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==Nicaragua Cruising Guide==
==Nicaragua Cruising Guide==
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Nicaragua.
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Nicaragua.
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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Nicaraguamap.gif|329px| ]]<br>Nicaragua
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| Managua <br/> [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|12|9|N|86|16|E|}}
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====Overview====
'''Nicaragua''' is bordered by [[Honduras]] to the north and by [[Costa Rica]] to the south. The [[Pacific Ocean]] lies to the west of the country, while the [[Caribbean Cruising Guide|Caribbean]] Sea lies to the east. Falling within the tropics, Nicaragua sits 11 degrees north of the Equator, in the Northern Hemisphere.
'''Nicaragua''' is bordered by [[Honduras]] to the north and by [[Costa Rica]] to the south. The [[Pacific Ocean]] lies to the west of the country, while the [[Caribbean Cruising Guide|Caribbean]] Sea lies to the east. Falling within the tropics, Nicaragua sits 11 degrees north of the Equator, in the Northern Hemisphere.
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The [[Caribbean Cruising Guide|Caribbean]] coastline is much more sinuous than its generally straight Pacific counterpart. Lagoons and deltas make it very irregular. Nicaragua's tropical east coast is very different from the rest of the country. The climate is predominantly tropical, with high temperature and high humidity. Around the area's principal city of Bluefields, English is widely spoken along with the official Spanish and the population more closely resembles that found in many typical [[Caribbean Cruising Guide|Caribbean]] ports than the rest of Nicaragua.
The [[Caribbean Cruising Guide|Caribbean]] coastline is much more sinuous than its generally straight Pacific counterpart. Lagoons and deltas make it very irregular. Nicaragua's tropical east coast is very different from the rest of the country. The climate is predominantly tropical, with high temperature and high humidity. Around the area's principal city of Bluefields, English is widely spoken along with the official Spanish and the population more closely resembles that found in many typical [[Caribbean Cruising Guide|Caribbean]] ports than the rest of Nicaragua.
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===Climate & Weather===
===Climate & Weather===
Nicaragua has a tropical climate with generally hot and humid conditions. Temperatures are around or just above 30 degrees Celcius during the day most of the year and most areas are still above 20 degrees Celcius at night. Nicaragua has two seasons regarding rainfall. A dry and slightly cooler November to April season and a wet season (but not raining all day) during May to October. Hurricanes occasionally hit the country from July/August onwards.
Nicaragua has a tropical climate with generally hot and humid conditions. Temperatures are around or just above 30 degrees Celcius during the day most of the year and most areas are still above 20 degrees Celcius at night. Nicaragua has two seasons regarding rainfall. A dry and slightly cooler November to April season and a wet season (but not raining all day) during May to October. Hurricanes occasionally hit the country from July/August onwards.
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Sources of weather forecasting:
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===Charts===
===Charts===
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Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.
Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.
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===Arrival/Departure procedures===
===Arrival/Departure procedures===
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Submit any details about advance notification of arrival, etc.
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==Immigration, Visas & Customs==
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'''Immigration'''<br>
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===Immigration===
Passports must have a validity of at least six months. Prior visas are not required for citizens of most countries - a tourist visa card is purchased on entry. This '''CA-4 visa''' applies to:- Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The length of stay is normally 90 days and applies to the whole group. Only one extension will be granted. To remain in the region longer, a visit to a country outside the '''CA-4''' area must be made and a new visa is issued on re-entry.
Passports must have a validity of at least six months. Prior visas are not required for citizens of most countries - a tourist visa card is purchased on entry. This '''CA-4 visa''' applies to:- Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The length of stay is normally 90 days and applies to the whole group. Only one extension will be granted. To remain in the region longer, a visit to a country outside the '''CA-4''' area must be made and a new visa is issued on re-entry.
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'''Customs'''<br>
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===Customs===
* Firearms, ammunition and animals must be declared on arrival along with a declaration of currency and valuables.
* Firearms, ammunition and animals must be declared on arrival along with a declaration of currency and valuables.
* Medications must have accompanying prescriptions.
* Medications must have accompanying prescriptions.
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* Tourist Visa  (per person) = US$9 (Apr '08)
* Tourist Visa  (per person) = US$9 (Apr '08)
* Sailing Permit = US$25 (Apr '08)
* Sailing Permit = US$25 (Apr '08)
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==Ports & Popular Stops==
[[Image:Nicaragua_Pacific_Beach.jpg|right|thumb|300px|A pacific beach in Nicaragua]]  
[[Image:Nicaragua_Pacific_Beach.jpg|right|thumb|300px|A pacific beach in Nicaragua]]  
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==External Territories==
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===Offshore Islands===
===Offshore Islands===
A  permit must be obtained in Managua if you wish to visit the Corn Islands, Bluefields and Puerto Cabezas.
A  permit must be obtained in Managua if you wish to visit the Corn Islands, Bluefields and Puerto Cabezas.
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==Cruiser's Friends==
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/nicaragua.html Nicaragua Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/nicaragua.html Nicaragua Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
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===Personal Notes===
===Personal Notes===

Revision as of 00:50, 3 June 2011

Nicaragua Cruising Guide

An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Nicaragua.

Nicaragua
Nicaraguamap.gif
Map - click for larger view
Nicaraguaflag.png
Flag
Capital: Managua
World icon.png 12°9′N, 86°16′E
Language: Spanish
Currency: Córdoba (NIO)
Timezone: UTC-6
More notes about the country

Overview

Nicaragua is bordered by Honduras to the north and by Costa Rica to the south. The Pacific Ocean lies to the west of the country, while the Caribbean Sea lies to the east. Falling within the tropics, Nicaragua sits 11 degrees north of the Equator, in the Northern Hemisphere.

Contents

The Caribbean coastline is much more sinuous than its generally straight Pacific counterpart. Lagoons and deltas make it very irregular. Nicaragua's tropical east coast is very different from the rest of the country. The climate is predominantly tropical, with high temperature and high humidity. Around the area's principal city of Bluefields, English is widely spoken along with the official Spanish and the population more closely resembles that found in many typical Caribbean ports than the rest of Nicaragua.

Cruising the region

Climate & Weather

Nicaragua has a tropical climate with generally hot and humid conditions. Temperatures are around or just above 30 degrees Celcius during the day most of the year and most areas are still above 20 degrees Celcius at night. Nicaragua has two seasons regarding rainfall. A dry and slightly cooler November to April season and a wet season (but not raining all day) during May to October. Hurricanes occasionally hit the country from July/August onwards.

Sources of weather forecasting:

Charts

Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.

Special Navigation Notes

Any navigation notes here.

Local Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.

Arrival/Departure procedures

Submit any details about advance notification of arrival, etc.

Immigration, Visas & Customs

Immigration

Passports must have a validity of at least six months. Prior visas are not required for citizens of most countries - a tourist visa card is purchased on entry. This CA-4 visa applies to:- Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The length of stay is normally 90 days and applies to the whole group. Only one extension will be granted. To remain in the region longer, a visit to a country outside the CA-4 area must be made and a new visa is issued on re-entry.

Customs

  • Firearms, ammunition and animals must be declared on arrival along with a declaration of currency and valuables.
  • Medications must have accompanying prescriptions.
  • Canned meats and dairy products are prohibited imports.
  • There is no restriction on the maxium length of stay for a yacht in the country.

Fees

  • Tourist Visa (per person) = US$9 (Apr '08)
  • Sailing Permit = US$25 (Apr '08)
  • Govt. Tax on vessel
    • Entry = US$15 (Apr '08)
    • Exit = US$15 (Apr '08)
  • Exit Zarpe = US$25 (Apr '08)

Restrictions

Ports & Popular Stops

A pacific beach in Nicaragua

External Territories

Offshore Islands

A permit must be obtained in Managua if you wish to visit the Corn Islands, Bluefields and Puerto Cabezas.

Health

  • Malaria prophylaxis is highly recommended.

Security

Details

Transportation

Transportation - mainland or to other countries, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".

Links to Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

Submit useful website links for the region

References & Publications

Books, Guides, etc.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?


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