

Nekupe (Nadaime - Nicaragua)
NEKUPE
ABOUT
Nekupe Sporting Resort and Retreat is a 2,000+-acre nature reserve in Nicaragua’s Pacific countryside that offers opportunities to stimulate your mind, your body and your soul. It is the vision of Don Alfredo Jr. and Doña Theresa Pellas, avid travelers and adventure enthusiasts whose commitment to nature is exhibited through the resort’s core principles of respect and stewardship of the environment.
Nekupe is located in Nandaime, the “place of abundant streams.” It is just 1.5 hours from the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua, 30 minutes from the charming colonial city of Granada and just over an hour from the Pacific Coast.
Nekupe houses an animal sanctuary with more than 158 species of plants, including more than 100,000 trees that were planted throughout the reserve. Wildlife and fauna is sustained by the reservoirs developed by a team of local experts and ecologists. The sobering aura of the grounds serves as a backdrop for a variety of recreational activities and nature appreciation.
Nekupe offers a seamless confluence of sustainable nature-based design with Feng Shui inspiration, rich Nicaraguan culture and warm hospitality, nurturing exploration, adventure, wellbeing and peace. Experiences include horseback riding, mountaintop yoga, tennis, skeet shooting, organic gardening and cooking classes.
THE RESORT
- Luxury Inclusive - Personalized Service - Michellin Inspired Meals -
ACCOMMODATION
LA RESIDENCIA DOÑA THERESITA
La Residencia Doña Theresita is a unique combination of a dream home within a luxurious hotel setting, offering unparalleled attention to detail and privacy. This 24,000 sq ft residential compound is situated at the heart of the expansive reserve. The residence's design is a contemporary interpretation of indigenous local architectural with welcoming courtyards and long corridors surrounding the residence. The room's contemporary aesthetic provides an understated design that makes guests feel at home in a mountain-based sanctuary. High ceilings and expansive windows allow guests to take in the majesty of the outdoors. It features four serene suites, each with breathtaking views of the surrounding forest, a personal head chef, two pools, two private dining areas and kitchens, a state of the art media room and poker table, various bar areas, and an array of service staff, exclusively available for you.
NANGU LUXURY BUNGALOW
Nekupe offers four private Nangu that rest just atop miles of forest canopy. Nangu comes from the Chorotega word "cabana" that means bungalow in the language of a Nicaraguan tribe. This luxury bungalows feature floor-to-ceiling windows so guest can enjoy spectacular views of the Mombacho Volcano, all thoughtfully positioned to immerse guests in nature. Each Nangu comes with a King Size bed, living area, custom made soaking tub and open terraces to sit back and relax the breath -taking view of the Mombacho Volcano. Chalets are located between villas as common-space areas for friends and family to gather.
Nangu Cabana
JR Nangu Cabana
AMENITIES
Nekupe is a sanctuary catered to fulfill your every need. Our amenities transport you to a genuine dreamland, where personalized service and comforts allow you to open your mind and discover a new way of living.
- Casa Club
- Ermita San Francisco de Asis
- Nekupe Spa
- Pool
- Tennis
- Nekupe Fitness Center
SERVICES
Our staff is made up of the most seasoned hospitality professionals in Nicaragua. With a ratio of 5 staff members per guest, we guarantee the most personalized attention on behalf of our Nekupe staff, all of whom have been trained to anticipate, meet and exceed your needs and requests.
- Personnal Rangers
- Kids Services
DINING
The Nekupe dining experience is a curated, modern take on Nicaraguan cuisine designed to intrigue and satisfy even the most sophisticated palate. Most of our ingredients are sourced directly from Nekupe’s diverse on-site farm. Our seasonal and personalized menus are designed to support a healthy lifestyle using fresh, local and organic produce.
Best of all, it’s complimentary!
- Don Alfredo's
- Farm to table
- La Residencia
- Al Fresco
ARCHITECTURE
Nekupe is truly a reflection of the respect and passion that Alfredo and Theresita share for Nicaragua and nature. Its contemporary architecture incorporates local elements like wood and stone, making the spaces respond harmoniously to the natural environment and providing a seamless integration between inside and outside. The breath-taking panoramic views are present everywhere inviting you to interact and connect with nature in a sophisticated and artistic way.
- Design
- Feng Shui
- Local & Sustainable
- Landscaping
ACTIVITIES
All around Nekupe, exhilarating outdoor experiences await. Ranging from safari style adventures on ATV to dancing classes; from farming to a world class clay shooting course; there is something to intrigue every personality. A dedicated Ranger will be there to guide guests through all the possibilities available to them.
- ATV Rides
- Horseback Riding
- Mountain Riding
- Firepit
- Daily Yoga and Meditation
- Birdwatching
- Farming
- Target Courses
- Hiking
- Ropes Course
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Painting
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Rum and Cigar tasting
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Marimba
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Folklore
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Cooking
- Nekupe Spa
- Fitness Paths
- Nekupe Yoga
- Masques & Body Polishes
- Massage