Navigating Nicaragua's Volcanoes & Lakes

Our adventures are built for small groups, with a maximum of 12 travellers on each guided tour. Each group is diverse, comprised of men and women of many different nationalities and ages. By travelling in small groups we leave minimal ecological impact, cause less disruption to the native life and are able to gain a better appreciation for our surroundings. Small numbers also allow greater flexibility and spontaneity: a dinner in a local home, an impromptu village wedding invite and any such experiences that can become among the most memorable experiences of your BikeHike adventure.

We understand that people come in many fitness levels, so we've graded our trips accordingly. There are four difficulty levels on our trips: Easy, Moderate, Challenging, and Strenuous.

This is a “moderate” trip. These trips include 4-5 hours of physical activity throughout the day, with many breaks along the way. The biking portions of BikeHike Adventure’s trips are the most cardiovascular portions of the trips, but there are always support vehicles available on our BikeHike trips. During the biking section, our travellers don’t have to carry anything on their backs as any packs can be carried in the support vehicle.  During the hiking portions of the trip, the most you would have to carry on your back is a daypack.

BikeHike Adventures has been operating since 1994.

The logistics of organizing tours to remote corners of the world can be very complex. Our trip development department spends long hours researching destinations, routes, ground operations and equipment. All itineraries are screened without clients before they are added to our growing repertoire of adventures. Nothing is untested.

Our travellers share a common love for outdoor adventure. Most are looking for a physical adventure in an unfamiliar destination. A typical trip is comprised of men and women in good physical condition, who exercise regularly and are invigorated by a personal challenge. The age range on this trip is typically from 35-60, although we occasionally get younger and older travellers as well.

Managua. You can arrive anytime on day 1 of the trip and depart anytime on day 9.

The best time of year is from November to May. Nicaragua observes a tropical climate. There are two main seasons (dry and rainy). The dry season is from November to early May and the rainy from late May until the end of October. Temperatures vary little during the year. The average high temperature is 32°C (90°F) and the low 20°C (68°F) in the Pacific region that includes Managua, Leon and Isla Ometepe.

Many of our travellers (both men and women) join as singles. On average, BikeHike groups are 75% single travellers and 25% couples. Unlike many adventure travel companies, we don't charge single supplement fees to solo travellers. Instead, we pair you with another traveller of the same gender. If we can't find you a roommate, you get your own room at no additional charge. A single private room supplement fee is only required if you specifically request a confirmed private room for the duration of the trip. Learn more about solo travel with BikeHike. 

We will do our best to accommodate special dietary requests (e.g. vegetarian, gluten free, etc.), but ask that you please discuss your request with us when signing up for a trip.

While most of our trips are created with adults in mind, many of our itineraries are suitable for strong and active teenagers. This trip is generally not a family focused trip for young children but teenagers would enjoy it. However, we do offer many Family Focused trips, some of which are able to accommodate children as young as six.

The biking on Ometepe Island is all on paved and rocky dirt roads around the island. Expect undulating roads through small villages along the coast. There will be one or two guides with you and a support vehicle shadowing the route carrying all the nuts and bolts to make for a hassle free experience. You are encouraged to cycle at the speed you are most comfortable with and to not push over your own limits.

The hiking portion is merely day tripping, carrying no more than a daypack containing a jacket, water bottle, snacks and camera.

The kayak portion of the trip takes place in tandem and single sit on top kayaks on Lake Nicaragua. It is a leisurely paddle through lava islands with plenty of opportunity to see the daily activities of the locals. Previous paddle experience is not necessary.

Donned in harnesses, helmets and gloves, we traverse along cables perched high in the forest canopy. We whisk from platform to platform with a rush of adrenaline and our expert guides safely slow us down on the other end. There are 12 platforms, a high wire walk and an exciting and fast rappel at the end.

Nicaragua does not have availability for E-bikes at this time.

Yes. The support vehicle will carry all the necessary equipment including bikes and all our personal equipment. Your gear will be in the vehicle at all times, so you are only expected to carry a daypack at any given time.

Yes, Wi-Fi and cell reception is available in most areas, mainly in the cities. However, while hiking and biking, there are perhaps a few areas where cell reception is unavailable. Most hotels are equipped with Wi-Fi.

We cannot give official medical advice. We advise you to contact your nearest travel clinic for updated information on health requirements, because this information can and does change frequently. You should plan ahead for your inoculations, as some of them require 30 days to take affect. Some shots cause mild reactions (fatigue to mild fever and nausea) and may require more than one dose over a period of weeks. A great resource site is the Centre of Disease Control at www.cdc. gov.