For those who prefer beauty over distance, Corinto's own Pacific shoreline — volcanic black sand, warm water, swaying palms — is deeply underrated. A private horseback ride along the shore followed by a seafood lunch at a beachside palapa is the port's most relaxed, sensory bucket-list hour.
What to expect
Well-trained, calm criollo horses meet you a short taxi ride from the dock at a family-run stable with an unblemished safety record. Your bilingual guide leads a 90-minute coastal ride as pelicans patrol the surf and fishing pirogues dot the horizon — the Pacific at its most elemental. Lunch at a shaded palapa features ceviche of corvina, grilled prawns in garlic butter, and the local specialty: sopa de mariscos served in a clay pot. A hammock and cold Toña beer await while the horses are cooled down before your return.
Good to know
Duration approx. 4–5 hours — the ideal half-day option. Suitable for beginner to intermediate riders; weight limit 100 kg. Wear comfortable trousers and closed shoes. No pre-booking lead time required beyond 24 hours — ideal for late deciders. Easily the best back-aboard-early option.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Puerto Corinto — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Puerto Corinto
- Cerro Negro Volcano: Sandboarding Nicaragua's Iconic Crater
- León: Private Colonial City & Cathedral Rooftop Walking Tour
- Flor de Caña Rum Distillery: Heritage Masterclass & Private Tasting
- Granada Colonial & Lake Nicaragua: Private Lakeside Discovery
- San Juan de Oriente: Master Potters & Pre-Columbian Craft Immersion