San Juan del Sur Nicaragua, Granada City
Nicaragua
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Cruises availables
At departure or passage at this port
Frequently Asked Questions
No, this is a tender port: a few minutes by launch takes you from the ship's deck to the sand of the main beach. The landing gives straight onto the seafront.
The climb to Christ of the Mercy for the panorama, a nearby beach by shuttle or taxi, and a ceviche on the waterfront. Granada, by contrast, takes the whole day.
A monumental statue of Christ installed in 2009 on the northern headland, arms open above the Pacific. You reach it by taxi, or on foot if you have the energy; from the esplanade the whole bay opens at once.
Playa Maderas, a gathering point for surfers of all levels with its schools and beach shacks, and Playa Hermosa, a long stretch of sand good for walking and supervised swimming for beginners. Both are reached by shuttle or taxi.
Yes, the region is known for its consistent waves and Playa Maderas takes surfers of all levels, schools included. It is part of why the town lives barefoot.
About two hours by road, by excursion. The colonial city unfolds its yellow and white churches, cobbled lanes and courtyard houses beside Lake Nicaragua, with a boat trip among the islets.
Hundreds of green fragments born of an ancient eruption, where herons and monkeys share the trees. A boat trip threads among them from Granada.
The morning's fish grilled whole, with rice, fried plantain and green mango salad, served while the fishing boats rock a few metres from the tables. Fresh juices — soursop, pineapple, watermelon — are drunk ice cold.
Yes. Bring local currency or US dollars in small bills: ATMs are scarce outside the centre. Add a hat and water.
The last tender time. If you head to a nearby beach or to Granada, keep a comfortable margin — on an independent excursion, being back on time is your responsibility.
