San Juan de Nicaragua/Greytown

🏝️ Zu San Juan de Nicaragua/Greytown

Our last destination is the town at the end of the river San Juan. San Juan de Nicaragua is home to the Rama and Creole people – indigenous peoples of Nicaragua. Now brimming with culture and plenty of historical facts, this was a prime location for Spanish colonisers as they entered Nicaragua to raid and colonise the country. A fire completely destroyed this town in the 1980s. Consequently, the settlement moved to a new location and received a new name: San Juan de Nicaragua, or San Juan del Norte.

What remains of the old town (Greytown) can be explored with a local, knowledgable guide. A tour like this is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the Spanish and British conquest of Central America.

⭐Ratings

⭐ Local life – 9/10

⭐ Adventure – 10/10

⭐ Landscapes – 10/10

⭐ History – 10/10

🚍 Transport

El CastilloSan Juan de Nicaragua

The boat journey from El Castillo to San Juan de Nicaragua lasts 12 hours, with a ticket costing 330 córdobas.

Hostal Familiar

This is a lovely hotel situated right at the river bank. It boasts a lovely owner, and a reasonable price of 400 córdobas per night for two people.

To get there:From the port, first turn left. There will be a pathway going right along the river that you should follow. The accommodation is a 10-minute walk away, and it will be on your left. You will see a sign when you get there. This place is marked on Google Maps. However, if you are unable to find it, remember you can always ask a friendly local. Locals will point it out to you if you can’t find it, so simply ask!

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One day will most likely be spent on a tour therefore it is advisable to stay for minimum of two nights.