Private Tour
Volcano Sandboarding Private Experience in Leon
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Cerro Negro volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in Nicaragua! This sensational experience begins from the city of León where we pick you up, we drive for approximately 1 hour until we reach the base of the Volcano, we start hiking through the rocky side for approximately 45 mins to 1 hour- beautiful views to Los Maribios mountain range and the beautiful contrasts of its surroundings are not to be missed.
Once at the top we take a few minutes to enjoy the view, unique pictures! Then we proceed to dress up with the protective gear –your safety comes first-, your guide will provide all the instructions to carry out the activity that we know as “Volcano Boarding”, which consists of sliding down on a wooden board through the sandy part for the adrenaline rush experience!
At the end we have quick snack to refresh ourselves and head back to Leon or continue with one of our many additional tours…
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cerro Negro Volcano 2024
Cerro Negro is the unique active volcano in the world where YOU can slide on a wooden board at 728 meters above sea level, in addition to captivating us with its amazing views around, volcanic mountain range, history, and contrasts of hardened lava and green landscapes that will undoubtedly be an unforgettable and unique experience.
What‘s Included
Beverages ( bottle of water ).
Bilingual Certificate Tourist Guide
Digital Photos & Videos Package.
Private transportation 4X4 Toyota Land Cruiser Zafari
Bandana as Souvenir.
Full Safety Equipment ( Jumpsuit, Helmet, Goggles, gloves, bandana ).
Entrances Fee
Breakfast/Lunch
Pickup points
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Volcano Sandboarding Private Experience in Leon
Pickup included
Reviews
48 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I had David Cortez as my...
Ayah A,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had David Cortez as my guide and he was so kind and patient! Very knowledgeable about the tour, attentive to everything I needed and even carried my board for me when he saw me struggling. Amazing tour from beginning to end!
Exciting
Road41661383903,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful, adrenaline-filled experience! The tour was thoroughly enjoyed, filled with joy and excitement as we discovered sights and interesting facts about this place, thanks to the amazing team at Nica Nica Tours!
Black hill
gabrielabX3987EF,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful experience, recommendation to wear appropriate shoes mountain climbing type, certain parts is slippery
Amazing!!
Discover791078,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great service! Great attention! Great experience!! Amazing!
Amazing
shirleyd380,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredibly great experience boarding Volcano with David! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish, so we felt safe and in good hands all the time. The equipment was very good and well prepared so we could fully enjoy the adventure. David is not only super friendly but also incredibly competent. He told us many exciting things about Nicaragua, nature and the volcano. So we learned a lot in addition to the fun. The Volcano boarding itself was a really cool and unique experience and definitely a highlight of our trip. We particularly liked the fact that you can influence the speed of boarding yourself, depending on how brave you are 😄 Highly recommended. Thank you, David, for this unforgettable experience!
The perfect tour!
remcod735,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the start it was good, contact and arranging the trip all went smooth. At the agreed time we were picked up at the hotel. During the drive the guide explained allot of the environment and Vulcano! The walk and views where beautiful and the Vulcano boarding was exciting! We really enjoyed the tour and would recommend booking with nica nica tours!
Amazing tour! David made it unforgettable with his energy, knowledge, and attention to every detail. Highly recommend!
rockstarr51,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An unforgettable experience from start to finish. The entire tour was seamless, engaging, and packed with incredible moments, but what truly set it apart was David, our guide. His knowledge was exceptional, delivered with clarity, humor, and genuine passion. He kept the group energized while making sure everyone felt included and informed. Every stop felt purposeful, and David added context that brought each location to life. His attention to detail and ability to read the group elevated the entire experience. It never felt rushed or generic. This was more than a tour—it felt curated and intentional. Anyone considering this should go without hesitation, especially if David is leading.
Great time!
742nolanj,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience hiking the volcano! Our guide, David, was well spoken and well educated in the geology of the area. While not the cheapest endeavor at $260 for a family of 4, it was worth the private tour and we are very glad we had the experience!
Great experience!!
kelseyg716,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family took a private hike plus volcano boarding with Nica Nica tours while on vacation! It was an absolutely amazing experience! Our guide, David, provided so much education on the country, landscape, and volcanoes while on the drive and tour. He was very attentive to us and making sure we had everything we needed. His English was fantastic! David took many photos of us on the tour and I appreciated this tremendously - they were absolutely stunning! (We will be using one for our family Christmas card!!) The safety gear included everything we needed to be safe while hiking and boarding down. (Helmet, goggles, bandana, suit, gloves, board, and water). We did pay a gentleman $20 (US) to carry our boards and that was a great choice! David and driver (safe and professional), stopped at a fruit stand beforehand to buy some watermelon and bananas for us afterwards. We were beyond thankful for that! David picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel in Las Penitas. I would highly recommend this company and tour and would definitely do this again. Next time we will do the sunset hike!
Best experience ever!!!
miadO2840CI,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eduaro was an absolutely amazing guide! The best guide we’ve ever had a fabulous day and we’d recommend it to anyone. All costs were included and our guide even took my phone around with us to document the day for us meaning we could completely immerse ourselves in the experience. Small group sizes which we loved, looked like a much more personal experience than other groups at the volcano.
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