Volcano Trail: Waves & Local Ways
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Small Group
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Volcano Trail: Waves & Local Ways
17 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
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.
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.
Highlights
- Connect with your hosts at community guesthouse stay in Ometepe
- Relax seaside in El Salvador
- Laugh with the locals during a chicken bus journey
- Visit five countries in 17 days.
Trip Details
17 days
Local bus, boat, ferry, private vehicle, taxi, walking.
Small Group
English
Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
San José, Costa Rica
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Antigua Guatemala
Arrive at any time. Antigua is approximately one hour's drive from the international airport in Guatemala City.
Explore the museums, colonial buildings and soak up the atmosphere in this delightful city, one of the best-restored Spanish colonial cities in the world. The entire city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The surrounding volcanoes can be seen from everywhere in the city and the colorful markets attract indigenous artisans from all over the country.
Day 2: Antigua Guatemala/Copán
The colonial highland town of Copán Ruinas is a charming and relaxing place, set along a river in the coffee growing region close to the Guatemalan border.
The Mayan ruins of Copán are fascinating, beautiful and unique among Mayan cities. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980, Copán contains some of the most important Mayan ruins found to date, and many unusual artistic features, including some of the most detailed carving in the Mayan world.
Day 3: Copán
Free time in Copan. Opt to visit the impressive Copan ruins and check out some lesser known Mayan sites along the way. Knowledgable local guides can interpret the many Mayan carvings left here over 1,000 years ago. You can also journey through the countryside to some hidden jungle hot springs for a relaxing soak.
Day 4: Copán/Suchitoto
Day 5: Suchitoto/La Libertad Region
Day 6: La Libertad Region
Day 7: La Libertad Region/León
Day 8: León/Granada
Granada's colonial charm is complemented by the active volcanoes and lakes that surround it, and there are many fun easy day trips available. Hike, cruise, or just explore the city's markets and museums.
Walking is probably the easiest way to see all the sights of Granada.
Day 9: Granada
Free time to explore beautiful Granada's busy markets, colonial buildings and museums on foot or take a horse and carriage ride around town. Enjoy a meal on the "calzada", a pedestrian street that extends from the center of town down to Lake Nicaragua.
There are many optional activities to do just outside of town as well. Walk in the forest at the top of Mombacho Volcano, kayak around the isletas in Lake Nicaragua or swim in Laguna de Apoyo.
Day 10: Granada/Isla de Ometepe
From the town of San Jorge, we cross Lake Nicaragua by ferry to arrive at Ometepe Island, formed from two volcanoes, one active and one dormant that rise out of the middle of the lake. The limited development and traditional communities create a welcoming relaxed atmosphere.
The group will be split up amongst different local families who will host you in their homes for two nights in a small community on the island. Breakfast and dinner will be provided in the home. This experience give you a chance to see how rural Nicaraguans live.
Day 11: Isla de Ometepe
Today is a free day in Ometepe. We get to spend more time with the local host families and see more of the island. Opt to climb either of the two volcanoes on the island, view petroglyphs left by the island's original inhabitants, walk or kayak in Charco Verde reserve, swim in clear spring water at Ojo de Agua, lay on the beach or explore the island on bicycle.
Day 12: Isla de Ometepe/Monteverde
At 1,400 meters above sea level, Monteverde is literally in the clouds. The Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves are home to diverse and unique flora and fauna. Sloths, monkeys, kinkajous, tapirs and large cats inhabit the area. There are more species of orchids here than anywhere else in the world.
Day 13: Monteverde
The day is free to choose from many optional activities. Fly hundreds of meters above the trees on a zip-lining tour, hike through one of the cloud forest reserves, ride a horse in the mountains, visit a coffee/sugar cane farm, tour the cheese factory or check out the orchid garden, serpentarium, or frog pond in town.
Day 14: Monteverde/La Fortuna
The trip from Monteverde to La Fortuna takes us down from the cloud forest and across Costa Rica's largest lake The town of La Fortuna lies at the base of the Arenal Volcano, which dominates the landscape rising to 1670 meters high. The town has become famous as the adventure sports capital of Costa Rica.
Choose your adventure! Canyoning, white water rafting, hiking, caving, rafting, horseback riding, paddlebording, kayaking, visiting a wildlife refuge, and even more activities are all possible options for you to choose from while we're here.
Day 15: La Fortuna
Choose your adventure! Canyoneering, hiking, caving, rafting, horseback riding, paddleboarding, kayaking, visiting a wildlife refuge, and even more activities are all possible options for you to choose from while we're here.
Day 16: La Fortuna/San José
Return to San José for our final night out.
San José has beautiful parks, museums and theatres. Enjoy the view of the surrounding lush mountains from the downtown streets.
Day 17: San José
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1999
Duration: 17 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
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.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 28 Sep 2025
Customer Reviews
12/16/2023
Everything is very well organised, and the itineraries include everything you would want to do.
12/16/2023
Really nice to have accommodations and transport situated. I think it could be a little clearer that activities and meal costs really will add on to the price paid for the trip though
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/16/2023
Everything is very well organised, and the itineraries include everything you would want to do.
12/16/2023
Really nice to have accommodations and transport situated. I think it could be a little clearer that activities and meal costs really will add on to the price paid for the trip though
12/16/2023
Great people, culture and adventure
12/16/2023
I really enjoyed traveling with G Adventures because of the opportunity to see so many new, and more unique, places that I might not be able to navigate on my own.
12/16/2023
loved the trip
12/13/2023
One does not have to organize a thing except for the flights.
12/27/2023
Sarah Hewitt was an exceptional guide who was so attentive, fun and professional. There was no question or request too big or small and she kept great spirits and patience with a dynamic group of us. Obviously Central America is beautiful and the range and choice of activities was well suited to the time we were away.
12/27/2023
Ease/little pre planning required and safe
12/26/2023
The tour as a whole was a wonderful experience, however there definitely parts of the tour that could be skipped. For example, I would have preferred extending the tour an extra day so that we could spend more time in Leon and exploring the great parts of the city. A recommendation is to have 2 days in each stopping point to give us more time to explore the city, my examples would be for Antigua especially the new joiners and Leon. Also lastly make this tour separate of the longer central american journey.
12/23/2023
The CEO really stepped up, He's knowledgeable and understanding, I know 0 Spanish and he helped me the whole time navigating the whole trip
12/19/2023
Our CEO, Yinier, was absolutely amazing. He was super knowledgeable about all the countries we visiting and ensured that we always had everything we needed. Nothing was ever too much trouble.
12/19/2023
Very well organised and seamless
12/19/2023
Safe, convenient group travel where you can focus on enjoying the experience - no matter how challenging the itinerary/location.
12/19/2023
Visiting the different Central America countries were great, I'm confused as to why I had to pay for so many different activities and why they weren't included into the tour, such as the city tours. I understand not having the water activities (such as white water rafting or canyoneering) but it made no sense not having a city tour included in the costs. On top of having to take public transport on a chicken bus was probably the worst experience. Yin was an amazing tour guide though
12/19/2023
Hate some of the best weeks of my life due to how amazing the tour was and how organised and especially Yinier our guide who was amazing and made everything so fun and easy
12/27/2023
G Adventures is great to travel specially if you are a female solo traveller
12/27/2023
G Adventures provides unique, high-quality, impactful travel experiences while benefiting the communities visited. This was my 7th trip with G Adventures and I look forward to more in the future.
12/27/2023
Because not everyone will enjoy the type of travel experience.
12/27/2023
Very well organised tour that made the most out of every destination with recommendations and activities. Completely took the stress out of travelling
12/27/2023
Sarah is great.
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