Journey from the depths of a coffee plantation to the edge of an active crater. Encounter jaguars, waterfalls, and the sulphurous power of Poás Volcano.
Puerto Jiménez – Day 2: Potatoes and Dolphins
From cooking feasts and Grey’s Anatomy marathons to a sunset boat tour. A journey through dolphins, gold mining history, and the glowing waters of Puerto Jiménez.
Montezuma – Day 3: Romance and Bonfires
From a hostel medical emergency to a romantic beach bonfire under the stars. A journey through saving lives, coffee-fueled writing, and the magic of Montezuma.
La Fortuna – Day 1: Solo Again
From tearful goodbyes in Nicaragua to border scares and fines. A journey through visa overstays, new travel companions, and the road to La Fortuna.
Reflections: After Nicaragua
From mixed feelings to finding the perfect travel buddy. A journey through the highs and lows of Nicaragua, travel FOMO, and the legacy of Baby Jesus.
Ometepe – Day 3: Climbing Concepción
From the grueling climb up Concepción to the refreshing waters of San Ramón. A journey through cloud-capped summits, yellow-naped parrots, and psychedelic brownies.
Granada – Day 4: Diving in Apoyo Lagoon
From the colonial streets of Granada to the volcanic depths of Apoyo Lagoon. A journey through endemic cichlids, freshwater buoyancy, and conservation efforts.
Granada – Day 3: Masaya Volcano
From post-party hangovers to the glow of the Santiago crater. A journey through Nicaraguan sweets, the Mouth of Hell, and a mesmerizing lava lake.
Léon – Day 1: Border Scares & Nostalgia
Leaving Utila behind, we tackle a nerve-wracking border crossing into Nicaragua. A late-night arrival in León brings relief and lingering nostalgia.
Utila – Week 8, Day 2: Beyond the Bubbles
From the “ripping pain” of saying goodbye to the “desolate and empty” dorms of Room 16. A journey through seven weeks of island life, the final ferry ride, and the struggle to hold onto every grain of memory.