Cerro Negro Volcano Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Cerro Negro Volcano. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Volcano Boarding Private Tour
• Cerro Negro and Volcano Sand Boarding from León
• SANDBOARDING Cerro Negro Volcano, León NIcaragua.
• Half Day Private Tour of Cerro Negro's Volcano Boarding
• Private Sandboarding Tour Cerro Negro and the Central Park of León

There are plenty of tours that visit Cerro Negro, which range from boarding experiences to guided hikes. Tours start at around US$35 for a shared experience that includes transportation and equipment, while private tours are upwards of US$45. It’s around $150 to ride the slopes as part of a shore excursion or a day trip from Managua.

Volcano boarding is a sport that involves hiking up a volcano and sliding back down on a special board—a little like sledding. It’s possible to reach speeds of up to 40 mph (64 kph), so special clothing and equipment are required for safety. Thanks to its sandy terrain, Cerro Negro is one of the only places in the world where volcano boarding is possible.

Most people consider the hike up Cerro Negro to be easy to moderately difficult. The 1-mile hike generally takes between 30 minutes to an hour and is steep in some sections, covering about 700 feet (213 meters) of elevation. Most tours require people to carry their own boards up the volcano, which can make the trek more challenging, but some do carry the equipment for you.

Although you can visit Cerro Negro on your own, a guided tour is the best way to get the full experience. Guided tours include all the necessary equipment and clothing for volcano boarding, including a boilersuit, gloves, and goggles. If you choose to visit the volcano independently, you can still hike up to the summit, but you’ll miss out on the fun ride back down.

Plan to wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes to Cerro Negro. Not only will these give you the support you need for the hike up, but your footwear can also help you control your speed on the descent. Wear comfortable clothes for the hike, including sun protection; once you hit the slopes, there’s virtually no shade.