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Nicaragua Travel Guide

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Tourist season

Are March and April good months to visit Nicaragua?

3

March

High
season

4

April

Semi-high
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting Nicaragua for tourism.

Visa not required

A visa is not required.

Daily budget (1 person)

How much will you spend on accommodation, local transport, sightseeing, meals?

Backpacker's budget
from 29 to 39 USD

Tourist's budget
from 86 to 111 USD

Did you know?

The population of Nicaragua is around 6.62 mil., which puts the country in 151. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).

How far is it?

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The distance between Managua (NI) and Washington D.C. (US) is 1934 miles

To calculate distance between your location and Managua click here

Managua
Managua
Chinandega
León
Washington D.C.
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Philadelphia
Houston
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York City
1934
mi

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Safety

General travel safety level in Nicaragua on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

2

Level 2 • Exercise a high degree of caution.

Update: 25 Mar 2024

Upcoming holidays

1 May 2024• Labour Day

19 July 2024• Liberation Day

Currency

Cordoba Oro (NIO) - rate compared to selected currencies

1 NIO
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.02518
39.7165
GBP
0.02153
46.45351
USD
0.02715
36.8257
Update: 29 Mar 2024

Get ready for your next trip

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Nicaragua

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Distance matrix
MilesManaguaLeónOmetepeGranadaSan Juan del SurMasayaEsteliMatagalpa
Managua-47632566166760
León47-10972106625773
Ometepe63109-392648122101
Granada257239-47108569
San Juan del Sur661062647-52131116
Masaya1662481052-7967
Esteli67571228513179-32
Matagalpa6073101691166732-

A Brief History of Nicaragua

Important historical events that significantly shaped the nation's trajectory throughout the centuries

Best Ways to Experience Nicaragua

  • Cuisine
  • Animals

Practical Information for Travelers

  • Budget
  • Currency
  • Vaccinations
  • Visa
  • Electricity

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Backpacker's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel in a standard close to 1 star (hostels, public transport). When traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher (hotel room) or the same (dormitory accommodation).

from 29 to 39 USD

Tourist's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel (they share the cost of a hotel room, taxis, etc.) to a standard close to 3 stars. Costs for a solo traveler will be higher.

from 86 to 111 USD

You can find out more about travel costs and prices in Nicaragua via the Prices link

Currency

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Cordoba Oro (NIO)

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Exchange rates provided by Open Exchange Rates. Last update: 29 March 2024
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Vaccinations

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All travelers

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Nicaragua.

Routine vaccines

Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Most travelers

Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Typhoid

Typhoid fever is an acute, systemic infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi.The source of the infection may include dirty water, raw fruits, vegetables, dairy products, as well as dirt containing bacteria.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Some travelers

Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid sharing body fluids
  • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

Malaria

Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.
Prevention
  • Take antimalarial meds
  • Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in Nicaragua

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Areas with malaria

Present in Región Autónoma Atlántico Norte (RAAN) and Región Autónoma Atlántico Sur (RAAS). Rare cases in Boaco, Chinandega, Esteli, Jinotega, Leon, Matagalpa, and Nueva Segovia. No malaria in the city of Managua

Rabies

Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Keep away from animals
This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

With or without a visa?

Visa requirements for citizens of

United States
  • United States
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visiting flagNicaragua for tourism

Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
Visa not required

A visa is not required.

  • Allowed stay: 90 days
  • Includes Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador
  • A tourist card must be purchased upon arrival.

Electricity

120V (60 Hz)

In Nicaragua the standard voltage is 120V and the frequency is 60 Hz. Type A sockets are used.

Click on the socket icon to see more information
socket AType A

Facts and Figures

Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

Population

151 / 231
Ranking
6 624 554
mestizo (mixed Amerindian and white) 69%, white 17%, black 9%, Amerindian 5%

Area

152 / 232
Ranking
50.3 thous. mi²
It is approximately 1% of the territory of United States.

Life expectancy

146 / 221
Ranking
74.5
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 72.3women 76.9

Median age

146 / 222
Ranking
27.3
Average age of population expressed in years.men 26.4women 28.2

Population growth

146 / 224
Ranking
0.93%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

139 / 210
Ranking
82.6%
Ability to read, write and count.men 82.4%women 82.8%

GDP

128 / 194
Ranking
5 568 INT$
GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population.
Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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