Top Activities on the Ground in León

No matter if you’ve skateboarded, snowboarded, or sandboarded, you’ve likely never volcano boarded. This extremely unique activity is an adrenaline-filled sport that takes place on the side of an active volcano. Leave Leon for the Nicaraguan countryside where you’ll learn how to ride own the side of Cerro Negro on a volcano board. A jumpsuit, googles, and helmet are provided to help keep you save as you ride down this rocky hillside.

Experience Nicaragua’s volcanic landscapes at their most magical on a tour of the Telica Volcano at sunset. You’ll embark on a hike to the active volcano’s crater to watch the sun sink majestically into the horizon. Plus, this private tour means you can walk at a pace suited to you and your party.

Climb the Nicaragua’s most active volcano Cerro Negro and board the sandy side all the way down to the base. This unique activity is a once in a lifetime opportunity to surf down an active volcano!

This excursion makes it possible for you to zip down the slopes of the active Cerro Negro volcano on a sandboard. Under the supervision of your experienced guide, get all the necessary instruction and equipment you need for a safe and thrilling experience. This activity is suitable for those in good physical condition. Round-trip transportation from central hotels or a meeting point in León included.

The Telica volcano is located 30 kilometers from the city of Leon and belongs to the Maribios mountain chain. It is 1060 meters high and its crater has a depth of 120 meters and 700 meters of diameter. The last violent eruption was in 1948. Once arrived to the crater you can see the large amount of smoke and gases released by the volcano as well as lava or glowing stones inside.