Canoeing Indio Maiz

Travel further into the San Juan River, enter the Indio Maiz reserve, get close to a sunken steamship and learn about the extraordinary people that crossed the river in the 19th century.

Tropical Forest Trail

Hike across the primary and secondary forests to discover rare fauna and flora, while walking beneath the 200-foot canopy of hardwood trees.

River Night Tour

After the sunset, enjoy our night tour on our private boat. Embrace the silence of the river and sight owls, caimans and basilisks in their native habitat.

El Castillo:17th-century Fortress

The old 17th-century fortress has amazing views of the river. Once used to contain pirates from invading the rich city of Granada, its stones are now home to the only library in El Castillo village.

Jungle Night Tour

Get in the primary forest and find nocturnal species by the hand of our river San Juan experienced guides. Nearly 70% of animals are active at night.

Birdwatching

There are 221 bird species dwelling in the Indio Maiz Biosphere Reserve. The trail comprises sections of dense primary forest with open spaces close to the river to enable better spotting.

River San Juan Rural Farm

Visit a Nicaraguan finca by the river San Juan and learn on its day-to-day activities. You get to also taste a locally made gallo pinto!

Horseback riding

Experience the exhilaration of horseback riding through Nicaragua's farmland and backwoods, witnessing the day to day life of your local guide's cocoa farming and production routine.