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Sustainable farming and Hiking in the Cloud Forest

Nature Reserve El Arenal

Description

El Arenal Natural Reserve, is a dense cloud forest that is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna such as bromeliads, orchids, giant ferns, endangered mammals, and exotic birds.

We start the tour at La Hammonia. This is a self-sustaining organic farm located within the reserve where coffee, vegetables, livestock, cheese and other crops are grown. At this farm we will see how it is possible to farm the land while protecting the environment at the same time.

After visiting the farm we start a 3-hour hike through a well preserved cloud forest and one of the most accessible ones of Nicaragua. El Arenal nature reserve is home to exotic birds such as the Resplendent Quetzal and the Three-wattled Bell Bird. Also numerous mammals like monkeys, agouties and peccaries are seen often.

Duration: 6–7 hours.

Highlights:
Hiking in the Cloud Forest
Sustainable farming tour
Visit the greenhouses, cheese factory and village

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Bilingual guide
  • Entrance and tour around the farm
  • Lunch

Note:
Pickup and dropoff within the city of Matagalpa included. Please specify your exact location when making a reservation.

Tips and Practical Information

Lenght: 6-7 hours.

Departure place(s)

Matagalpa

Prices

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Terms and Conditions

General Conditions Matagalpa Tours

Cancellation Without Penalty:
Cancellations made at 31 days before the day of arrival will not incur any penalties.

Cancellation Penalties:
Cancellations made with less than 31 days before arrival day, the following percentages will be charged, besides the initial payment if the reservation is cancelled:

30 days to 24 hours beforehand: 25%
24 - 0 hours beforehand: 50%
In case of no-use of the reserved service: 100%