San Carlos Travel Guide
Nicaragua
San Carlos is a small city in Nicaragua, with a population of 13,451. It lies in the country’s tropical lowlands and is served by San Carlos Airport (NCR), making air travel the most direct option for visitors arriving by plane.
San Carlos is not a beach destination. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of the city, so plan beach visits elsewhere rather than using San Carlos as a coastal base.
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Pays in NIO
Plug type Type A & Type B (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 118
Dial code +505
Tipping: Tipping is becoming more common in Nicaragua, especially in tourist areas. While not always expected, it is greatly appreciated for good service.
Best time to visit San Carlos
Jan
29°20Feb
30°14Mar
32°9Apr
32°13May
32°23Jun
30°29Jul
29°29Aug
30°29Sep
30°29Oct
29°31Nov
29°29Dec
28°24Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Getting there
San Carlos Airport · 0 km
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