Our Overland Adventure with Ulisse

Our Overland Adventure with Ulisse Antonio, Valentina, traveling full-time with Ulisse, our 1997 Ford F350 ambulance conversion.

Day #585/1056 - Granada
05/02/2026

Day #585/1056 - Granada

Day #585/1056 - Granada"Dale limosna, mujer,que no hay en la vida nadacomo la pena de serciego en Granada".Francisco A....
05/02/2026

Day #585/1056 - Granada

"Dale limosna, mujer,
que no hay en la vida nada
como la pena de ser
ciego en Granada".

Francisco A. de Icaza (1863-1925)

"Give him alms, woman, for there is no greater sorrow in life than to be blind in Granada"

Day #585 hiking in the jugle around laguna de Apoyo
04/20/2026

Day #585 hiking in the jugle around laguna de Apoyo

04/20/2026

Days #584-585 Laguna Apoyo, Nicaragua

A small curiosity from the shore: pumice stones drifting on the surface, light enough to float — a quiet reminder of the volcanic story beneath this place.

Day #584-585 Laguna di ApoyoTwo days by the quiet shores of Laguna de Apoyo — no rush, no noise, just water, sky, and s...
04/20/2026

Day #584-585 Laguna di Apoyo

Two days by the quiet shores of Laguna de Apoyo — no rush, no noise, just water, sky, and simple moments.
Morning swims in the calm crater lake, afternoons drifting between hammocks and conversations, and evenings sharing what we had — including a little extra for some gentle, skinny stray dogs who wandered by.

Not everything needs to be planned or polished to feel meaningful. Sometimes it’s just about being present, giving a little, and letting a place slowly work its way into you.

04/20/2026

Days #574-596 On the road in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua

Days #574-596 On the road in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua
04/20/2026

Days #574-596 On the road in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua

Day #579/1048 Canyoning in the breathtaking Cañón de Somoto, Nicaragua 🇳🇮The adventure began with a river crossing by s...
04/18/2026

Day #579/1048
Canyoning in the breathtaking Cañón de Somoto, Nicaragua 🇳🇮

The adventure began with a river crossing by swimming, followed by an easy downhill trek through the jungle that led us to our boat. With the help of a guide and a skilled boatman, we navigated the river, carefully choosing the best lines against the current.

At first, the river felt powerful yet peaceful. But as the canyon narrowed, the current picked up speed and intensity. Eventually, we reached a point where the boat could go no further—so we jumped into the water. Antonio, an experienced swimmer and racer, powered ahead with the guide against the fierce current. I wasn’t quite as fit, so they handed me a truck inner tube for support. With effort (and teamwork), we made it to the top of the gorge.

Normally, this spot is perfect for cliff jumping, but due to the strong current, it wasn’t allowed that day. Still, it was an incredible experience!

The way back was much easier—just floating along the current until we reached our starting point.

04/15/2026

Day #576/1046 One day in 🇳🇮 Nicaragua’s rainy season.

It starts with a line on a map — just a track on GAIA GPS — and a bit of curiosity. By midday, that line turns into a muddy jungle trail, tires slipping, green closing in from every side.

Then comes the river. No bridge, no rush — just water, wheels, and a decision to keep going.

On the other side: a wild beach, untouched and quiet. The kind of place where time stretches out. Sunset paints everything gold, the fire crackles, and dinner tastes better cooked in a cast iron pan under an open sky.

As night falls, clouds gather. The horizon flickers. Lightning rolls in, distant at first, then closer — nature reminding you who’s in charge.

Just one day. Feels like a whole journey.

04/13/2026

Fay #575/ 1044
🐴🐴🐴🐴 horses freely roaming on the beach

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