Miraflor Nature Reserve
Reserva Natural Miraflor
A cloud forest reserve and farming community in the northeastern mountains, where you can hike, birdwatch and see orchids, and stay with farming families to experience village life.
The reserve spans mountains at roughly 800–1,450 m above sea level. Its vegetation ranges from dry forest to cloud forest, and more than 200 bird species (including the resplendent quetzal) and hundreds of orchid species have been recorded. It also has coffee farms, waterfalls and caves. Eco-tourism is run by a local farmers' cooperative, where you can stay with families, ride horseback, hike and take part in farm work. It is recommended to book guides and accommodation through the cooperative office in central Estelí. Take an early-morning bus or hire a vehicle to reach the mountains, and stay at least one night.
Opening hours
All day (guide reservation recommended)
Nearby sights
- Estelí Cathedral & Central Park
- Gallery of Heroes and Martyrs
- Estelí Murals
- Estelí Cigar Factories
- El Avión Viewpoint, Condega
- Estanzuela Waterfall
- El Jalacate Rock Carvings
- Tisey-Estanzuela Nature Reserve