoto Ocotal Las Manos El Rama Juigalpa Siuna Rosita Puerto Cabezas R í o Gra n d e de M a t a g al p a Islas de Maíz Bahía Punta Gorda El Espino Chinandega Río Co c o o Seg o v i a R í o K u k a l a y a R í o B a m b a na León Laguna de Perlas Isla de Ometepe 50 0 50 miles 0 km Guacalito In a country whose diversions are action-packed, it only makes sense that your itinerary should be, too. Arrange your tours ahead of time for maximum adventure. • Adventure to Ometepe Island • Canopy Tour & Mombacho Reserve • Colonial Granada & Sunset Kayaking in Lake Nicaragua • Folkloric Thursday Night at Masaya • Horseback Riding • Managua City Tour • Montibelli Tropical Forest Consult your travel agent for more details on these and other tours.