Requirements may change at short notice. Contact the embassy before departure. Exists in the Vivax variety from June to Dec in the rural areas and the outskirts of towns. Avoid dairy products as they are not pasteurised. Fruit and vegetables should be peeled before consumption.
Credit cards have limited use.
English is also spoken along the Mosquito Coast. The mountains in the North are much cooler. 60 Hz POST Up to 2 weeks. Poste Restante is available in Managua. There are no specific dangers facing women travellers in Nicaragua but the normal precautions should be taken.