Eco Hostel
WHAT WE OFFER:
There is a huge array of activities right at our doorstep, whether you’re interested in learning about the local culture or looking for an adrenaline rush we will have something that’s right for you.
Sunset Baby Sea Turtle Release
Our local sea turtle superhero, Ramon, works hard to raise money to buy endangered sea turtle eggs that would otherwise be sold into the food industry as a delicacy. At sunset, baby sea turtles follow the light of the setting sun into the ocean, so after Ramon hatches the eggs for their protection from poachers, you can release the babies and watch them crawl into the ocean where they'll help to bring their species back to a secure status. This is a great mission to support!
$30
/Person
Volcano Hike:
Mount Coseguina
Hike the beautiful Mount Cosiguina, the northernmost volcano in Nicaragua. The mountain is situated in the middle of the northern peninsula of Nicaragua, offering scenic views all around. There are two options for the hike. One longer one and one shorter one. the shorter route is about 3 hours. The longer one, approximately 5 hours. This hike can be guided, with Ramon including lunch and a drink, or unguided. If you take it guided, this supports saving the sea turtles as well! Price for guided hike below:
Guided
$60
/Person
Unguided
FREE
Surfing Class with a Local Instructor
We have very consistent waves here in Jiquilillo which are good for beginners. There are options for instructors who speak English or Spanish. They'll all be happy to take you out for a lesson. In mid summer, May, June, July, the waves become bigger and better for experienced surfers. The lesson cost includes a board rental for the whole day. If you have your own board, lessons are $15. For only a board rental without a lesson it's $10 per day.
$25
/Person
Bio-luminescent Estuary
Kayak/Boat Tour
The estuary just up the road from Rancho Esperanza is rich with plants and wildlife. This includes resident bio-luminescent dinophytes. When you paddle a kayak, watch the wake of a boat, or see waves crashing on the shore, see these miraculous organisms produce a glow of light in the water. Set out at 7:30 PM to experience the estuary at night along with this bioluminescence. Ramon organizes these guided tours, so this supports saving the sea turtles as well. The price includes kayak rental.
$35
/Person
Estuary and Mangrove
Kayak/Boat Tour
Kayak or boat along mangrove forest shores for sunrise (or a bit later if you want to sleep in) and see local wildlife in the calm waters. On the other side of the estuary, hop out of your vessel and take a hike up for great views before heading back. Total time for this outing is about 4-5 hours. Guided by Ramon in English and/or Spanish, this activity supports saving the sea turtles as well. The price includes kayak rental.
$30
/Person
Sand Flats Crabbing Class
Experience authentic local life with a class by Ramon on finding and catching crabs. This is a manual job out on the tidal sand flats. When the water recedes, the crabs bury themselves in the wet sand, and you have to find them! Our amazing cook, Ana, can cook the crabs you catch for your dinner. As this is an activity with Ramon, it also supports saving the baby sea turtles. This activity is about 2.5 hours.
$16
/Person
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Local cooking workshops
Local food workshops include tortilla, cheese, coconut milk, and coconut oil making classes. All ingredients are locally sourced and using traditional Nicaraguan methods of working, perfect for families and groups.
Local lifestyle workshops
Lifestyle workshops include a natural medicine tour and handline fishing class. If there are any classes in which you are particularly interested please let us know in advance.
Included with Your Stay
Volleyball
Surfing
Board Games
Soccer
Beach Access
