Masaya Volcano National Park & Handicraft Market

Highlights / General details

This excursion will take you just twenty minutes from Managua to admire the majestic and imposing crater of the Masaya Volcano, 635 meters above sea level. The crater is reachable directly by car.

You’ll enjoy a magnificent view of this enormous crater, considered one of the most active in Nicaragua. In the park, you’ll visit the Interpretation Centre where you’ll learn about volcanic activity in Nicaragua.

After having spent some time admiring this incredible national park, we´ll continue on to the town of Masaya, the Nicaraguan capital of folklore and handicrafts, also the richest source of handicrafts in all of Central America. The artisans of Masaya are internationally known for their famous handmade hammocks. Beautiful woodwork, sculpted masks, clay ceramics and handmade embroidered blouses can all be found here.

In Masaya, you’ll have the opportunity to choose from an incredible number of unique local souvenirs to take home to your family and friends.

Inclusion

Hotel Pick Up from Hotels inside Managua Capital City; Entrance fees; Drinking water; Bilingual guide; Personal insurance.

Exclusion

Food and Beverages; Gratuity.

Hours of operation

Available: Daily; Departs at 8:30am and 2:00pm.

Duration

Approximately 5 hours.

Additional Information We recommend wearing long pants, comfortable shoes and bring a camera.

Additional Information

We recommend wearing long pants, comfortable shoes and bring a camera.

Policies Minimum of 2 passengers per trip is required for the tour to operate. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation