Islets of Granada
Islets of Granada
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carlotatrx
Sant Cugat del Valles, Spain445 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I went here with a group from a tourist company whose name I won't show for their good (I don't know if I can write it, anyway). The tour was 20 USD which I later on found out could have been negotiated to 13. We did a very slow tour on a boat around the islands. The guid e was speaking in Spanish with me and to his other friend on the boat (I'm a fluent Spanish speaker), failing to provide info about the islands of anything, but limiting himself to answering my endless list of questions (which I asked in English so the rest of the group would follow). We saw cappuccino as spider monkeys, which I don't like how tourist companies treat them. Tourists and/or guides give monkeys any food the monkeys want and that is not good for them, just so the monkeys jump on their boat and they can take some pics, which is not their habitat .
We stopped for 40 min In an island to chill and do nothing (you could buy expensive drinks if you wanted to). We went back and had to wait for 30 min for the van to bring us back to Granada main city. If you want to visit the islands, my rec is you do it on a kayak.
We stopped for 40 min In an island to chill and do nothing (you could buy expensive drinks if you wanted to). We went back and had to wait for 30 min for the van to bring us back to Granada main city. If you want to visit the islands, my rec is you do it on a kayak.
Written January 31, 2020
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Mark D
Fisherviille77 contributions
Jan 2020
Four of us took a carriage ride for $10 dollars US to see some of the sights. The high point was seeing a funeral procession with coach. We also took a very reasonable boat ride on Lake Nicaragua with our group. ($5 US) per person. Over 20 of us!
Written February 12, 2020
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Astrobeemer
Vancouver, Canada1,208 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
This was one of the most memorable parts of our trip. The boat ride was the perfect speed to enjoy the magical surroundings of The Islets of Granada. Each little island was covered in lush tropical vegetation and had a unique house, restaurant or lodging on it. I would love to spend an entire week on one of these little islands. So much wildlife, from birds to iguanas and even monkeys on these Islets. It was truly magical
Written March 8, 2020
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Sandy B
Kingsport, TN39 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Ever dream of a jungle cruise or living on a tropical island? Lake Nicaragua near Granada has a treasure trove of islands formed by the volcano, Mombacho, that towers over them. Hire a launch and enjoy the ride...many islands, once inhabited by squatters who lived by fishing, are now home for people from several countries who fell in love with the place. You’ll visit “monkey island” if you take the tour on the Granada side of the peninsula that extends out from the base of Mombacho. Look for beautiful birds, gorgeous flowers, and enjoy one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world...there were pirates here in the 1500’s! Ya’ think there may be treasure? Who knows? But there IS a treat for the senses everywhere you turn.
Written February 14, 2020
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Darren M
London, UK430 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Did the boat trip while in Granada and had a real laugh while doing so. Our boat man was great at spotting birds and therefore we saw quite a few ! Kingfishers, herons and other species.
Was good value for money but you cant always bet on wildlife of course.
Would recommend as something different to do if in Granada.
We were there on the 2nd of March.
Was good value for money but you cant always bet on wildlife of course.
Would recommend as something different to do if in Granada.
We were there on the 2nd of March.
Written March 7, 2020
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Nina
Puerto Villamil, Galapagos, Ecuador25 contributions
Dec 2019
We booked a kayaking tour of Las Isletas with Abdalah Tours. I would absolutely suggest kayaking rather than taking the motor boats, it is much more serene and you get to really appreciate the animals and plants surrounding you.
Our tour guide Jose was very fun and knowledgeable and tailored the route we took to our needs.
Overall an excellent experience that was very reasonably priced!
Our tour guide Jose was very fun and knowledgeable and tailored the route we took to our needs.
Overall an excellent experience that was very reasonably priced!
Written January 9, 2020
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chiefbluehawk
Onalaska, WI166 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
We had set this up through our hotel. The cost was very inexpensive. There are 365 islands that were created from an explosion from a volcano. I see there are some negative comments. We had nice views, we also got to go on two of the islands. One we ate at a restaurant, another one we got the see some different flowers that we have never seen before. There are some birds, but you won't see much wildlife. There are two monkey islands, If you are going to one...one bag of mangos will suffice. We ended up giving our bags away as the monkeys weren't that hungry. I listed this a "very good" that may depend on what you are looking for. We wanted a nice boat ride and eat on an island. We got that experience and saw some extras.
Written March 12, 2024
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Mitchell J
Calgary, Canada254 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Great value. The 2 drivers/ hosts showed us monkeys, kingfishers, Montezuma's and many other interesting animals. They made the trip fun and informative, pointing out different things along the way. I would recommend the 1 hour trip that way you can see monkey island.
Would recommend.
Would recommend.
Written February 3, 2020
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Erik García Conchal Beach
Playa Conchal, Costa Rica109 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
We went on an hour tour to see the bunglows on
water and to feed the couple of monkeys on an island . One of the monkeys attack my wife and bite her . We had to go to the hospital and have stayed in Nicaragua for 3 weeks to complete the vaccine shots . Avoid monkey island
water and to feed the couple of monkeys on an island . One of the monkeys attack my wife and bite her . We had to go to the hospital and have stayed in Nicaragua for 3 weeks to complete the vaccine shots . Avoid monkey island
Written September 11, 2022
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ERIC W
Knoxville, TN4,420 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
There are right at 365 little island that surround the whole peninsula. I’ve personally been paddle boarding around these islands for years. Lots of beautiful homes, nice hotels, and wildlife to see. Best to explore In boat, paddle boarding, or kayak. Very large area. If you had a week you couldn’t see all of them.
Written March 10, 2020
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About 45 km away
Written June 11, 2023
I would like to take a longer tour of the islands and peninsula. What is available, and what is the cost? I'll be coming from where I live in Costa Rica. Have been to Granada once for 3 days, would like to see more.
Written April 5, 2017
You should be able to negotiate a tour of any length. The guides seem more than happy to make a little more money.
Written May 23, 2017
Should we bring local currency or would they take USD? What about prices for tours, markets, food and lodging?
We want to do Granada and San Juan del sur and will only have 3 days, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We need to be back to Managua Monday for an morning flight... I appreciate any recommendations
Written January 13, 2017
You bring US. You can change your money at the bank or exchange from street corner vendors, they're pretty much at the same rate as banks. ATM's will give out one or the other, local or US.
Written March 13, 2017
Por cuanto anda el valor de un paseo por las isletas asegurada con salvavidas.. y donde buscarlo??
Written November 6, 2016
Could anyone let me know how steep the steps are to getting into the boats to travel around the isletas as I have bad knees and from pictures it looks as if the steps are quite deep. Any advise would be appreciated
Written August 12, 2016
The guides will help you in and out of the boat but they are pretty steep. There aren't many of them though, maybe ten steps or so on each isleta. It wasn't a physical excursion at all.
Written August 19, 2016
my question is how hot is it in Granada ?? march april +MAy . I might travel there next week , but it says 93 degrees every day and humid?? thanks for any replies ! Daniel
Written May 14, 2016
Hi Daniel, It's pretty hot and humid, I was there in April and I spent a lot of time sweating! Around the lake there is a nice breeze and if you're in the shade it is bearable but in direct sunlight walking around with your heavy backpack on it is pretty intense! Just be prepared to sweat a lot as it is definitely humid! Hope that helps?
Written May 16, 2016
How much is it in cordoba for a 2 hours tour?
Written March 14, 2016
Este comentario podria ser util solo y cuando sabemos quien es esa persona, donde esta el barco y datos de contactos...
Written May 4, 2015
Siento no poder dar más información, ya que no se trataba de ninguna tour operadora.
Lo que quiero que se entienda con mi comentario es que recomiendo ir andando en dirección al lago e ir comparando las diferentes ofertas que seguro te encuentras por el camino. Mi sensación, y no se me hace raro, es que cuanto más cerca del lago contrates la barca, más barato será.
Written May 5, 2015
Is it possible to do a tour of Granada and the Islets of Granada in one day? I only have two days. Was thinking about one day in Leon and then on to Granada. Would it be better to spend 2 days in Granada? Plan is to leave Managua Sunday am and go to Leon. Spend night in Leon. Go to Granada Monday am and back to Managua Mon. Night to catch early am flight on Tues. Am. Should I skip Leon and just do Granada and the Islets?
Written March 26, 2015
You can do the islets boat tour and a horse and carriage ride to see the entire city in one day (you still would have time to walk around). The boat tour takes about 1 1/2 hours. The carriage ride we had was about 2 hours. We had a tour guide from Favio Express- Carlos. He was detailed and very punctual.
We arrived in Granada on a Monday afternoon from Managua. Carlos dropped is to the hotel to change. We grabbed a quick bite to eat. Then we did a coffee tour on Mombacho. After that we headed down to take the tour of the islets. It was about 4:45/5pm'ish.
Tuesday we did a 2 hour horse and carriage ride around the city with stopping at several locations for tours of museums with our tour guide. We had lunch on our own and walked around the Cathedral & Park. in the afternoon we did a tour of Mombacho Cigars which was about an hour. We left the cigar factory and headed to the choco museum to take a chocolate making class! We had the best 2 hours there laughing, learning and making chocolate! In the evening we just hung out near our hotel (Hotel Dario) at all the great cafes and restaurants on the street.
We originally only planned on 2 days Granada but we had a few plan changes and stayed a 3rd day. We had Carlos take us to Omtempe Island. Which was amazing! It was worth it to see the volcanos and all the birds!!! This was a full 8-9 hour day.
We headed up north to Esteli for the rest of our trip.
Next year it is Costa Rica, San Juan Del Sur and Leon for us! So you will have to let us know how Leon does for you!
Hope this helps!
Written March 27, 2015
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