Cosigüina Volcano Hike
A turquoise crater lake above the Gulf.
At the far northwest tip of Nicaragua, Cosigüina hides a stunning turquoise crater lake. From the rim, on a clear day, you can see across the Gulf of Fonseca to Honduras and El Salvador. It's a remote, uncrowded trail, do it in a day or camp at the top.
- Turquoise crater lake from the rim
- Views to Honduras & El Salvador
- Remote, uncrowded trail
- Day hike or overnight camp
- Duration
- Full day
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Meeting point
- ViaVia, León
- Guides
- Local, English-speaking
2 ways to do Cosigüina
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Spend the night near Cosigüina's rim and watch the light change over the turquoise crater lake and the Gulf of Fonseca, from sunset through to a quiet sunrise.
- Transport
- Entrance fee
- English-speaking guide
- Camping equipment
- Snacks
- T-Shirt
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Drink
- Hiking boots / walking shoes
- 4L water
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Repellent
- Extra clothes
- Flashlight
Cosigüina: good to know
What makes the Cosigüina hike special?
A stunning turquoise crater lake at the rim and, on clear days, views across the Gulf of Fonseca toward Honduras and El Salvador.
Is Cosigüina a hard hike?
It's a moderate full-day hike on a remote, uncrowded trail. Camping overnight at the top is also available.
