| Mancarron |
| San Fernando |
| Dock |
| Dock |
| petroglyhs |
| petroglyhs |
| petroglyhs |
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| Nicaragua Solentiname Archipelago |
The Solentiname islands are located in the south of Lake Nicaragua. The archipelagio is made up of 36 islands with 3 main islands. 2 of the islands, Mancarron and San Fernando provide accomodation for visitors. The main attraction of the islands is the peace and quiet and the beautiful nature. There is only electricity on the islands for a few hours each evening, usually from around 6 pm to 8 pm. there is no bank or internet. Sights There are numerous prehistoric petroglyhs scattered around the islands. The easiest ones to visit are on Isla San Fernando. Boat tours around the islands can be arranged at Hospedaje Buen Amigo on Isla Mancarron. Prices are negotiable but a 3 hour boat tour for up to 6 people will cost around US$60. There is a small museum on Isla San Fernando displaying local finds. Entrance fee US$1. Accommodation Hospedaje Buen Amigo Tel: (506) 8696619 Isla Mancarron Room: US$6 per person US$10 per person with private bathroom The only budget place on the island. The owner can also arrange boat trips round the islands. Hotel Mancarron Isla Mancarron Room: US$35 per person Including 3 meals a day. The cultural events that take place randomly on the island are held here in the hall. La Maria Tel: (506) 283 0083 San Fernando Double room US$ 20 Hotel-Albergue Tel: (506) 377 4229 Isla San Fernando Double room US$ 25 Transport Collectivo boats leave from Isla Mancarron every Tuesday and Friday at 4.30 am for San Carlos. The boat trip takes around 2 and a half hours and costs C$ 70. The same boat goes by Isla San Fernando and Isla Donald Guevora. If you want to travel between the islands at other days and times you can hire a private boat. Prices are negotiable. |
| Donald Guevora |