Overview
Relaxed, tranquil Ometepe - the largest freshwater island in the world, rising from Lake Nicaragua, is dominated by the twin volcanoes of Concepción and Maderas. There’s a timeless feel to the place, where legends and jaguar cults are still in circulation, and the people lead a traditional rural lifestyle avoiding the boisterous political events of the country. The volcanic landscapes are partially blanketed with luxuriant jungle vegetation populated by monkeys and a plethora of bird species. Thanks to the rich, fertile soil, the slopes and flatter parts of the island are peppered with citrus, banana, watermelon, avocado and cacao plantations.
Holidays Ometepe Island
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Group - Discovery
Panama / Costa Rica / Nicaragua / El Salvador / Honduras / Guatemala
Alcion: Central America Discovery
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

Group - Discovery
Nicaragua
Cotinga: Off the beaten track Nicaragua
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

Private Journeys
Nicaragua
Self-drive Nicaragua: Adventures by road
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

Private Journeys
Nicaragua
Signature Nicaragua: Fire, water and revolution
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Things to do
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Accommodation
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Where to go when - our guide to Ometepe Island

The weather in Ometepe Island is wide and varied
The largest freshwater island in the world, Ometepe is dominated by the twin volcanoes of Concepción and Maderas. With a laidback rural vibe, the island has rich fertile soils that are peppered with citrus, banana, watermelon, avocado and cacao plantations and the jungle vegetation is home to monkeys and a plethora of bird species.
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