Sustainable Living and Travel in Nicaragua
Nicaragua is emerging as a global eco-travel destination. Create your own eco-travel itenerary and start by staying at an environmentaly conscious abode. There are several accommodation options in the San Juan del Sur area that strike a beautiful balance between confort and low impact living. Check out our Green Rentals Page for details about specific rentals that are available.
San Juan del Sur is fast becoming a mecca for eco-conscious ex-patriots. Maybe you are looking to unplug and live completely off the grid or possily just to embrace a more eco-consious, low-impact lifestyle. In Nicaragua this is truly possible and we are seeing more examples pop up every year. Solar and wind are viable forms of energy generation in here and there are professionals to help you get the right systems in place. Rain water is clean, free and easy to harvest during many months of the year. Eating local and organic is inexpensive and available in Nicaragua whether you are getting a meal at the market or growing your own garden. Please Contact San Juan del Sur Guide if you would like more information about Nicaragua eco living or green real estate options. We will put you in touch with the right people. Thanks for your interest in keeping Nicaragua green!
Stones and Waves
Stones and Waves is the Nicaraguan partner to the World Vets Organization. They provide a Wildlife Rescue and Rehab Program for monkeys, birds and other small animals that have been injured. The also have a free spay-neuter clinic in San Juan del Sur to help control the local animal population. They are always in need of donations, volunteers and supplies so please visit their website for more info and to get involved.
Parque Maderas
Center for Art, Ecology, Natural Medicine and Sustainable Living. A retreat center that provides opportunities for people of all backgrounds and cultures to explore the relationships between fine arts, regenerative living, ecology, and natural medicine in a setting inspiring creativity and discovery.
Casa Llanta
Casa Llanta is a logical approach to building in rapidly developing nations such as Nicaragua. The project employs and educates local community members in the skills of sustainable building. Readily available byproducts are utilized, such as tires and plastic bottles, in conjunction with other local materials. The aim is to empower local community members and create skills that will foster a healthy independence from economical fluctuations that might affect the basic needs of its members.What are you looking for?
