Somoto Canyon "Private Tour from Leon"

Somoto Canyon "Private Tour from Leon"

By Vamos Travel Nic
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Ages 10-75
Duration: 11–12 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Life Jacket
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Somoto Canyon
What's not included
  • Bottled water


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Infants must sit on laps
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 162440P19

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
        • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 162440P19

        From
        $190.00
        per adult (price varies by group size)
        Select date and travelers
        Itinerary
        • 1
          Somoto Canyon is living evidence of the power of water over a period of time. In Somoto canyon, Nicaragua has a natural wonder which is in kind absolutely unparalleled throughout the rest of the world. The Somoto Canyon National Monument protected area covers an area of approximately 170 hectares, of which 125 hectares are in the actual zone of the canyon.
        About the operator
        Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
        • Vamos Travel Nic
          5.0 of 5 bubbles152
          Leon, Nicaragua
          Joined in June 2019
        • Venture05964568516
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing Activity
          Franklin is an amazing guide, the photos taken were brilliant and his whole tour was fantastic! Loved the salsa lesson on top of the volcano boarding
          Written March 16, 2025
        • Goosefoot143
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A great day out
          A very interesting and informative tour. Great to see some of the area around Leon and sample local food and drink. Franklin was very engaging and we were well looked after.
          Written March 13, 2025
        • K2570KIsarahh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          10/10😀 Franklin our guide was fab
          Had loads of fun, Franklin was an excellent guide, he kept the energy high and made sure we all had a great time. Note: the volcano is STEEP so be prepared for some adrenaline and a bumpy ride on the way down! Also the hike up was very pretty and a highlight in itself :)
          Written March 11, 2025
        • petriev2025
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Would recommend
          Had a lot of fun volcano boarding. The hike up is fairly easy and you get rewarded with great views at the top! Franklin was a good guide and shared a lot of high quality photos and videos.
          Written March 11, 2025
        • simonhoem
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great experience!
          This is a must do activity in Nicaragua. Easy hike, and the guide was lovely. Did his best to make everyone happy and to have a good time👌
          Written March 10, 2025
        • 96benedicted
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing experience
          Our guide Franklin made sure we had an amazing time on the volcano. He was knowledgeable and shared information of the eruptions in the past. The vibes were great, he brought a JBL speaker and played tunes for us. He took a lot of high quality pictures and videos for us to remember the experience! (Included in the price) For a very good price we got transportation, information, gear, cold drinks and a lot of fun :) (- booked the tour through G-Adventures)
          Written February 12, 2025
        • Desiree0314
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Volcano boarding
          Such a fun and unique experience! Would 100% recommend. On top of it, our guide Franklin was soo knowledgeable and he even made us a professional video with pictures:)
          Written February 8, 2025
        • Lovetotravel9876
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent experience
          I greatly enjoyed the hiking and boarding at the volcano with Franklin. He is kind, professional and provided an excellent service. I can highly recommend Franklin for similar excursions.
          Written January 16, 2025
        • jerolynb40
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing!
          This tour was fantastic! Well worth it. Franklin was the guide for my wife and I, he was very knowledgeable! They picked us up in a nice new roomy truck for our private tour to Cerro Negro. My wife and I are not avid hikers so it was nice that we went at our own pace taking scenic breaks along the way. We didn’t even have to carry up our boards up the volcano, which is awesome because I saw many other boarders carrying theirs, no thanks. Franklin took a lot of pictures and videos of us which in itself basically getting a private photographer/videographer was sweet! Super worth it right there! Memories for a lifetime. :) He airdropped us right away as well. The jumpsuit we wore was of a denim material so it made us feel very safe! It was a more protective that what others wore. It was high quality material. The only thing I recommend bringing with you up the volcano beside a bottle of water is a handkerchief to cover your mouth when sledding down. And then the sledding part WOW. Sooo fun! And it was all on film! Thank you so much for a wonderful time. Absolutely recommend!
          Written January 7, 2025
        • chang l
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great city tour about Leon/Nica history and culture
          Did the private city tour with Franklin. Took closed to 4hour to go through some major point around city center. Not too much walking but a great intensive amount of history knowledge about the city/country and culture. Frankin is very professional on the history background. And can clearly introduce all the detail and answer the question. This is really a good suggested trip. A foreigner traveling to the city wont be able to understand and appreciate the history and culture easily without a professional guide.
          Written January 6, 2025
        • Avid1
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Not Yellowstone but a genuinely interesting way to spend a few hours in Leon
          We went with guide Franklin and his brother-in-law/driver, Darwin, to the Jacinto mud pools. They were both very friendly and Franklin provided some background to the region's history en route. The boiling mud pools are an interesting feature and you get pretty close. We're usually nervous of trips that sell interactions with communities in case they are too staged but the lady that demonstrated tortilla making was outstanding, as was her cousin, who provided the venue. Darwin has relatives in the village and it's clear that there's a genuine warmth to the people who live there. We encourage people to visit. It's gentle, warm hearted and educational.
          Written January 5, 2025
        • Athina-Nanno K
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A MUST
          Amazing experience. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and very helpful during the hike. Highly recommend this tour agency. Thank you guys!!
          Written November 29, 2024
        • njd1488
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great service. Excellent and informative experience.
          Franklin arranged everything for me, including my airport pick up and hotel transfers. Julio was my guide and agreed to take me to the cathedral as soon as it opened. As a result, I have the entire rooftop to myself. Beautiful experience.
          Written October 20, 2024
        • njd1488
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent experience. Great service.
          Franklin organized my trip before I arrived. Sergio was my guide for the day. I was picked up early from the hotel. They had a local carry my board up to the top of the volcano at no additional cost to me. It was a hot hike up, but since I was a solo traveler, Sergio allowed me to go at my own pace. The trail that I boarded down was a little slow at first, with a couple of dips that I had to wiggle my way out of, but eventually it picked up quite a bit of speed. You essentially use your legs to help you stop or go faster. Hopefully you have enough core strength to stop yourself from tipping to the left or too far to the right. The views make the hike worked while. It was fun and exciting.
          Written October 20, 2024
        • venturebae
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing Tour and Awesome Guide
          Sergio was an excellent guide. My husband and I were picked up promptly and supplied with all the gear we needed for the tour. I was nervous about this activity because I’m out of shape and not a “hiker” but Sergio was patient and kind. He didn’t rush me or make me feel bad when I wanted to stop for a quick break. Sergio is knowledgeable about the area and has a great sense of humor. I highly recommend the private tour with Sergio as your guide!
          Written September 27, 2024
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