Masaya Volcano
Nicaragua, Masaya
Masaya Volcano
LocationNicaragua, Masaya
RegionMasaya
TypeNational Park
Coordinates11.9763°, -86.1572°
Established1979
Area54
Nearest CityNindirí (5 km)
About Masaya Volcano
Nicaragua's first national park, centered on the active Masaya volcano complex with two calderas and five craters. One of the most accessible active volcanoes on Earth, it offers visitors the rare experience of viewing a continuously lava-lit crater from the crater rim. The park covers diverse ecosystems from volcanic wasteland to dry forest and is home to hundreds of green parakeets that nest inside the Santiago crater walls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Masaya Volcano located?
Masaya Volcano is located in Masaya, Nicaragua at coordinates 11.9763, -86.1572.
How do I get to Masaya Volcano?
To get to Masaya Volcano, the nearest city is Nindirí (5 km).
How large is Masaya Volcano?
Masaya Volcano covers approximately 54 square kilometers (21 square miles).
When was Masaya Volcano established?
Masaya Volcano was established in 1979.