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Nicaragua Travel Guide

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Tourist season

Are May and June good months to visit Nicaragua?

5

May

Shoulder
season

6

June

Off
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of Spain 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 33 to 43 EUR

Tourist's budget
from 71 to 93 EUR

Did you know?

The surface area of Nicaragua is 50.3 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 99 in terms of the area in the world.

How far is it?

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The distance between Managua (NI) and Madrid (ES) is 5289 miles

To calculate distance between your location and Managua click here

Managua
Managua
Chinandega
León
Madrid
Madrid
Barcelona
Seville
Valencia
Zaragoza
5289
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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: 13 Oct 2024

Upcoming holidays

19 July 2025• Liberation Day

14 September 2025• Battle of San Jacinto

Currency

Cordoba Oro (NIO) - rate compared to selected currencies

1 NIO
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.02397
41.71727
GBP
0.02042
48.96582
USD
0.02709
36.90936
Update: 4 May 2025

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

Map
Distance matrix
MilesManaguaLeónGranadaEl CastilloBluefieldsMasayaOmetepeEsteli
Managua-4725148169166367
León47-721942126210957
Granada2572-123148103985
El Castillo148194123-8113387195
Bluefields16921214881-158128190
Masaya166210133158-4879
Ometepe63109398712848-122
Esteli67578519519079122-

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 33 to 43 EUR

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 71 to 93 EUR

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: 4 May 2025
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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

Spain
  • Spain
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visiting flagNicaragua for tourism

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

A visa is not required.

  • Allowed stay: 90 days

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

109 / 231
Ranking
6 624 554
mestizo (mixed Amerindian and white) 69%, white 17%, black 9%, Amerindian 5%

Area

99 / 230
Ranking
50.3 thous. mi²
It is approximately 26% of the territory of Spain.

Life expectancy

115 / 196
Ranking
74.5
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 72.3women 76.9

Median age

56 / 157
Ranking
27.3
Average age of population expressed in years.men 26.4women 28.2

Population growth

91 / 172
Ranking
0.93%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

78 / 131
Ranking
82.6%
Ability to read, write and count.men 82.4%women 82.8%

GDP

139 / 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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