Ancient Petroglyphs
There is a lot of evidence here of ancient civilizations. These mysterious rock drawings can be visited on foot from Selvista- we even have two on display in the kitchen! Contact us if you’d like to set up a guided tour with our bi-lingual guides to explore them in their natural habitat.
Many pre-Columbian petroglyphs have been uncovered and preserved here on Isla Ometepe. Many feature animals, such as turtles and monkeys, anthropomorphic creatures, people, and volcanoes.
People are represented with large ‘bowling-ball’ like heads.
The spiral is a common theme among the discovered rock carvings. It’s said to represent volcanic energy and that is why the symbol of Ometepe is two spirals joined by the isthmus.
You can see many at Finca El Povenir or at Finca Magdalena, or view collections in people’s homes driving around Maderas.
Excavations of certain areas on Maderas Volcano in 1995 uncovered over 17,000 rocks with carvings.
The OAP (Ometepe Archaeological Project) is continuously making new discoveries.
Hiking the nature trails on Ometepe island. There’s something to suit everyone! Charco Verde, Finca Magdalena and Penas Incultas are all family friendly hikes on Ometepe. You can explore on foot and see iguanas, monkeys, rare parrots and much more. Perfect for nature lovers. Charco Verde also has a pool and butterfly sanctuary.
At Selvista, we understand that canceling a reservation can be frustrating, but we want to remind our guests of the importance of supporting local service providers. Cancelling last minute can have a significant impact on the income of our local partners who depend on the tourism industry to make a living.
By implementing a cancellation charge, we ensure that our partners receive a fair share of the income they depend on.
We firmly believe that responsible tourism should increase economic stability instead of exploiting economically struggling countries. Let us work together to create a sustainable and ethical tourism industry that benefits everyone involved.
