Zapatera & El Muerto Islands Day Trip
Day Trip Details
After picking you up at your hotel in Granada, we'll head to one of the docks of Lake Cocibolca. After a 10-minute ride, we'll arrive at the port of Cabañas Amarillas, and board a boat to begin a tranquil 1.5-hour trip.
Throughout our sail, we'll be surrounded by an incredible landscape, featuring the Mombacho Volcano on the horizon. First, we'll dock at Zapatera Island, the second-largest island on the lake.
Once there, we'll visit the indigenous community of Sonzapote, for a 1-hour stroll through, accompanied by members of the tribe. Then, we'll go into its archaeological site, where we'll see pre-Columbian idols carved in stone that reach up to 2 m (6ft 5 in) high.
At the end of this walk among ancestral vestiges, we'll stop to enjoy a fruit snack. After this break, we'll return to the boat and head towards El Muerto Island.
After a few minutes of sailing, we'll arrive at this private island to explore the small square of El Muerto Island for an hour. There, we'll discover the rock art on volcanic stones. We'll see peculiar symbolic figures, scenes of daily life, representations of ceremonies and astronomical calendars. A fascinating deep dive into a thousand years of history!
Finally, we'll sail back to the Cabañas Amarillas dock. From there, we'll head to your hotel in Granada, bringing the experience to an end, 6 hours later.
More Information
Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by minibus and speedboat
English–speaking guide
Admission to sites mentioned
Fruit
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Enjoy Nicaragua Travel Specialist Corporate name: David Alejandro Rosales Garcia Registered Office: Del parque central de Granada, 50 mts al lago, Granada, Nicaragua Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 2012709820002U Contact information Email: operation@enjoy-nicaragua.com Phone: +505 8210-5583
If you have any other questions please contact us.
