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Nicaragua : When to go ?

The dry season corresponds to months from November to April; the rainy season extends from May to early November. However, it rains much more on the Caribbean coast (especially from September to February) than on the Pacific coast. The rainy season is not necessarily unpleasant, the rains rarely for more than a few hours. The main sights in the peaceful region, in November and December, seem to be the most beautiful.The high tourist seasons are in Christmas, January/February, during the Holy Week (Easter) and during the months of July/August.

Nicaragua : Go with a local agency

A privileged natureThe spectacle of nature in Nicaragua is an enchantment for the traveler and a good opportunity to engage in activities fostered by rivers, natural parks, lakes, mountains and mangroves.Unique beaches and preserved beachesThe isthmus has the privilege of moving between two seas: the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Surfers celebrate angry waters of the first, visitors praise the softness (and warmth) of the second. There are for all tastes: kayaking can be carried out through beautiful mangroves rich in avifauna, diving in crystalline waters or simply sun on beaches still virgin, most of them human construction.As many activities as you can choose to practice according to your tastes through a custom-made circuit set up by a local travel agency.A hospitable and hospitable populationDespite the poverty of the people of Nicaragua who do not always give them the desire to laugh at life, the foreigner is all the subject of caring attention, and there will always be someone to engage in conversation with you. By organizing your trip to Nicaragua with a local agency, you have every chance of meeting these very warm inhabitants of Nicaragua, an authentic experience.Nicaragua and Honduras. An attractive room in a colonial hotel returns around 40 to 50 US $ for two (once again, some include taxes, but it is rare). On the island of Ometepe in Nicaragua, camping is possible for less than US $ 3 per person; formulae exist in dormitories in tourist sites (Granada, León, Copán Ruinas): of around US $ 5 per person. It is finally possible and finally recommended to stay in a foster family on the Réserve reserve near Estelí, in northern Nicaragua, or to share the daily Des in western Honduras: one of the best memories of your trip to Central America without doubt.Restaurants prices vary dramatically, but in general, compared to the countries of Europe, they are very low: approximately US $ 2 per person in a market for a dish of the day with drink; between US $ 4 and US $ 8 a good dish of fish or meat in a pleasant restaurant; from US $ 10 (per dish) you fall into the country's "luxury" category. The most reputable tables offer dishes around US $ 20 to $ 15: The kitchen is then refined. Obviously, we do not include beverages (beer between US $ 2 and US $ 1), or taxes or tips. In general, these prices are to be increased in Roatán, a case other than Honduras, and it is possible to find a dormitory from US $ 6 or US $ 8 per person. Do not intend to spend less than US $ 20 for a single double room: Many establishments require between US $ 60 and US $ 40 (this is the most recommendable category, since rates are more or less similar to other Central American countries and the stay is modern, colonial and quality in general). Luxury hotels are the US $ 200 to US $ 150 for standard rooms.Poor travellers will be surprised by the prices of restaurants: a fish is at least US $ 5 or US $ 10 in most cases. A Chinese boui in a scruffy neighborhood of San Salvador still asks US $ 3...However, there are a multitude of small dilapidated pensions that we have not identified in this guide; they offer cheaper housing, even if the economy is not so remarkable and if comfort is to the limit of bearable.Transport, however, is very cheap.FormalitésYou do not need a visa to enter Nicaragua. A passport valid 6 months after arrival is sufficient. You will be allowed permission to travel for 30 days from the date of entry.You will also have to pay an entry fee (tourist visa) of USD 10, issued at the airport or at the border crossing from Honduras or Costa Rica; a customs tax of USD 3 is added (land borders), and sometimes even a municipal tax of USD 1 (as in Peñas Blancas to win Costa Rica, for example).

Spoken languages

The national language of these three countries is Spanish. But it should be noted that English is mainly used on the Caribbean coast due to history (northern Honduras and eastern Nicaragua). English is also spoken in major tourist cities.Learning language: There are different ways to learn a few basics of language and the offer for self-learning can be done on different media: CD, DVD, exercise books or even directly on the Internet.

Currency

Local currency is córdoba (abbreviated C $ in this guide), divided into 100 centavos. Tickets are 10, 20, 50 and 100 córdobas, or 1, 5, 10, 25 and 50 cents (the first two are less and less used). There are also 5, 10, 25 and 50 cent coins and 1 and 5 córdobas. Sometimes, Córdoba is called peso (a common habit in Latin America).The dollar is almost the only currency accepted in Nicaragua. However, banks accept euros in large cities or borders. It may be wise to get a bit of everything, knowing that the euro is so far much stronger than the dollar and that you will lose a few under incessant changes. For your traveller's cheques, do not hesitate for a moment, and take dollars.In HondurasThe local currency is lempira (abstract Lps in this guide), divided into 100 centavos. Tickets are 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50,100 and 500 lempiras, exhibits 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 centavos.As in Nicaragua, the dollar is almost the only accepted currency, outside of banks in large cities.A El SalvadorThe US dollar (US abstract in this guide) is, since January 1, 2001, the country's official currency.

Weather

A tropical tropical type on the east Atlantic coast, dry tropical on the west pacific coast, temperate tropical on the highlands of central regions (mostly fresh in altitude).

Why choose a local agency ?

  • Each local agent lives in the place and is an expert of the destination.
  • Your trip will be 100% tailor-made and will fit all your wishes.
  • Your local agent will always be available to ensure your trip fulfills your requirements.
  • Enjoy the best prices being constantly in touch with the local organisation.
  • This is a win-win deal without intermediaries, especially for you !

Why travel with a local agency ?

  • Each local agent lives in the place and is an expert of the destination.
  • Your trip will be 100% tailor-made and will fit all your wishes.
  • Your local agent will always be available to ensure your trip fulfills your requirements.
  • Enjoy the best prices being constantly in touch with the local organisation.

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