El Hoyo Volcano Hike

We had an outstanding hike and greatly appreciate the organization and preparation of our trip. We were lucky to have Wilmer as our guide - he is passionate about what he does and loves to share this passion & all his knowledge about Nicaragua’s volcanoes from the first to the last minute of the trip. He is a very experienced guide and we felt extremely well taken care of. Walking up to the sunrise at 5am was spectacular. The hike is well doable with good shoes - heat and the heavy backpack make it a bit strenuous but well, well worth the sweat! Seeing so many volcanoes up close is a unique experience. We can highly recommend the experience and will think of it fondly.

It was a great hike. Be aware it can get hot, but that's Nicaragua. The scenery is some of the best I've ever seen. Thank you, won't forget this!

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The tour is highly recommended. We had Guillermo as our guide and he had a lot of knowledge to pass on to us.

We were so happy we booked this combo! Volcano boarding was a classic Nica tourist experience - quite busy and overhyped, but beautiful scenery and still fun. Our favourite was definitely the rest of the hike. It’s hot but not too strenuous and offers very rewarding scenery of the surrounding volcanos. The pictures online truly don’t do it justice! If you’ve done Acatenango in Guatemala, think of this hike like a baby sibling in terms of difficulty and volcano viewing. Our guide, Wilmer, was so kind, funny, and knowledgeable, and his love for hiking was contagious! Make sure you bring a large pack and perhaps some clips, as you will be carrying lots of water, your sleeping bag, some mats, and a tent (we only travel with very small packs so this made it tough). Bugs weren’t bad but it can get very windy up top, and slightly chilly at night (windbreaker recommended). Camping was peaceful however we were awoken in the night by a herd of 20+ horses chilling beside us. Apparently sometimes it’s cows instead. If you like hiking and you’re in Leon, please, budget the time for this overnight experience!

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Guillermo my guide was super ! The hike was unique and its first time I was able to reach volcan that has gases coming out !! The whole experience was amazing and I’m thinking about coming back for more !!

Scenic and excellent experience! We very much loved this tour! Guillermo is a great guide, very informational and the ultimate expert. If you’re in Leon, book this tour, 10/10!!!

We had an amazing time during this beautiful two day camping trip! The guide was very considerate and everything was well planned. Would 100% recommend this experience!

We had a very good time and were completely satisfied. From transport to our guide Sterling to the many attentions, everything was very good. We particularly liked the fact that a lot of consideration was given to nutritional forms and intolerances. The food tasted very good! Compared to participants from other tours, we were equipped with very high-quality material and this made the hike and overnight stay very pleasant. We would book this tour again at any time!

Very nice hike that is less known to the general public. Beautiful views and a nice guide who took the time for everything. Well organized and there was good thinking with us! Thanks team!

Great company which provides professional local guides with adequate equipment, unlike some other operators. Memo is very responsive and friendly, booking is very easy. The guide Henry was very knowledgeable about the trail, local animals and other things in Nicaragua. Highly recommend :)