Nicaragua - Caribbean Region

Virtually untouched, the Caribbean coast is a heaven for nature lovers. It is the largest region of Nicaragua, as it covers 46% of the national territory and has about 450 Km of beaches. Barely populated, this area offers lowlands and rain forests, where rivers are the main transportation way. The Caribbean Coast was settled by the British and that is the reason why English is widely spoken. Most of the indigenous inhabitants are “Misquito”, “Sumo” and “Rama Indians”. There are two major areas in the Caribbean Coast: the Northern and Southern Atlantic area. They have autonomous governments, and they are both wonderful treasures for fishing, scuba diving and eco-tourism.

Bluefields
The capital of the “South Atlantic Autonomous Region” is located on the Caribbean shores of Nicaragua, 178 miles (315 km) from Managua. You can get there by air (1 hour) with 2 to 3 daily flights operated by La Costeña and Air Atlantic (16 to 26 seats) or for more adventure by land driving 6 hours to El Rama and from there by river boats, cruising the Escondido River for 3 more hours. Typical Caribbean town with a mixed culture and island flavor. Nature’s presence is strong all around this town with wide rivers and small jungle canals. Still undiscovered by massive tourism, allows the discretionary naturalist traveler an opportunity to see very different cultures like Misquitos, Jamaican descendants, original Sumus and Ramas in their isolated habitat. Trips are organized for small groups only. FIT individual travel is too expensive. These beautiful and unspoiled islands are the perfect place for snorkeling. Scuba-diving facilities are non-existent.

Photo of the Caribbean Corn Island, courtesy of Tourism Board of NicaraguaCorn Island
Located in the Caribbean Sea 53 miles (90 km) from Bluefields. 1:30 hr flying time from Managua with La Costeña. The main production of the islands is fishing and lobster. You can eat a delicious lobster plate for under U$ 10.00. The big Corn Island is 11 square km and the Little Corn Island is 2 square km. Tourism is starting even though the beauty of the crystal-like sea and white sand beaches is incredible. Services are still influenced by the local relaxed way. Snorkel around the islands is possible. Beautiful coral formations.

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