Moyogalpa is the main gateway to Ometepe, easily reached from the mainland of Nicaragua on a 1-hour ferry ride from San Jorge, Rivas. Located on the west side of volcano Concepción, it is the largest village and commercial center on Isla Ometepe, and presents a less indigenous population than the rest of the island.
From the port, Moyogalpa's main drag leads uphill to a small church where it meets the circular road which runs around the whole island. The Concepción looms over Moyogalpa and provides a dramatic and always changing backdrop to the village scenery.

For travelers with a tight time schedule Moyogalpa is a good base for exploring Ometepe while enjoying the comforts of a small town with its choice of hotels, restaurants, shops and services. A host of tour operators and hotels in Moyogalpa arrange volcano hikes, excursions to petroglyphs, beaches and other attractions. You can also rent bicycles or motorcycles to explore Isla Ometepe on your own.
For lodging you find a good choice of hostels and hotels in Moyogalpa, most of them in the in the lower and middle price range.

Moyogalpa is a good starting point for a hike on the volcano Concepción. The trail starts at La Concepción, 4 km north of Moyogalpa. Those who don't want to climb until the summit can hike until the lookout point of El Floral at an altitude of 1,000 meters. This tour takes around 3 hours one way and winds through a jungle where you can spot monkeys and birds.

An easy hike from Moyogalpa is along the shore of the lake to the north of the village. After one kilometer you arrive at the wetlands of El Apante with its lagoon and rich bird life. In dry season you can walk around the lagoon on a nature trail.
Another excursion can be made to Punta Jesus Maria a good beach for swimming and scenic viewpoint located 4 km south of Moyogalpa.

Facing the western side of Ometepe, Moyogalpa is a great place for watching the sunset which can be enjoyed from the small park at the side of the port. You will watch the departure and arrival of the boats, carrying tourists with their backpacks and locals loaded with supplies from Rivas and Managua.

Several civic fiestas are held in Moyogalpa during the year, with parades of school children and horse riders, accompanied by music and folklore. The most important celebration in Moyogalpa is the patron's saint festival which takes place from July 23 - 26 and features the folkloric dance Baile de las Inditas.