Guacimo Ecolodge is nested within 50 hectares of primary and secondary forests in the shores of the San Juan River in the Indio Maiz Biological Reserve buffer zone. Come and discover the Atlantic region of Nicaragua. Guacimo Lodge runs 100% on renewable energy and has only eight bungalows in order to minimize our carbon footprint. Its 50-hectare primary and secondary forest provides a true Central American lowland rainforest experience. The lodge is only accessible by water and it is located in Indio Maiz buffer zone
Guacimo Lodge serves local, fresh and healthy food. They love cold soups made from blended vegetables like the beetroot gazpacho or the Andalusian gazpacho and salads as their chickpea salad with olives. The starters are complemented by main dishes that include pastas, chicken fajitas and local varieties of fish caught from the river. Don’t miss the fresh snook or the local recipe of camarones de rio on season.
The architectural design adopts natural ventilation through window screens and ceiling openings. The impact of the construction on the soil and the terrain was minimal. Guacimo was built by local masons and artisans from the San Carlos and El Castillo communities. The lodge offers limited accommodations in order to improve interaction with nature and avoid the adverse effects of mass tourism.
Deluxe Cabañas
Rama Design Nestled in the Forest - Inspired by traditional Rama design using suita and palm thatched roof, our cabañas are perked over the forest and river, and provide both comfort and direct contact with nature. Queen size bed, outdoor shower, design furniture. Each cabaña can accommodate up to two persons.
Superior Bungalows
Greater Space. Minimum Impact. Attention to Detail - Designed to make you feel one with nature while having minimal impact on the environment. Each one of our superior bungalows features a king size bed, artisan stone, observatory deck, Granada vintage rocking chairs, a seating area and a private bathroom.
At Guacimo Lodge, you can explore the surrounding nature through activities like hiking the Zompopo trail, canoeing in the Indio Maiz Biosphere Reserve, and taking a night boat tour to see nocturnal wildlife. Other options include visiting the El Castillo fortress, enjoying yoga and birdwatching, or taking a guided tour to a local cocoa cooperative. 
Adventure 3 nights (4 nights available as well)
Every Adventure Package three nights includes:
3 or 4 nights accommodation at one of Guacimo River Lodge Deluxe Cabaña or Superior Bungalows
Daily a la carte breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Wildlife & community activities included during your stay:
– Morning of day 1: our special tour Canoeing Indio Maiz, consisting on canoeing down the San Juan river up to Indio Maiz Biosphere reserve, then entering the reserve for a guided 2hrs hike, and continue your canoeing trip through the quiet waters of the Bartola river up to El Playon for a nice bath and rest in the middle of the forest. Motorboat returns you to Guacimo.
– Afternoon of day 1: Visit to El Castillo XVII fortress and the local cocoa cooperative where you will taste a just made chocolate. El Castillo charming town and the great views over the river are a great way to enjoy the San Juan and relax after an intensive morning.
– Morning of day 2: you will hike through the Tropical forest trail Zompopo with sections of small river creeks and giant Almendro and Cedro trees. You will be able to observe white-faced capuchin and spider monkeys, the green poisoned frog, luckily the footpring of a jaguar or a tapir, and some of the bird species inhabiting Indio Maiz forests.
– That night, after sunset, you will enjoy the night tour with our private boat to observe nocturnal wildlife in the San Juan.
Free check-in and check-out river ride between El Castillo and Guacimo Lodge
