FAQ
Q. On which day must my tour begin, and is a tour of more than 7 days possible?
A. Surf Tours Nicaragua prides itself on being a low-volume tour operator, which allows us to offer a great deal of flexibility to our customers. Because of this, we custom design each and every tour that we offer. Although that means that we have some down time during our high season from April through September, it is worth it to offer our clients exactly what they want. Therefore, you may start your tour on any day of the week you would like. As well, we only ask that your all-inclusive tour last a minimum of 7 days, but can be as long as you would like.
Q. Is Nicaragua a safe country?
A. Nicaragua is acually 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. The deposit can be made via PayPal on our Reservations page. Once we receive confirmation of your deposits, we will reserve the time you are interested in and begin to custom-build your Surf Tours Nicaragua adventure. Be sure to check our Availability before making a reservation deposit.
Q. Will I have a Spanish-English translator?
A. Nic, Surf Tours Nicaragua's owner, will be with you full-time, and he is fluent in Spanish. If you are interested in practicing Spanish or learning a bit along the way, Nic was a teacher in a former life, so there is opportunity for that as well.
Q. If we have a group of different surfing abilities, are there waves for everyone to surf?
A. YES!!! The beauty of northern Nicaragua is that it offers waves for everyone. Nicolas, your Surf Tours Nicaragua host and guide, will make sure that everyone on the tour gets exposure to waves that will be fun and challenging for them. Whether this is your first time surfing, or you are an old guru that likes double-overhead, barrels, we have access to waves that will suit you and challenge you!
Q. Are vegetarian food options available?
A. Vegetarian options are definitely available. We custom design your menu to suit, so if you have any food preferences or alergies, 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? Is there a best time for waves and a best time for weather?
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. October is the "real" rainy month, which is why we close then.
You can expect sunny days in the 90's, and water temps in the 80's. Unlike southern Nicaragua, where water temps frequenly drop into the 70's and require wetsuits, northern Nicaragua's coast has temps between 80 and 84 degrees year round.
Q. Is traveling with a surfboard to Nicaragua possible?
A. Yes, you can travel with a board, but check with your airline directly to see about blackout dates for oversized luggage. The schedule seems to be ever-changing, but it is worth a call beforehand to ensure that you can get your board on the plane when you arrive. We also offer board rentals from $25 per day per person which gives you access to our entire quiver and saves your board during travel.
Q. What are the entry and exit requirements for Nicaragua?
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