Nicaragua Tuk-Tuk Adventure - February 2027
Location: Nicaragua
Duration: 10 Days
From: $2,880
Overview
Overview
This trip is a 10-day self-drive Tuk-Tuk loop through Nicaragua, starting and ending on the shores of Lake Nicaragua in the colonial city of Granada. Teams drive their own Tuk-Tuks through picturesque, generally flat countryside, passing towering volcanoes, crater lakes, and Pacific beaches, with support from a mechanic, permits, and a luggage truck along the way. Roads are largely straight and quiet outside the major cities.
The route runs from Laguna de Apoyo to Granada, then out to the Pacific coast for a beach rest day at the surf town of Popoyo, before a ferry crossing to Ometepe Island, home to the twin volcanoes Maderas and Concepción and an optional steep hike to the summit of one. From there it continues to a second beach stop at San Juan del Sur before the final leg back to Granada for a celebratory close.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival & Training, Laguna de Apoyo (Fri, Feb 19)
Arrive, register, and meet fellow adventurers before an orientation covering Tuk-Tuk driving and GPS-free navigation. Overnight near the crater lake of Laguna de Apoyo. Welcome dinner included.
Day 2 — Flag Off to Granada, 20 km (Sat, Feb 20)
The official flag-off leaves the crater lake for Granada, with optional stops at Mombacho volcano, a boat or kayak tour of the isletas, or a wander through Granada's colonial streets and artisan shops. Breakfast and lunch on the road included.
Day 3 — Granada to Popoyo, 70 km (Sun, Feb 21)
A 70km drive crosses the Nicaraguan countryside to the Pacific coast, reaching the surf town of Popoyo. Breakfast and lunch on the road included.
Day 4 — Rest Day in Popoyo (Mon, Feb 22)
A beach rest day with optional surf lessons or yoga. Breakfast included; lunch at leisure.
Day 5 — Popoyo to Ometepe Island, 77 km (Tue, Feb 23)
The route winds through scenic countryside before a ferry crossing to Ometepe, an island known for its twin volcanoes, Maderas and Concepción. Breakfast and lunch on the road included.
Day 6 — Rest Day on Ometepe (Wed, Feb 24)
A free day to explore the island — lake swimming spots, the beach, or an optional 16km hike up an active volcano for sweeping views.
Day 7 — Ometepe to San Juan del Sur, 60 km (Thu, Feb 25)
Back on the road south to the beach town of San Juan del Sur, known for surf and seafood.
Day 8 — Rest Day in San Juan del Sur (Fri, Feb 26)
A second beach rest day with optional surf lessons, yoga, or hiking, plus time to enjoy the local seafood. Breakfast included; lunch at leisure.
Day 9 — San Juan del Sur to Granada, 100 km (Sat, Feb 27)
The final driving leg returns to colonial Granada, with its vibrant architecture and markets, for a celebratory close to the adventure. Breakfast and lunch on the road included.
Day 10 — Departure Day (Sun, Feb 28)
Say goodbye to fellow travelers, hand back the Tuk-Tuk keys, and head home.
Packages
Inclusions
- Accommodation for each team - 1 room per team.
- Training and driving lessons on arrival day.
- Hire and use of 1 genuine, ready-to-roll Tuk Tuk with 3rd party liability insurance
- Adventure Logistics & Legal Stuff - Mechanic, support team, permits & luggage vehicle.
- Half Board - Locally made breakfasts and dinners at the hotels
- Welcome Pack
- 5% contribution to our Meaningful Travel projects
exclusions
- International Flights, visas or transfers
- Guide Gratuities
- Meals or Alcohol that is not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel Medical Insurance
- Fuel
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