A LUXURY VACATION TO RIO SAN JUAN
This wonderfully authentic corner of Nicaragua is marked by the Rio San Juan, a vast river winding through country from its source at Lake Nicaragua to the Caribbean Sea.
Since its heyday in the 16th century, this waterway has made its mark as an important trade route, heaving mercenaries, pirates and explorers along its 200-kilometre route.
Today life is somewhat quieter on the river. Civilisation comes in the form of tiny riverside towns, dotted with colourful stilt houses along the riverbanks. There are still no cars here and everything comes and goes by river, ensuring Rio San Juan remains an important artery through the heart of Nicaragua.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO ON RIO SAN JUAN
As night falls in these wild parts, the distinction between sky, land and river becomes blurred as darkness creeps in and fireflies drift around like roaming constellations.
Take a luxury river cruise wildlife safari, taking in the full-length of the river. On either side of the river banks sprawls the vast natural reserve of the Indio Maíz, more than 3,180 square metres of primary rainforest – much of which remains unchartered. Adventures and expeditions into the jungle are full of delight, spotting sloths, iguanas, numerous species of birds and – with help of expert guides – tree frogs no bigger than a thumbnail.
ELSEWHERE IN NICARAGUA
Be it for active volcanoes, thick jungle, unspoilt beaches or charming colourful towns, Nicaragua is waiting.
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