Mombacho is a stratovolcano in Nicaragua, near the city of Granada. It is 1,345 metres (4,409 ft) high. The Mombacho Volcano Nature Reserve is one of 78 protected areas of …

David Howells

December 6, 2020

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Great little taster of what is to come in Nicaragua. Beautiful views and an interesting volcanic crater. Mombacho is a stratovolcano in Nicaragua, near the city of Granada. It is 1,345 metres high. The Mombacho Volcano Nature Reserve is one of 78 protected areas of Nicaragua. Mombacho is an extinct volcano, but the last eruption occurred in 1570. There is no historical knowledge of earlier eruptions.

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Viewpoint at Volcán Mombacho – Mombacho Tunnel and Lookout loop from Reserva Natural Volcán Mombacho

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Viewpoint at Volcán Mombacho – View of Volcán Mombacho loop from Santa Ana

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,060 m

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Location: Granada, Nicaragua

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Viewpoint over Isletas, Granada, and Laguna de Apoyo

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Hiking loop from Mobacho entrance ($8 entrance, +$14 to go up by transport)

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Viewpoint at Volcán Mombacho – Mombacho Tunnel and Lookout loop from Reserva Natural Volcán Mombacho

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Viewpoint at Volcán Mombacho – View of Volcán Mombacho loop from Santa Ana

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