What a truly magical experience this cycling holiday turned out to be! My daughter and I, both newcomers to cycling, wanted something extraordinary to mark a special time before she leaves home, and this adventure absolutely exceeded every expectation. We embarked on a journey through three incredible countries, discovering stunning landscapes and hidden gems along the way. The group we joined was fantastic—supportive, fun, and full of laughter. From start to finish, we were surrounded by kind people who made every moment even more memorable. It wasn’t just a holiday; it was the perfect bonding experience, filled with joy, a little challenge, and a lot of laughter. We came home with our hearts full and memories we’ll cherish forever. Simply the best!
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Ometepe Island
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Adventure Holidays to Ometepe
The twin peaks of Concepion and Maderas characterise Ometepe, their majestic peaks connected by a small strip of land to make an hourglass shaped island. Ometepe means “two peaks” in the traditional náhuatl language spoken by the indigenous communities here. On this idyllic island, the dormant giants co-exist with small rural island communities, who survive principally by farming and fishing.
Ometepe has a rich archaeological background due to the mix of tribes and cultures that inhabited the island. You can spend time hiking through agricultural land and cloud forest within the Maderas Volcano Reserve to a lookout point from where there are spectacular views over the lake and the island. There are also small natural spring pools perfect for swimming and relaxing.
Ometepe Island Adventure Holidays
Maria Sandford Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama
Lorraine evans Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & PanamaMy first cycling trip ever and being only a recreational cyclist i was a bit worried if i’d keep up, but i worried needlessly! Anyone with a good level of fitness and the right mindset will be fine. It was humid, wet, hilly and challenging on times, but we all kept up and altogether it was a great adventure and the downhills, wildlife and scenery more than made up for it.
janel walton Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & PanamaCycling in the heat, humidity, tropical rain with abundant wildlife with great company, a few cheeky climbs, and relax after in a pool, a gin and good grub. What’s not to like?!!
I’ve only rated it 4 as I am a fussy client and although pre-warned about Costa Rica highways, I was a bit disappointed, and also only one welcome drink in hotels. I expected too much for the cost of the tour in comparison to other tours but that is probably due to cost of petrol over such a distance and return, and 3 bike hires.
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