Read FAQs about our programs in Nicaragua.

You book a flight to the airport of Managua (MGA) and inform us about your flight details. We will pick you up in Managua and bring you to your accommodation in León (if part of your package or booked additionally).

We also recommend comparing airfares to popular destinations in the Caribbean and southern USA (e.g. Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Las Vegas, Panamá, Santo Domingo, Cancún), from where you can book a flight to Managua separately.

For up to 90 days: A visa costs $10 and can be purchased upon arrival at the airport.

It is possible to extend for an additional 90 days, with each subsequent month (up to six months) costing $20 per month.

Host Family & Shared Accommodation

The accommodation we arrange is with families or individuals who rent out rooms in their houses. The houses are typically large historic buildings in Colonial style, allowing the owners to rent out 2-5 rooms. Therefore, it is likely that there will be other non-family members staying there. In the university city of León, this type of accommodation is primarily aimed at Nicaraguan students but is also available for foreign participants in our programs.

This type of accommodation offers a combination of family and flat-share life. Depending on the family and your preferences, you can choose to live in closer relation with the family or more independently.

The rooms are usually furnished with a bed, a table and chair, and storage space for clothes. Some houses have private bathrooms for the rooms, while others have shared bathrooms with the homeowners or other tenants. You will be provided with your own key. Bed linen is provided, and the room is cleaned weekly. Overnight guests are not permitted in the rooms. Wifi internet is available and the kitchen can be used. If you prefer, you can book breakfast, lunch, and dinner with the family at a small additional cost.