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Private Kayaking Experience in Ometepe: Unique Wildlife and Scenic Aquatic Nature Tour
4.8
21 Ratings
Altagracia
Embark on a private kayaking adventure in Ometepe and discover the incredible wildlife and breathtaking natural beauty. Spot caimans and a variety of aquatic birds on this unique and scenic tour.
Embark on a private kayaking adventure in Ometepe and discover the incredible wildlife and breathtaking natural beauty. Spot caimans and a variety of aquatic birds on this unique and scenic tour.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- RÃo Istián - During our kayaking adventure on the beautiful island of Ometepe, you’ll paddle through calm, crystal-clear waters, surrounded by breathtaking volcanic landscapes and lush greenery. We’ll explore a vibrant ecosystem, quiet beaches, and the unique biodiversity that makes Ometepe a natural paradise. Along the way, I’ll guide you in…
- RÃo Istián - During our kayaking adventure on the beautiful island of Ometepe, you’ll paddle through calm, crystal-clear waters, surrounded by breathtaking volcanic landscapes and lush greenery. We’ll explore a vibrant ecosystem, quiet beaches, and the unique biodiversity that makes Ometepe a natural paradise. Along the way, I’ll guide you in spotting local wildlife, such as exotic birds, caimans, monkeys, and turtles. We’ll take breaks to relax on secluded shores or swim in refreshing waters, giving you time to soak in the tranquility of this incredible island. This experience is designed to connect you with the beauty and magic of Ometepe from a perspective only accessible by kayak. Get ready for a day of adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable views!
What's Included
- Life jacket
- Kayak and paddle
- Tour Guide
- Life jacket
- Kayak and paddle
- Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Bottled water
Additional Information
Explore Ometepe Island like never before with our exclusive kayaking adventure. This is more than just a tour—it’s a complete immersion into the pristine nature and local culture that only an experienced guide can offer. As participants paddle through the tranquil waters surrounding the majestic volcanoes, the guide will lead them to hidden spots,…
Explore Ometepe Island like never before with our exclusive kayaking adventure. This is more than just a tour—it’s a complete immersion into the pristine nature and local culture that only an experienced guide can offer. As participants paddle through the tranquil waters surrounding the majestic volcanoes, the guide will lead them to hidden spots, inaccessible by land, where Ometepe’s rich flora and fauna will captivate at every turn.
What makes this experience truly exceptional is the perfect combination of adventure and tranquility. Participants will have the opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural habitat, relax on a secluded beach, and enjoy an intimate atmosphere away from the crowds. The operator provides personalized attention and all necessary safety measures to ensure a worry-free day. Don’t miss out—this is a chance to explore one of Nicaragua’s most breathtaking locations from a completely new perspective. Reserve a spot now for this exclusive kayaking tour and ensure an unforgettable adventure.
Location
Kayak Tours El Caiman Rio Istian
there are some sign on the road that say kayak tours el caiman rio istian,on the way to merida.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(21 Ratings)
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Msdebrams
Dec 21, 2024
Saw lots of animals and birds - Enderson was a great guide. He shared knowledge about plants and animals in the swamp. We saw caiman, owls, egrets, boa constrictor, blue heron, tiger heron, black iguana. Anderson gave me a lesson on how the land has changed and what the government is doing to preserve wildlife. He told me how indigenous people use plants.
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Isabellemc9160iw
Oct 8, 2024
Fun and very interesting! - The kayak tour was our favorite experience on the island - and there is SO much to do and see, so that says a lot! We were pretty spontanious and contacted Hector via Whatsapp and had a short call to figure out all the details. We booked an early morning tour, at 6:30. The rour os so relaxing and very nice to be out on the water. We saw tons of interesting wildlife and Hectors explenation really stuck, even days later! The tour was around 3 hours. Definitly do a kayak tour when on the island, and go with Hector - definitly recommend!
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Travel33398828684
Jun 5, 2024
Wildlife adventure! - Even though the river is a bit too dry to kayak, we had a great tour on the lake on our kayak and then walked along the river bed for awhile. We saw an amazing amount of animals including caimans and many different birds you won't see elsewhere on the island.
Hector was friendly, spoke great english, and very knowledgeable about all of the birds and had a great eye for spotting things - including owls and a bat. Recommend this tour for everyone! Great value
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Vlad_k
May 31, 2024
Kayaking Ometepe island - My partner and I had an incredible kayaking trip guided by Hector. His expertise and enthusiasm made our journey unforgettable. The scenery was breathtaking, with crystal-clear waters and lush greenery at every turn. Hector's keen eye for wildlife added to the experience. His knowledge of the area and its history made the trip even more enriching. Hector's friendly demeanor and passion for nature ensured we had a fantastic time. We highly recommend this kayaking adventure to anyone looking for a unique and memorable way to connect with nature.
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Lynne560
Apr 6, 2024
Wonderful kayak tour of Rio Istiam on Ometepe!! - If you go to Ometepe, you must kayak Rio Istiam with The Sanctuary. The river and the whole area are remarkably scenic. We were so surprised at how close you can get to the birds and wildlife, and they are so plentiful: tiger herons, stilts, caracara falcons, caiman, iguanas, lizards, fruit bats, and so much more. You’ll definitely want the guide service as you will want the expert eye to spot the wildlife and point it out to you. Our guide spotted so much that we would have paddled right by. And, our guide spoke good English. The kayaks were in really good shape, and they have a lot of them. We were also given great overall guidance. We had thought to use a double kayak but were told the water was low so individual kayaks were recommended. Touring in early morning was also recommended as the best time to see wildlife. We were glad we went early. Definitely do a kayak tour of Rio Istiam with The Sanctuary. It will be a great memory for you. You’ll be really glad you did.
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Miu7349xz
Apr 1, 2024
Great Rio Istian paddle! - We wanted to kayak Rio Istian while on Ometepe, and we checked out a few places for a guide and kayaks. Hector greeted us with enthusiasm, and his kayaks and support equipment were far superior to other options on the island. The location, the guides, equipment, and Hector’s enthusiasm were excellent, and made for a truly wonderful excursion. Many thanks, Hector, and Henderson! The trip is highly recommended, and Hector’s outfit is the place to go :-)
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Mwanaanna
Mar 14, 2024
Awesome! Lots of crocodiles - The kayaking was amazing. So peaceful. We had a great ecplaining by Hector. We got to see many caiman and a lot of birds. It is the perfect distance to the River. Other kayak companies are further away, so this was good for our condition Level.
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Vasco1994
Mar 14, 2024
Really nice experience - Our experience was so nice! The kayaks are in perfect shape and the nature of Rio Istian is so beautiful. The host, Hector, was really kind and gave us a really nice explanation of how to spot the wildlife there. Would really recommend!
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810tamaraj
Mar 13, 2024
The best time ever! Highly recommend this jungle water safari kayak ride! - Hi had such a magical time on this trip! I am a solo traveler and safety is always the most important to me. From the start to the finish, the guys went above and beyond to make it an outstanding trip!!!
Hector picked me up on his motorcycle around 8am in the morning. We went to The Sanctuary to meet my guide, Enderson, who was the BEST!! Both guys spoke great English and it was refreshing to learn from them.
I decided to do a double kayak with Enderson so that I could just relax and enjoy the view and take pics. I’m so glad that I did! We started the tour in the lake and then came upon the river area. We saw so many animals! It was like being on a water safari. Enderson was able to see all sorts of things that I couldn’t see. We also saw lots of caiman, some monkeys, a cow in labor, birds and many other things. I went during the dry season, so although the water was low, the river was teeming with life. I felt like I was on some Disney movie with birds singing and chirping.
After the kayaking, I stayed and ate at the restaurant and it has amazing food and a fantastic view!!! I just wanted to recommend this company to anyone who comes to Ometepe and wants a great trip!
Thank you to the entire team for everything!
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Will
May 27, 2024
Cancelled last minute. Disappointing - I can see others had a great experience with hector however sadly it tainted our trip to Ometepe. My girlfriend and I booked this a day in advance, Hector was very friendly and communicative the whole time. Sadly out of the blue he rang me 15 minutes before we were supposed to meet him and he cancelled the trip and refunded us. By the time we realised we had already arrived. He offered us the trip if we had cash, but it was 3pm and we had driven 45 mins from our hostel so was too late to return.
We were looking forward to this experience and were completely let down, not professional to cancel 15 minutes before the agreed meeting time. If he had simply asked for cash in the first place it would not have been an issue. Annoying!
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