Ometepe

Nicaragua Travel Guide

"A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Ometepe Island sits at the heart of Lake Nicaragua. The island's name originates from the native Nahuatl word ome ("two") and tepetl ("mountain"), speaking to its striking hourglass shape anchored by two towering volcanoes. It's now a haven for ecotourism with hiking trails, wildlife-laden forests, natural pools, and hidden beaches. "Many visitors say it's their favorite part of Nicaragua," says Kendall." - Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual travel writer, editor, and content marketer. She is an expert on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, as she lived and worked in four different countries in that region. Carley founded the digital travel publications Loosely Local and Home to Havana. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines