Masaya Volcano

Masaya Volcano National Park has reopened following a closure in March 2024. This was due to a landslide that covered the lava lake with debris, blocking the release of volcanic gases and increasing the potential for volcanic explosions. Now, the park is open as usual.

There aren't too many places in the world where you can look into the heart of an active volcano! Masaya Volcano is a must visit destination when visiting Nicaragua. Masaya's an active volcano and one of the few places in the world where you can see an active lava lake bubbling away.

Masaya volcano is one of the most active historical volcanoes in the world. Masaya lava lake is an open laboratory to explore its rare (4 %) magmatic processes.

The Masaya volcano is one of Nicaragua's most visited tourist sites. Every year, it attracts tens of thousands of visitors, both foreign and local. Its proximity to Managua (30 minutes), Masaya and Granada makes it a must-see excursion, ideal for half-day or organized evening visits.