Excursion to Nueva Esperanza: Legends and Crafts

Local guides, such as Carlos David Perez (losdape1@yahoo.com) are available to lead hikes to neighbouring villages such as Nueva Esperanza.

Nicolas, a local pottery artisan is pleased to demonstrate Lenca techniques which use red clay and traditional handtools such as corn husks. Hands-on workshops are also available. Firing is done in an outdoor kiln.

This prehistoric cave is 15 metres high and was used as a shelter for villagers and soldiers during times of conflict. Local legends also tell of a duende or spirit who lives inside a deep interior cavern and emerges to roam the countryside from time to time.

Eco-tourism Activities

Hikes along the Rio Grande River, up to Mirador San Guanera and to neighbouring hillside villages are available independently or with a guide.