Las penitas

A heaven for catching waves

A coastal paradise near León

Las Peñitas, a stunning coastal retreat situated just a short drive from the lively city of León in Nicaragua, is a hidden gem that promises a remarkable beach experience. This tranquil stretch of Pacific coastline offers visitors a chance to be amazed by its natural beauty, vibrant surf scene, and nice places to eat and drink.

Las Penitas | Leon, Nicaragua | The Original Tours
Las Penitas | Leon, Nicaragua | The Original Tours

A picturesque beach escape

Las Peñitas is a picturesque coastal escape that will transport you to a world of serene beauty. The beach features expansive golden sands, crystal-clear waters, and swaying palm trees that create the perfect backdrop for relaxation. Whether you're a sunseeker looking to unwind, a couple in search of a romantic getaway, or a family seeking an adventure, Las Peñitas has it all.

Las Penitas | Leon, Nicaragua | The Original Tours
Las Penitas | Leon, Nicaragua | The Original Tours

Culinairy delights in Las Penitas

Las Peñitas is not just a feast for the eyes but also a culinary delight. The beach offers a variety of places to eat and drink, with popular spots like SUA, Puesta del Sol, and Playa Roca. These seaside restaurants serve up fresh, flavorful dishes, including delicious seafood, traditional Nicaraguan fare, and international cuisine. Dining with the sound of the waves as your backdrop is an experience in itself.

Las Penitas | Leon, Nicaragua | The Original Tours
Las Penitas | Leon, Nicaragua | The Original Tours

A surfing heaven

For surf enthusiasts, Las Peñitas is a haven for catching waves. The beach provides ideal conditions for surfers of all levels, from beginners to experienced riders. Several surf schools in the area offer lessons and board rentals, making it easy for visitors to experience the thrill of riding the Pacific swells. Whether you're a seasoned surfer or a first-timer, Las Peñitas offers a fantastic surfing experience.

With popular restaurants like SUA, Puesta del Sol, and Playa Roca, as well as surf schools catering to all levels, Las Peñitas provides a well-rounded beach experience.

Route and content was perfect, a mixture of culture and history, good amount of detail. Marlons English was fantastic and made the tour very enjoyable for the group. He is knowledgeable and personable and managed the group very well. Would recommend to anyone in León! Gracias Marlon!

- Megan, USA -

Amazing tour with Leonel! I highly recommend doing it if you’re staying in Leon. We went on the morning tour and we stopped at the market to try local food, that was really nice. A lot of information are also given on the city, the history of the country and the culture in general.

- Laura, France -

Our tour with Antonio was so fun and we learned so much about the history of Leon and the general history of Nicaragua. It did rain at the start and en of our tour but antonio worked around it perfectly. We even tried some local food from the market

- Rob, The Netherlands -

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