Can't miss sights, activities, restaurants, and accommodations. Suggestions on how to plan a trip that's perfect for you. 41 detailed and easy-to-use maps.

Moon Travel Guides: Your World, Your Way From lush coffee country to tropical beaches and soaring volcanoes, Nicaragua is Latin America's diamond in the rough. Inside Moon Nicaragua you'll find: Strategic itineraries for any timeline or budget, ranging from the two-week best of Nicaragua to a boat trip down the Río San Juan, designed for ecotourists, culture mavens, and adrenaline junkies Detailed maps and full-color photos throughout Top activities and unique ideas: Hike rocky volcanoes (part of the famed Ring of Fire) or go pueblo-hopping through the Segovia mountains and Jinotega highlands. Take in the elegant colonial architecture of Managua and the city's thriving city nightlife. Surf incredible waves or float in languid turquoise waters. Wander ancient archaeological sites, snorkel with sea turtles, or try volcano boarding, the local sport of sledding down mountains of black ash The best spots for sports and recreation, including surfing, whitewater rafting, snorkeling and scuba diving Expert insight from local writer Joshua Berman Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from beachy resorts to homestays at coffee farms Thorough information on health and safety, the landscape, climate, wildlife, and local culture, including a Spanish phrasebook Full coverage of Managua, Granada and Masaya, La Isla de Ometepe, San Juan del Sur, León and the Volcanic Cordillera, Estelí and the Segovias, the Matagalpa and Jinotega Highlands, Chontales and Cattle Country, Solentiname and the Río San Juan, Bluefields and the Corn Island, and Puerto Cabezas and the Río Coco With Moon Nicaragua's expert advice, myriad activities, and local insight, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring more of Central America? Check out Moon Costa Rica or Moon Belize.

From hanging out on the Pacific beaches of San Juan del Sur and Las Peñitas and shopping for crafts in Masaya to catching up on the ever-evolving nightlife of Managua, Moon Handbooks Nicaragua is the guide to the best the country has to offer, both on and off the beaten path. Practical information includes suggested travel strategies and lists of must-see sights, plus essentials on dining, transportation, and accommodations for a range of budgets. Complete with details for volunteering and studying Spanish, hiking more than a dozen volcanoes, or strolling down the old colonial streets of Granada and Leòn, Moon Handbooks Nicaragua gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

The authors discuss the country's natural beauty and compelling history, including the impact of civil war and Hurricane Mitch. They also share advice on how to understand and interact with the Nicaraguan people. Photos, illustrations & maps.

An ebook exclusive, Moon Central America combines Moon's full-length guides to seven Central American countries into one comprehensive digital guide. Moon Central America includes the following country guides: Moon Belize Moon Costa Rica Moon El Salvador Moon Guatemala Moon Honduras & the Bay Islands Moon Nicaragua Moon Panama For each country, you'll find trustworthy advice from Moon's experienced travel authors. Professional photographer Al Argueta compiles the best places to take in Guatemala's awe-inspiring volcanoes, and adventure traveler Amy Robertson shares her list of Honduras's best places to get face-to-face with nature—from caves to cloud forests. If you're dreaming of a Central American trip of any length or mix of destinations, Moon Central America is the travel companion for you.

Moon Travel Guides: Your World Your Way With turquoise waters, dreamlike islands, and pristine rainforests, Belize is a sensory feast: dive in with Moon Belize. Inside you'll find: Flexible, strategic itineraries for every timeline and budget, from one week of highlights to a three-week adventure through the whole country, with themed trip ideas like "The Mundo Maya," "Wildlife Adventures," and "Underwater Bliss" Curated advice for outdoor adventurers, archeology aficionados, foodies, and more Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Canoe to a farmers market to sample fresh pupusas and cashew wine. Hike rainforests filled with medicinal trees and howler monkeys, snorkel the second-largest (and best preserved) coral reef in the world, or explore ancient Mayan ceremonial caves and cool off beneath the waterfalls. Spend your day at the beach, and your night dancing barefoot in the sand to the sound of Garifuna drums Expert advice on when to go, what to pack, and where to stay, from Belize transplant-turned-local Lebawit Lily Girma Full-color photos and detailed maps for navigating the cayes and mainland on your own Handy phrases in Kriol, Garifuna, and Q'eqchi' Mayan Detailed background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and culture Travel tips on health and safety, traveling solo as a woman, getting around with children or as a senior, and suggestions for LGBTQ+ visitors and travelers with disabilities With Moon Belize's expert tips, myriad activities, and local insight, you can plan your trip your way. Planning an island getaway? Pick up Moon Belize Cayes. Looking to expand your trip? Try Moon Yucatán Peninsula, Moon Guatemala, or Moon Jamaica.