What to do in Rivas Department

Activities, attractions and tours
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Most fun & popular experiences in Rivas Department


Discover the most popular places to visit in Rivas Department

Explore areas of Rivas Department

On the road to our beachside homestay.

Rancho Santana

While visiting Rancho Santana, you might make a stop by sights like Rancho Santana Beach and Escondido Beach.

Rancho Santana
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Guacalito de La Isla

While Guacalito de La Isla might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course and Gigante Beach.

Guacalito de La Isla
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Paradise Bay

4/5(2 area reviews)

Though Paradise Bay might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Juan del Sur Port and San Juan del Sur Beach.

Paradise Bay
Birds eye view of the Bay Area

Pacific Marlin

When in Pacific Marlin, you can plan a visit to Nacascolo Beach and San Juan del Sur Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Playa La Redonda

4/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Playa La Redonda enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Gigante Beach is worth a stop.

Playa La Redonda
Pelican Eyes Resort in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.  Amazing infinity pool with a bar.  The perfect place to watch a sunset in SJDS.  #sunsets #surfsudsandsights #travel #Nicaragua

Las Pampas

While there might not be top attractions in Las Pampas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Juan del Sur Port and San Juan del Sur Beach.

Las Pampas

Day trip destinations from Rivas Department