Q. Is Nicaragua a safe country?

A. Nicaragua is actually the safest of the Central American countries both for petty and dangerous crime. Interestingly, Costa Rica is the most dangerous in both respects. People that travel extensively through Latin America often think that Nicaraguans are trying to take advantage of them when they arrive here, because they are not accustomed to the genuinely helpful and kind people of Nicaragua!!!

Q. How do I make a reservation?

A. To make a reservation, you must put down a $200 per person deposit. Contact us about availability and instructions on how to make the deposit.

Q. On which day must my retreat begin, and is a retreat of more than 7 days possible?

A. Destino Yoga Nicaragua operates out of a 6 room hotel so we have to keep the size of our retreats small, which allows us to offer a great deal of flexibility to our customers. Because of this, we custom design all our retreats, which means you may start your trip on any day of the week you would like. As well, we only ask that your all-inclusive retreat last a minimum of 5 days, but can be as long as you would like.

Q. I’m new to yoga, can I participate?

A. YES!!! Our yoga practice is customized to suit your abilities, all our yoga sessions will be accessible to all levels. Beginners can create a strong foundation in yoga for a lifelong practice. Experienced yogis can take it to the next level, or slow down and work on breath, alignment and meditation.

Q. Are vegetarian food options available?

A. Vegetarian options are always available. We custom design your menu to suit, so if you have any food preferences or allergies, just let us know, and we will take it into account when planning your menu.

Q. What is the weather like in Nicaragua? When is the best time to come?

A. The weather in Nicaragua is fantastic for most of the year. The “rainy season” coincides with the consistent wave season and is generally from May to September. The rainy day in that season may consist of 1-2 hours of hard rain in the afternoon, with sun and warm weather on either side. The rain is a welcomed break from the heat most days.

You can expect sunny days in the 90′s, and water temps in the 80′s. Unlike southern Nicaragua, where water temps frequently drop into the 70′s, northern Nicaragua’s coast has temps between 80 and 84 degrees year round.

Q. What are the entry and exit requirements for Nicaragua?

A. Entry and exit to/from Nicaragua are very easy, but keep the following in mind:

• Passport valid 6 months beyond intended stay in Nicaragua.
• Ticket for return or onward travel.
• Tourist card US$5.00 when arriving to Nicaragua (must be paid in U.S. dollars), valid for 90 days in Nicaragua. A valid entry stamp is required to exit Nicaragua.
• Airport Departure fees US$32.00 when leaving Nicaragua (must be paid in U.S. dollars and may be included in the price of your ticket – check into this).

Q. What should I bring?

A. Consider bringing some or all of the following:

• Passport valid 6 months beyond intended stay in Nicaragua
• $5 entry and $32 exit fees (if not included in your ticket)
• Extra cash (US Dollars – small denominations preferable)
• Sunblock (we recommend Aloe Gator Gel or comparable)
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Yoga Mat (we accept donations of old mats)
• Yoga Mat Towel (it’s hot here!)
• Beach Towel
• Bug Spray
• Flashlight
• Light long pants for night (mosquito protection)
• Light long sleeve shirt for night (same)
• Camera
• Benadryl and Epipen (if you are allergic to anything)
• Basic First Aid (Band-aids, gauze, aspirin, Neosporin, Immodium AD, etc.)
• Toothpaste, Toothbrush
• Shampoo, Conditioner, Soap