Kayaking from Mérida across the lake and down the Istián River takes about an hour, but you won’t regret the trip. From the lake you can see the Maderas Volcano, which is dormant, and the taller active Concepción Volcano. The river 
runs between the two islands that the volcanoes call home, and is a great place to observe the wildlife of Nicaragua.
The main stars of the trip are the monkeys, but be careful! They are wild, and they will bite. Birds such as egrets, herons, stilts and herons abound, and the narrow river affords plenty of up close viewings.
You can rent a kayak in Mérida; remember to bring your camera and your binoculars. The trip takes about 3 hours, so make sure you don’t forget the sunscreen!
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