Telica Volcano Hike
Peer into an active, glowing crater.
Telica is one of Nicaragua's oldest and most active volcanoes, with smoke drifting from its deep crater and, after dark, a red glow at the bottom. From the rim you get a sweeping view of the volcanic chain and the Pacific. Come for sunrise or sunset, take the all-day version, or camp beside the crater.
- Look into an active, glowing crater
- Sweeping views across the volcanic chain
- Sunrise, sunset, all-day or overnight
- Watch the crater glow red after dark
- Duration
- 7 hrs
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Meeting point
- ViaVia, León
- Guides
- Local, English-speaking
5 ways to do Telica
Pick an option to see its schedule, what's included and what to bring, then book.
- Round-trip transport from León
- English-speaking local guide
- All required equipment
- Bottled water
- Tour photos
- Closed-toe hiking shoes
- 2L of water
- Sun hat + sunscreen
- Sunglasses & bandana
- Cash for park entrance fee
Telica: good to know
Can you see lava at Telica volcano?
Telica's crater is active and after dark you can often see a red glow at the bottom. It isn't open flowing lava, but the sunset and overnight tours are timed to catch the glow.
How difficult is the Telica hike?
It's a moderate hike suitable for anyone with average fitness. The overnight camping option is longer but split across two days.
What should I bring to Telica?
Closed-toe shoes, water and sun protection. For the camping tour, bring a warm layer for the night and a headlamp.
