At a Glance
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Day 1: Managua to Granada Isletas - Arrival
When you land in Managua, you’ll be whisked away in a private transfer to the shores of Lake Nicaragua, where you’ll catch a boat bound for Jicaro Island, your first destination. Take in the sights & sounds of the rainforest as you settle into the luxury digs you’ll call home for the next three days.
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Day 2: Granada Isletas - Paddling the isletas at sunset
Your time at Jicaro Island Ecolodge will be spent making the most of the lodge's ample facilities – daily lakeside yoga classes to relax mind and body, and unlimited access to boats, kayaks or paddleboards to explore Lake Nicaragua at your leisure. For dinner tonight, share a romantic candlelit dinner on a private dock, and later, drift off to sleep to the sound of waves lapping at the shore and gentle tropical breezes rustling leaves in the trees.
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Day 3: Granada Isletas - Dine by candlelight on a private floating deck
After a relaxing day spent poolside, enjoying the spa, or catching some rays on your spacious private terrace, head out on a guided afternoon paddle through the scenic isletas to enjoy sightings of a diverse array of bird and animal life and soak in the views of majestic Mombacho in the distance, before you watch the sun set over Lake Nicaragua.
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Day 4: Isletas to Granada - Cruise through the isletas to colonial Granada
Start your day with a leisurely morning, enjoying breakfast and lunch at the lodge before taking a short boat ride to the city of Granada, to wander the cobblestone streets, indulge in the city's thriving culinary scene, and immerse yourself in Nicaragua's colorful culture.
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Day 5: Granada - Walk 500-year old cobblestone streets in Central America's oldest city
Today, you'll walk in the footsteps of Granada's colonial past, riding in a horse-drawn carriage, exploring the convent and church of San Francisco, which dates back to the 16th century, and climbing the bell tower of Merced for an awe-inspiring panoramic vista of the city, Lake Nicaragua, and the looming silhouette of Mombacho, ever present on the horizon.
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Day 6: Granada to Little Corn Island - Find yourself beach-bound
Rise with the dawn today, bid farewell to Granada, and transfer to Managua to catch a puddle-jumper flight to Big Corn Island. It's time to retreat to Yemaya Hideaway & Spa, a rustic beachfront sanctuary on the picturesque white sand beaches of Little Corn for some well-deserved rest & relaxation.
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Day 7: Little Corn Island - Set sail on a hand-crafted Mosquito sailboat; snorkel Little Corn's best offshore reefs
After breakfast, today is yours to explore the island of Little Corn. Enjoy spectacular views of the ocean from your private terrace, take a paddleboard out for a spin, play in the turquoise surf, walk jungle paths that wind beneath mango, coconut, and breadfruit trees to find a secluded, private stretch of sand to call your own for the day.
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Day 8: Little Corn Island - Set out on foot to explore hidden coves & powdery white sand beaches
This morning, set out to enjoy some of the very best of what the Corn Islands have to offer - crystalline Caribbean waters, gorgeous island views, and a diverse array of undersea life - as you glide along the coastline in a 40-foot handcrafted sailboat, captained by indigenous Miskito sailors. Enjoy the best snorkeling on the island, then relax on deck with a juicy wedge of watermelon and a cold drink as you sail back to Yemaya.
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Day 9: Little Corn Island - Relax in the seaside spa; dine on the beach by candlelight
On your final full day on Little Corn, embrace the laid-back island vibe and get your chill on with a 90-minute massage to release stress and melt tension away, leaving you feeling revitalized and limber. After your last island sunset, go down to the beach for a private, beachfront candlelit dinner for two to wrap up a truly memorable trip.
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Day 10: Little Corn Island - Departure
Transfer to Big Corn Island via boat for a quick flight back to Managua to catch your international flight home. Buen viaje!
