From the laid-back vibes and waves of the Pacific Coast to tropical rainforests alive with jungle melodies, take the road less travelled on this trip through Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica with other travellers your own age. This is one of our most exciting trips, filled with breathtaking scenery and a chance to experience local culture with a two-night community guesthouse stay on the island of Ometepe. Enjoy a blend of public and private transportation, which not only keeps costs down but also gives you a chance to really meet the locals.
Day 1: Antigua GuatemalaArrive at any time. Tonight, explore El Barrio, a vibrant marketplace of many small bars and pubs. Get to know your fellow travellers over a few drinks, and cheers to the adventures to come.
Day 2: Antigua Guatemala/CopánSet off today on a full day of travel from Antigua across the border to neighboring Honduras, arriving to the town of Copán Ruinas in the evening.
Day 3: CopánFree time in Copán. Opt to visit the ruins of Copán or soak in hot springs.
Day 4: Copán/SuchitotoCross the border into El Salvador and stay in the colonial town of Suchitoto. Don't forget to try the delicious pupusas, a local Salvadorian specialty.
Day 5: Suchitoto/La Libertad RegionEnjoy a free morning in Suchitoto before heading to the coast in the La Libertad region. The sunsets in these small surfing towns are stunning. Grab a cold drink and enjoy!
Day 6: La Libertad RegionEnjoy a free day in the laidback beach towns of the area to take a surf lesson, eat fresh ceviche at the fish market in nearby La Libertad, visit the Tamanique waterfalls, or chill out with a beer in hand.
Day 7: La Libertad Region/LeónSet off early for a full day of travel by land and sea to Nicaragua, finishing up in colonial León with a brief orientation walk.
Day 8: León/GranadaJourney to Granada and see its colourful colonial buildings on an orientation walk. Enjoy a Big Night Out with the group.
Day 9: GranadaFree time to explore beautiful Granada's markets, buildings and museums. Opt to kayak in Lake Nicaragua or swim in Laguna de Apoyo.
Day 10: Granada/Isla de OmetepeGet to know local friends during a 2-night G Adventures-supported community homestay on Ometepe. Try the local cuisine and test out some language skills.
Day 11: Isla de OmetepeEnjoy free time to explore Ometepe. Opt to climb Volcano Concepción or Volcano Maderas, take a cultural tour, visit the beach at Santo Domingo, or visit el Ojo de Agua for a refreshing swim and lunch. You can also view pre-Columbian petroglyphs or the small museum of indigenous artifacts in Altagracia.
Day 12: Isla de Ometepe/MonteverdeTake a ferry back to the mainland and cross the border into Costa Rica, finishing up in the cloudforest air of Monteverde.
Day 13: MonteverdeFree day in Monteverde. Opt to visit a cloud forest reserve, fly through the jungle canopy via zipline, or tour a coffee plantation.
Day 14: Monteverde/La FortunaTransfer to La Fortuna along bumpy roads, then break up the journey with a peaceful boat ride on Lake Arenal before a short ride to the town.
Day 15: La FortunaFree time to enjoy the La Fortuna and Arenal area.
Day 16: La Fortuna/San JoséJourney through the mountains to the capital for a final night out.
Day 17: San JoséDepart at any time.
