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Welcome Home ................................................................................................................................................. 3 MUKUL, BEACH GOLF AND SPA
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Accommodations ............................................................................................................................................... 7 Spa Mukul ............................................................................................................................................................... 9 Pool and Gym ....................................................................................................................................................14 Beachfront Golf .................................................................................................................................................15 A Taste of Nikul .................................................................................................................................................17 In House Activities .......................................................................................................................................... 21 Kul Kids .................................................................................................................................................................. 23 Meetings, Social Events and Weddings ...................................................................................................... 25 Off Property Tours ............................................................................................................................................... 27 Giving Back ............................................................................................................................................................... 31 GUACALITO DE LA ISLA
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Ownership Opportunities ......................................................................................................................... 35 Rental program ................................................................................................................................................. 37
Letter from the President Dear friends: I want to welcome you to Mukul Beach, Golf and Spa. Mukul is our ancestor´s word for “secret”. It is the name given to Nicaragua´s first world-class resort and flagship project of Guacalito de la Isla. The recreation of this magical beach community was motivated by my desire to trigger a transformation of Nicaragua into the kind of tourist destination that will make our children´s children proud. Through this authentic and responsible tourism development, we are taking the first step in transforming a country that has given so much to our family for more than 135 years. As guest of Mukul Beach, Golf and Spa, you will discover Nicaragua´s Emerald Coast in a truly unforgettable way. Our goal is to make you fall in love with our land and people so you can become our goodwill ambassadors and help create the spark that ignites further development and investment in our country, so that people can lift themselves out of poverty through job and economic opportunities. Welcome and may I wish you a fascinating stay. Carlos Pellas Ch.
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Limitless Leisure
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Welcome Home
The options are many. The choice is yours. And you’ll discover things here on Nicaragua’s stunning Emerald Coast that you simply can’t find anywhere else---like biking through the forest, golfing along the fringes of the jungle and seashore, luxuriating in the Mukul Spa. Sit back and enjoy the content within these pages. Learn about the beauty of the world in and around a whole new universe called Mukul and Guacalito de la Isla. Begin by allowing your mind to paint a picture of your perfect escape getaway, a place tailormade to ignite your fancies and bring them to life.
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Mukul Beach, Golf and Spa Be more than a Guest
For as long as you’re able to stay, consider Mukul home. Consider Playa Manzanillo’s immaculate white sands your personal playground. Consider the entire Emerald Coast of Nicaragua your kingdom and certainly consider your accommodations your own private estate. Each of the 37 guest accommodations offers space and privacy in a style that fully embodies and compliments the natural surroundings. Views of the ocean come standard. Craft furnishings and decorations come straight from Nicaraguan artisans – carved native teak tables, sugarcane twig headboards and rum barrel staves. In Bohios, Beach Villas or in the crown jewel, Casona Don Carlos and Suite Doña Vivian, make yourself at home.
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Accommodations
Casona Don Carlos and Suite Doña Vivian is the Pellas family’s private beach residence and the crown jewel of Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast. Located adjacent to the Beach Villas, the oceanfront compound features a 20,000 square-foot indooroutdoor living area with soaring 80-foot-high palapa ceilings, six bedroom suites, a wrap-around stone terrace and two large private swimming pools. Beach Villas at Mukul. Seemingly as a gesture of appreciation, the 12 Beach Villas at Mukul were built to pay tribute to the tropical, rolling surf of Playa Manzanillo. Above the entry vestibule hangs a chandelier made from custom-designed mussel shells. Bathrooms include separate his and hers vanity rooms, one facing a palatial garden, the other facing the ocean, both with a Liquid Temple filled monsoon showers and soaking tubs. Bohios at Mukul. Everything about Mukul’s Bohios feel like something pulled from a story-book. Perfectly placed 300 feet above Playa Manzanillo, nestled like tree houses in the lush rainforest canopy, these 621 square-foot houses offer solace, privacy and luxury while remaining uniquely Nicaraguan.
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Spa Mukul embraces six special worlds offering experiences housed in six individual, private spa sanctuaries, each harnessing a different ancient healing tradition, often using local Nicaraguan ingredients. This isn’t a spa where you check in at the front desk. You will enter, enjoy your experience and depart, all without seeing another guest. Every spa sanctuary is home to unique themes and specialized experiences. Each spa has its own 3 hr, 1/2 day of full day signature rituals or experiences. We invite you to discover one of the most serene experiences of your life, only at the Spa Mukul.
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THE CRYSTAL TEMPLE Your session begins as soon as you walk into the dramatic domed Crystal Temple. Rays of light reflect off flowing natural quartz crystals and stone, creating a magical dance of prisms and color. Soothing vibrations flow from the skillful ritualistic playing of crystal singing bowls. SPA EXPERIENCES The Light and Crystalline Energy Spa, Craniosacral Therapy, Holistic Raindrop Ritual, Hot & Cold Stone Massage Ritual.
HEALING HUT With the Healing Hut, we have built a bridge that joins two worlds – East and West. It unites ancient wisdom with modern luxury. It spans physical indulgence and mental relaxation. It leads to wellness of body, mind and spirit in exquisite harmony. SPA EXPERIENCES Ayurveda Absolute Bliss Journey, Traditional Thai Well-Being Signature Journey, The Royal Lular Signature Ritual, Balinese Ancient Remedy.
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THE RAINFOREST The Rainforest sanctuary is landscaped with lush tropical plants, offering exotic jungle and mountain views – the perfect setting for enjoying beauty and wellness treatments that utilize the healing properties of the water and plants from the sea SPA EXPERIENCES Thalassotherapy Signature Agua Circuit, Aroma-Hydrotherapy Signature Circuit
THE SECRET GARDEN In The Secret Garden Signature Ritual, a unique massage therapy called Watsu, is performed in a warm heated pool. It encourages complete relaxation through a combination of water and shiatsu massage. SPA EXPERIENCES The Watsu Pool Spa
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ANCIENT SANCTUARY The wellness and healing practices of ancient mesoamericans have inspired the treatments in the Ancient Sanctuary. Nicaraguans have long carried ancestral traditions from the Aztecs and Mayans. These traditions include the ecologically sound use of native plants and herbal potions in healing, in addition to having a deep connection and respect for the earth and ocean. SPA EXPERIENCES The Indigenous Signature Experience, Mukul Detox Ritual, Aloe and Lavender Wrap, Herbal Bath
HAMMAM SPA Inspired by traditional Turkish and Moorish architecture, this spa sanctuary features arched portals, high vaulted ceilings, a private grotto and accents of hand-painted ceramic tile and marble. Treatments follow a five-step detox and cleansing regiment including heat, massage, exfoliation, soaping, steam and relaxation. SPA EXPERIENCES The Traditional Moroccan Signature Hammam Ritual
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Pool & Gym Mukul Gym for a workout in paradise. If exercise is on your mind, visit our stateof-the-art exercise facility equipped with free weights, stair master, treadmill, elliptical and everything else you need to keep your fitness level up. Want to take your exercise outdoors? We have comfortable bicycles for you to cycle through the resort and discover the area and our bountiful wildlife. Pool side lounging & Service. Bask in tropical surroundings or dip into the soothing pool and enjoy five star pool-side service while getting the tan of your dreams. Our pool area is woven around the main Palapa of Mukul and provides a breathtaking view of Manzanillo bay.
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Beachfront Golf
The Guacalito Golf Course seamlessly follows along Mother Nature’s terrain contours, while at the same time preserving the delicate and manicured dry forests of the region. The 18 hole, par 72 golf course was designed by world-famous Scottish golf architect David McClay Kidd to preserve the beautiful landscape of lush tropical forests and ocean bluffs, offering an enjoyable experience to golfers of all levels, while exploring this beautiful and unique setting.
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A taste of
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Beach & Flow, this romantic set up offers a canopy setting with comfy cushions for a relaxing dinner, feet in the sand, gently breaking waves just beyond. Available for two or more guests at Manzanillo Beach.. The Palapa, Bar & Lounge next to Mukul Beach Club, is the perfect spot for hanging out with family and friends. We invite you to join us for rum tasting, held every day at the rum room and to learn more about this award winning world renowned Flor de Ca単a Rum. Enjoy board games, premium drinks, lounge music and more in this serene, beach-side setting. Beach BBQ Grill, a combination of seafood, meat & vegetables cooked to perfection: enjoy a perfect setting under the stars. Beach Picnic, everyone loves a picnic on the beach, and we love catering to your tastes and good times. Let us take care of the details by delivering a beautiful picnic, with full service.
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La Terraza offers spectacular views overlooking Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast and Manzanillo beach. Throughout the day innovative dishes are made with local Nicaraguan ingredients, including organic Nicaraguan grass-fed beef, produce grown by nearby farmers and fish caught by fishermen in the neighboring villages of Gigante and San Juan del Sur. La MESA offers a more formal and elegant ambiance with their unique tiles from Granada giving to the place a cozy familiar feeling, sharing photos of mementoes of the Pellas family. La Mesa is open for dinner only, sharing a gourmet menu. We invite our guests to experience our daily chef tasting with wine pairing. El Rincon del Ron showcases the finest of our House Rum. In this room we share with you the Pellas family story and its role in the world of Rum. Flor de Cana is a Nicaraguan legacy. Visit our Cigar Room to see a selection of the most famous cigars produced in Nicaragua. Learn about Nicaragua’s best cigars, all featured and recognized as top in the world by Cigar Aficionado.
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In House Activities Surfing and Paddle Boarding Nicaragua’s surf is world-renowned. More and more surf enthusiasts from all corners of the globe are flocking to it’s Pacific coast in search of the perfect wave. Visiting or living at Guacalito de la Isla puts you in a privileged position right at the center of Nicaragua’s surf circuit, with the added bonus of access to a highly coveted surf break right on the premises. Surfing Manzanillo Beach is one of the most thrilling highlights of Guacalito de la Isla. Manzanillo offers two fantastic breaks to choose from: a left break that can generate sizeable waves on big days and a beach break ideal for rookie surfers. The surf is phenomenal almost year-round as constant offshore winds blowing in from Lake Nicaragua create perfect conditions. Kids will love frolicking in the surf here and can also try out body boarding under the watchful gaze of our lifeguards to ensure their safety. Turtle Release Experience the marvel of nature preservation through our on site baby turtle release. Our Sea Turtle Conservation Program is trying to re-populate the regions turtles, such as the endangered Olive Ridley Sea Turtles and Leatherback sea turtles that nest on our beaches.
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Mukul Yoga Inner peace and relaxation as the waves roll softly on the bay Nature Trails and Hikes Looking for something a little more challenging? Join our rangers along our nature hikes; we will take you to the areas highest points where the reward is 360° panoramas with views spanning as far as neighboring Costa Rica. • La Finca trail (2 miles) • La Anciana trail (2.2 miles) Nature Watching With a fantastic array of avian life, Guacalito de la Isla is a bird watchers dream. Join us for an early morning walk and see how many species call this area home, from the majestic national bird, the Motmot to the beautiful White Breasted Magpie-J. Kayak Fish, exercise and explore the coastal region from your own personal adventure craft. Snorkel and Diving A placid environment of calm waters and mild currents sought-after by those desiring intimate interaction with the exuberant underwater world of the tropics. Diving and snorkeling adventures are naturally superb.
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Kul Kids Kul Kids is seriously cool. Our complimentary Kul Kids program offers adventure and fun during our younger guests’ days at Mukul. Housed in first-class facilities, the program includes an openroof palapa playroom and smaller pool, all supervised by a well-trained and fun-loving staff member.
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Meetings & Social Events El Salón Meeting Room and Patio Adjoined by over 1,000 square feet of patio space surrounded by royal palm trees, El Salon’s spacious meeting room is equipped with all that you need.
is furnished with sumptuous, hand-crafted sofas and chairs. A spectacular chandelier made of countless baskets, some wider than the height of two grown men, hangs 50 feet overhead.
Playa Manzanillo Beach, just a few steps from Mukul resort lies 1.2 km of coastline with sheltered waters providing an idyllic backdrop to say “I do.”
La Terraza is outdoor, casual and chic. This elegant restaurant resides on an oversized terrace under a pergola adjacent to the swimming pool which looks out across Playa Manzanillo and into the Pacific horizon.
Guacalito beach offers a dream-like view of the Anciana island. This secluded beach is surrounded by majestic cliffs which nestle it’s emerald shore to create a truly inspirational environment. Tres Ceibas Beach Club & Restaurant. Lush tropical forest with giant Ceiba trees and ocean bluffs welcome you to this unique setting where we hope you’ll embrace a mutual inspiration for preserving the natural landscape. Palapa Lounge and Bar This split-level bar and lounge 25
La Mesa with a sophisticated Colonial Nicaraguan atmosphere, La Mesa’s cozy décor includes mementos and photographs recounting the 135-year history of the Pellas family in Nicaragua. Casona Don Carlos, embodying the essence of Mukul’s CDC private beach house, this 20,000-square-foot oceanfront compound features an expansive indoor-outdoor living area perfect for a private reception under a soaring 80-foot palapa ceiling.
Weddings Mukul, with its stunning 1.5 coastal miles, two white sand beaches and lush forest, offers the perfect setting to celebrate your magical wedding and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Enjoy an intimate beach wedding at Mukul Beach, Golf & Spa with our ideal custom wedding packages. With the help of our specialized wedding planner, creating the wedding of your dreams is easy. At Mukul, your intimate celebration could be whatever you envision it to be. Whether it’s a champagne brunch, a tranquil sunset dinner, or a 100 pax wedding for a long weekend celebration with friends and family. Explore Mukul’s dramatic natural setting on Nicaragua’s stunning Emerald Coast. With great weather all year round, you can choose from any of our many exciting activities. Delight yourself with an extraordinary culinary experience, savor Latin cuisine with a fusion of the best Nicaraguan traditional dishes. Here is where the magic begins… and lifetime of memories start, say… ‘’I do’’ at Mukul!
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tours off property
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Explore Nicaragua beyond boundaries. Discover the pristine jungles, admire the rising cliffs, visit the charming fishing villages and enjoy Mukul’s Emerald Coast, a blossoming area quickly becoming known around the world as “The Destination of the Future”.
Another trip for only Mukul guests involves a helicopter ride over Nicaragua’s coastline to Ingenio San Antonio and to the Pellas family’s legendary Sugar Mill and Sugar Cane Plantation for a private tour of the Destilería, where the world famous Flor de Caña rum is produced.
During your stay, take a short flight to Cerro Negro Volcano, where you can speed down the summit on an “ash board.”
Take an expedition to the stunning Las Isletas near Granada. A marvel of nature this cluster of islands was created after an ancient volcanic eruption. Explore this uniquely beautiful lake setting by boat and enjoy a privately catered lunch at Doña´s Nena´s island while admiring the beautiful views of lake Nicaragua and Granada.
An excursion to the Spanish colonial city of Granada might include a private tour of the Pellas family’s historic home, restricted solely to Mukul guests, and a visit to the studio of a ceramicist who uses clay from the Masaya Volcano to create beautiful art.
A journey to the nearby fishing village of San Juan del Sur, will allow you to
experience the hustling nightlife of the hottest beach town in Central America. On the way to Granada, you can experience Volcan Mombacho, a 1344 meter sleeping green giant volcano. Its slopes are home to coffee and cacao plantations, with upper elevations set aside as a nature reserve showcasing rare tropical cloud and dwarf forest ecosystems. Tour the whimsical twin peaks that join to form Isla de Ometepe which is the jewel of eco-tourism in Nicaragua. Ometepe is located in the center of Lake Nicaragua and at 276 square kilometers, is the world’s largest volcanic island located within a lake.
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Sport Fishing
If fishing is your passion, the waters of Guacalito de la Isla are an angler’s paradise. The Pacific Ocean off Nicaragua’s southern coast teems with all sorts of fun fish. Guacalito de la Isla puts you right in the center of a world-class fishing environment on the Emerald Coast. Set sail on a fishing expedition aboard the yacht offered by our tour operator, cast your line, and you’ll be rewarded with catches that may contain grouper,
snapper, and the much coveted rooster fish. The kids will be thrilled with the excitement of giving the fight to these 20 to 30-pounders, but may need your help in reeling them in. Sailfish prowl the deep waters a mere 15 miles from the coast, a genuine sporting challenge for those after big game. Within view of Guacalito Beach, Anciana Island is a fine place for bottom fishing and putting a Rappalla lure to good use. In these calm waters you may encounter king mackerel and tuna. Take
a fishing excursion just further north along Nicaragua´s Emerald Coast for the opportunity to hook large Wahoo ranging in size up to 50 lbs. * SPIRIT OF MUKUL, 31’ Pursuit. Max cap: 8 pax. * BIG SUGAR, 57’ Viking yacht. Max cap: 12 pax. * PASTORA, 26’ Mercury twin outboard motors, hardtop canopy. Max cap: 6 pax.
*All tours available for inshore & offshore fishing. All fishing tours operated by -Tour Operadora Deportes de Pesca S.A.
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Giving Back
Here at Mukul and Guacalito de la Isla we feel strongly our biggest successes are the gifts of time and sustainability that we give back to our surrounding community and natural landscapes. We strive to protect the Emerald Coast in every possible way, through education, health, environment, jobs and culture initiatives. We are ready to offer memorable experiences interacting with the communities surrounding the different projects we develop. We are creating a social model for responsible tourism, by supporting social entrepreneurs to transform local knowledge and creative ideas into tourism experiences and services. All our guest are welcome to participate in our socially responsible programs and give back to the communities, making a real change in the lives of many families.
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Guacalito de la Isla Residential Opportunities
Dedicated to preserving and protecting Nicaragua’s bountiful natural riches for future generations, Guacalito offers spacious Ocean View Home Sites, Villas and condominium residences, all wrapped in the warmth of a Family Estate. With 1,670 acres of untouched wilderness and a four-mile sweep of private Pacific beach frontage, Guacalito de la Isla offers the security of a private, 5-star oceanfront lifestyle that is unrivaled by any other land.
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Ownership Opportunities La Reserva Home Sites Perched high above the ocean at Guacalito de la Isla is La Reserva neighborhood, a private residential enclave offering the most breathtaking ocean views in the country. Antal Villas The Antal neighborhood is comprised of seventeen luxurious residences overlooking the fifth hole of the David McLay Kidd designed Guacalito Golf Course at Guacalito de la Isla. Each Antal Legacy Villa offers a spectacular view over the lush fairways of the Guacalito Golf Course to the waves breaking on Playa Manzanillo and the Pacific Ocean stretching out to the horizon. Las Terrazas Residences Notched into the lush hills overlooking Manzanillo Bay, our 2,240-2,790 square foot Las Terrazas Residences offer Guacalito de la Isla residents a luxury condominium option with a laid-back beachfront vibe Signature Lots Be among the few owners to be privileged from having their own Beachfront Villa and 90,000 sq ft space. Design your dream villa and enjoy it with your family. Invest in the finest beachfront gated residential community in Nicaragua, where the world’s most sophisticated travelers surrender to unparalleled beauty and privacy. La Nubes For those savvy investors that are agile enough, this is an amazing opportunity to buy into an exclusive neighborhood within our very high-end development early on before plot prices increase. These plots are perched on our hill tops with spectacular and unobstructed panoramic views of our one of a kind Manzanillo Beach.
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Rental Program
You are not just a guest when renting at Guacalito de la Isla, you are family and able to partake of the authentic culture and our stunning virgin environment. We offer a variety of rental properties, each with their own unique experiences, ensuring every level of your travel and stay with us will be met with an unrivaled experience. Learn about the custom features each of our rental properties offer you, and remember, all of our rental properties are managed by Mukul’s award winning service! Select the perfect villa for your stay from among our stunning private villas collection. The Ocean View Verdemar Villas, a 4 and 5 bedroom villas overlooking the pacific ocean, each one with their own pool and amenities. Coming soon, our Las Terrazas Residences are exquisitely appointed. These 3 bedroom and 3 full bath condominiums are privileged with ocean views and are minutes away from the beach. Or if you are looking for the gem of Guacalito de la Isla, explore the Ultimate Golfer Villa by David McLay Kidd. This gorgeous villa is located back of hole #3 on Guacalito Golf Course, with stunning views over the Pacific Ocean.The villa offers four individually well appointed bedrooms, a large pavilion including dining and living lounge areas, infinitum large pool and a private putting green; all nestled in a breathtaking oceanview setting overlooking the sparkling Emerald Coast. Friends and family can unite under the villas thatched roof sport bar for fun and memorable moments. 37
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ON MUKUL BEACH, GOLF & SPA email concierge@mukulresort.com or dial +505 2563 7100.
FOR RESIDENTIAL OPPORTUNITIES email, info@guacalitodelaisla.com or dial +505 2563 7151
FOR GUACALITO RENTAL PROGRAM INFORMATION email, concierge@guacalitorentalclub.com or dial +505 2563 7229.