Birds and biodiversity
Enjoy birds for pleasure or learning at a farm with forest and river habitats, where eBird records help document local biodiversity.
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La Mariola
An agroecological farm for birding in Río San Juan
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Birds, farm life and Río San Juan
A stay at La Mariola combines birding, farm life and access to some of Río San Juan’s most distinctive landscapes. Every visit helps sustain 20 hectares of tropical rainforest, the local economy and a small-scale approach to tourism.
A working agroecological farm
Agroecology, forest and daily farm life come together in a simple, authentic Río San Juan experience.
Learn moreRío San Juan and El Castillo
From La Mariola, you can explore El Castillo, travel along the San Juan River and discover the surroundings of the Indio-Maíz Biological Reserve.
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La Mariola on eBird
La Mariola is a confirmed eBird Hotspot. Approximately 80% of the species recorded at the farm are residents, and more than 70% have at least one photograph.
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An agroecological farm
Your stay takes place on a working farm managed on a small scale and guided by an agroecological approach. Part of the experience is walking through its productive areas, approaching the forest and understanding the everyday decisions that sustain this place.
Discover the farmOur cabins
The cabins are designed for a simple, peaceful stay close to nature. Each one offers privacy, the sounds of the surrounding landscape and a view of the river from its terrace.
Biosphere Reserve
Río San Juan supports an extraordinary diversity of flora and fauna and has received international recognition from UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve.
Forests, wetlands and rivers
The region brings together tropical forests, wetlands and river systems. The Indio-Maíz Biological Reserve stands out among its protected areas.
Near El Castillo
La Mariola lies on the banks of the San Juan River, near the historic town of El Castillo.
Connecting natural environments
From the farm, we organize outings to the main rivers, protected areas and birding hotspots of southeastern Nicaragua.
What guests say
"We spent all our time watching birds and listening to the sounds of nature."
Lucy, United Kingdom · Booking.com"The location in the middle of nature is a haven of peace and quiet. Saúl, the owner, is very attentive and answered all our questions."
Carla, Spain · Booking.com"Their vision of finding a balance between nature, farming and local entrepreneurship is admirable."
Inge, Netherlands · Booking.com