Nicaragua's most magical destinations

Arriving in Popoyo may feel like a disillusion at first; the waves are high making it tricky to go for a swim (but it's great for surfers), the wind is strong causing beach sand to drift upwards and cut across your lower legs, the sun is very bright meaning the afternoons can get extremely hot... But don't let these things put you off! It’d be a shame to miss out on Popoyo’s magic. 

Wake up in the morning to step onto the still-cool sand, walk towards the Pacific waters crashing down in meters-high waves just a short distance away from your feet. Take in all the little ocean creatures hiding between the rocks, the sun reflecting on the surface of the wet shore. Let all the magic sink in and take a moment to breathe deeply, before making your way towards the kitchen and preparing yourself a delicious breakfast. Honestly, who doesn't want to start their day like this!?

Popoyo is a place to take it easy. To allow yourself to sit back, read a book or simply find time and space to reflect. There's literally not much else to do for most of the day, since it gets too hot anyway. Then the best part: starting your stroll over the beach at the end of the afternoon, watching the sky transform into a million different shades and colours... I promise, you won't be able to shift your gaze.

Ometepe offers a true pallet of opportunities. Whether you like to hike Volcán Concepción (more mountainous) or Volcán Maderas (more jungley), prefer to rent a scooter and discover the rural village life in the less touristic areas of the island, relax at the shore of the lake with a cocktail while marveling at the sunset, go kayaking on Rio Istián (definitely recommended!), treat yourself with a moment of pure chocolate joy at El Pital, or participate in one of the various daily workshops offered at El Zopilote.  

I highly recommend taking your time to visit Ometepe. Most people I met there stayed longer than they intended to: the island simply gets you hooked, and there's so much to see and do and the vibe is contagious. You won't want to leave. It is simply one of the most beautiful places in the world, if you ever have the oportunity to visit Ometepe trust me that it is going to be one of the best experiences in your life.