Cerro Negro volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in Nicaragua! This sensational experience begins from the city of León where we pick you up, we drive for approximately 1 hour until we reach the base of the Volcano, we start hiking through the rocky side for approximately 45 mins to 1 hour- beautiful views to Los Maribios mountain range and the beautiful contrasts of its surroundings are not to be missed. Once at the top we take a few minutes to enjoy the view, unique pictures! Then we proceed to dress up with the protective gear –your safety comes first-, your guide will provide all the instructions to carry out the activity that we know as “Volcano Boarding”, which consists of sliding down on a wooden board through the sandy part for the adrenaline rush experience! At the end we have quick snack to refresh ourselves and head back to Leon or continue with one of our many additional tours…
Cerro Negro is the unique active volcano in the world where YOU can slide on a wooden board at 728 meters above sea level, in addition to captivating us with its amazing views around, volcanic mountain range, history, and contrasts of hardened lava and green landscapes that will undoubtedly be an unforgettable and unique experience.
Please send the name of the hotel, hostel, Airbnb, etc. where you are staying and the names of the clients who will join the tour.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Volcano Sandboarding Private Experience in Leon lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $84 per person for this Leon experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Please send the name of the hotel, hostel, Airbnb, etc. where you are staying and the names of the clients who will join the tour. Pickup points include Hotel La Posada del Doctor.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 73 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Nica Nica Tours.
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David and Miguel’s team were truly exceptional and very kind guides, and you can see that they love what they do, they know what they are doing. They are very helpful, friendly, and passionate. The equipment was adequate.
This is a must do experience with NicaNica tours! Our guide Dennis was extremely knowledgeable about the volcanic history of Nicaragua and showed us many interesting things along the way. The hike up the mountain is beautiful and the slide down is a lot of fun! I highly recommend this experience.
When you book with Nicanicatours, everything is included. Well organized, on time, including photos afterwards. Just bring extra water yourself. You can arrange for 5usd pp for a carrier to take the boards. We had the tour at 8 in the morning and that was perfect weatherwise, not so hot yet. Our children found it exciting but unforgettable. The climb is easy to do (without a board) and you can go as fast/slow as you want. Great experience!
What a fantastisc experience! Nicanicatours arranged everything perfect, we felt safe. It was exciting to do this as a family but we will never forget!
An unforgettable adventure! Volcano boarding was one of the most exciting and fun experiences of our trip. David was a fantastic guide: friendly, professional, and always willing to help. Thanks to him, we felt safe and enjoyed every moment. If you visit León, this activity is a must. Totally recommended!
It was an incredible experience, very, very fun! 🌋 David was an excellent guide, very kind, fun, and attentive throughout the entire activity. He made everything even better! Without a doubt, I recommend it 100%. Thank you very much, David!
We just returned from our Cerro Negro Volcano tour, volcano sandboarding, and it has been an experience for a lifetime! Excellent company from beginning to end, punctuality, communication, personalized attention, and attentive accompaniment throughout the entire trip. Nica Nica tour highly recommended
David was the best tour guide we could have asked for this volcano boarding excursion. He was energetic, knowledgable and super fun! You can tell he is passionate about Leon and Nicaragua and wants you to have the best experience. Everything from pick-up to hiking and boarding down went perfectly. I also loved that it was a smaller group, it made the experience more intimate. I was between a few tour operators booking for volcano boarding but am so glad I chose Nica Nica Tours! Thank you!
Excellent attention and service, highly recommended for families wanting to share an adventure.
We booked a day trip to Cerro Negro Volcano with Nica Nica Tours, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Mario and David picked us up right on time at Hotel Tranquilo in Las Peñitas, León (we highly recommend this hotel). David warmly welcomed us and clearly explained our itinerary for the day, which made us feel comfortable and excited. The drive to Cerro Negro was smooth and scenic, and along the way, David shared fascinating insights about the local landscape, history, and culture. His knowledge and passion for the area really added depth to the trip. Once we arrived, David guided us up the volcano at a pace that was perfect for our group (age rages from 18 to 58), making sure we had plenty of water breaks and photo opportunities. Standing at the top, the views were absolutely breathtaking — a mix of black volcanic rock, lush green surroundings, and distant mountains. The highlight, of course, was volcano boarding down the slope — such a thrilling and unique adventure! David made sure we felt safe and confident before we started, and it was pure adrenaline and fun all the way down. We ended the day feeling exhilarated, well taken care of, and grateful for the personal attention and professionalism of both Mario and David. If you’re visiting León, I can’t recommend Nica Nica Tours enough — they truly make the experience special. Great time was had by all!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volcano Sandboarding Private Experience in Leon | 4 hours | 5.0 (73) | $84 | |
 Volcano Boarding Private Tour | 4 hours | 5.0 (170) | $84 | View |
 Volcano Boarding | 4h 30min | 4.9 (62) | $60 | View |
 Cerro Negro and Volcano Sand Boarding from León | 4–6 hours | 4.9 (30) | $65 | View |
 Private Volcano Boarding at Cerro negro premium & family friendly | 4 hours | 5.0 (22) | $69 | View |
 Half Day Tour of Cerro Negro's Volcano Boarding | 5 hours | 5.0 (14) | $69 | View |
 El Hoyo Volcano Hike | 8 hours | 5.0 (13) | $70 | View |