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Pack Smart and Enjoy Every Island Experience

We recommend packing lightweight clothing, swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable walking shoes, a reusable water bottle, and any personal medications you may need during your stay. A waterproof bag, snorkeling gear (if preferred), and a camera are also great additions for exploring Little Corn Island’s natural beauty.

Once you arrive, you’ll discover endless opportunities to enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, sport fishing, beach walks, local cuisine, and breathtaking Caribbean sunsets. At Little Corn Beach & Bungalow, we’re committed to helping you experience the best of Little Corn Island while making your vacation relaxing, memorable, and worry-free.

Recommended things to bring . . . 

  • Bring a lock for your lock box.LCIBB provides a lock but for maximum security bring you own lock. (LCIBB is not responsible for any damage to or loss of your belongings.)
  • Small first aid kit (health care options are often inconvenient for minor issues and far between in Nicaragua). Suggestions to include in your kit:
    • Antiseptic
    • Triple Antibiotic
    • Band-Aids
    • Athletic tape
    • Pain/fever reliever
    • Nausea, diarrhea, and sinus congestion medications.
    • Antiseptic wipes
    • Gauze
  • Bug spray
  • Information for contacting your travel insurance carrier.
  • Enable cell phone for Nica cell service.
  • Flashlight or headlamp (you are coming to a third world country, there are not streetlights everywhere).
  • Waterproof Pancho (recommended)
  • Large trash bags and smaller zip locks to protect your luggage, phone and computer from salt spray and rain during your boat crossing.
  • Bring US$ (clean and not torn are all that is accepted in Nicaragua), Cordobas and a Credit Card (12% convenience fee applies to card use here at LCIBB, around the island, the few businesses that do accept cards charge up to 10%).We recommend you bring cash for incidentals and check in to avoid these high fees.
  • Clean, not torn US$ are legal tender in Nicaragua.
  • Battery operated alarm clock (no wake-up service at LCIBB).
  • Light sweater
  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
  • Plug receptacles are North American style
  • Book
  • Daypack
  • Personal snorkel gear if a guided trip is not on your agenda

Recommended actions to take . . .

  • Make your La Costena flight reservations as early as possible (limited seats and flights available). If you are unable to make reservation on line, call their reservations desk.
  • Charge devices here while village power is on 1pm to 6am.
  • Cover your devices with waterproof covering for transit to and from LCI.
  • Take special note of La Costena’s luggage weight restrictions and extra charges.
  • Notify LCIBB at least 48 hours in advance which boat, 4:30pm commercial or the airport pickup charter (highly recommended) you will arrive upon
  • Assistance from the dock to LCIBB provided with the regular 4:30pm panga.
  • Make your dive reservations with Dolphin Dive prior to arrival to insure availability 011 505 8917 9717. Let them know you are staying with us.
  • Carefully review cancellation/refund policies of Little Corn Island Beach and Bungalow at littlecornbb.com.
  • Carefully review our FAQ’s page on the site to minimize surprises and maximize enjoyment while you are here.
  • Purchase quality trip insurance (There are NO refunds under any conditions/circumstances at LCIBB).
  • Pack your flashlight/headlamp in an easily accessible spot if you are arriving in the evening to LCI.You may need it to see what can be muddy trails at night.
  • Wear your Waterproof Pancho on the open boat to LCI (there will be salt spray and possible rain).
  • Bring US$ and/or Nicaraguan Cordobas with you to the island.There are NO ATM’s, banks, western unions or mail services on Little Corn Island and credit card fees are high. At LCIBB, 12%, others that do accept cards up to 10%.  US$ must not be torn, unmarked and in good condition to be accepted in Nicaragua.
  • No mail services makes returning lost items impossible. Double check that you have left nothing behind before you check out.
  • Refill complimentary purified water when restaurant is open.
  • Read “Tropical Island Disclaimer” on our web site prior to arrival and you will love LCI even more
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Cocal Beach, Little Corn Island 82100. Nicaragua
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+505 8923-2517
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