Overview
Rama is the main port of entry to the Caribbean coast for travelers coming from Managua and the interior. The city of 59,000 people sits along the Escondido River, which branches into the Sumi, Rama, and Escondido rivers.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Hospedaje Gonsales offers the only practical backpacker option: US$5-7.50 per single. Very basic dorm-like rooms with thin walls. Book early mornings for boat departures.
Health
Heavy mosquito presence—bring repellent and consider a mosquitero. Mosquito-borne illness risk exists in the Caribbean lowlands.
Money
US dollars widely accepted. Limited ATM availability—carry sufficient cash for the journey to Bluefields and the Corn Islands.
Transport
Boat to Bluefields costs US$10 (1 hr 30 min); bus to Managua costs US$6 (5 hr 30 min). Both depart from the central hub near the boat pier and bus stop.
