About Nicaragua |
San Juan del Sur | Popoyo
Nicaragua is quickly becoming recognized as one of the best places to visit in Central America for surfing. With its un-crowded waves and offshore winds almost year round, there is not reason to wonder why. To make things even better, Nicaragua is beautiful and most of the coastline remains undeveloped. The scenery changes dramatically as you travel north from Costa Rica, past green hilly terrain, and then north, to the vast coastal plains towards the border with Honduras. The southern Pacific region of Nicaragua is green and lush with lots of rolling valleys, hills, and dramatic cliffs and bluffs overlooking looking the ocean and its white sand beaches. The coastline in the southern areas is not straight and flat, as it tends to be in the north: it is jagged and changing with a series of picturesque coves extending up from Costa Rica and into the southern Tola area and beyond.
Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America and only slightly larger than the state of New York. The country is home to two large lakes, Lake Nicaragua and Lake Managua, and countless volcanoes. Nicaragua derives its name from the chief of the area's leading Indian tribe at the time of the Spanish Conquest. The country was first settled by the Spanish in 1552 and later won independence in 1838. For more information on Nicaragua’s history, see the following links:
Managua International Airport: Nicaragua’s international airport is located in the capital city of Managua. The Managua International Airport was just completely remodeled in 2006 and is considered one of the best airports in Central America. Facilities within Managua International Airport include a tourist information desk, bank, restaurants, bars, post office, souvenir shops, duty free shop, lounges and more. There is even a VIP lounge available for private check in and refreshments at a small additional cost.
San Juan del Sur is a tranquil fishing village set around a beautifully picturesque horseshoe-shaped bay. The town has lots of energy and rich culture. There is a plethora of amazing restaurants and sizzling nightlife! On weekends, locals and foreigners alike travel in hordes to the “discoteca” at the north end of the beach to dance the night away. Whether you are a salsa queen or have two left feet, you will probably leave feeling like the best dancer on the planet.
About Popoyo
We operate the All-Girls Extreme Surf package out of Popoyo within short distance to over 5 of the country’s best surf breaks. This Camp is scheduled to open mid-2008. Please click here to inquire about more information.
