With its vast natural, cultural, and productive resources, Chontales is an important destination for the development of rural and community tourism in Nicaragua. Its vast landscape of cattle ranches, nature reserves, waterfalls, and communities make it an ideal destination for those seeking authentic and sustainable experiences.

Rural and community tourism in Chontales strengthens cultural identity, promotes the conservation of the natural environment, and stimulates the local economy, generating opportunities for rural families and diversifying the department's tourism offerings. Through tours designed on farms, communities, and reserve areas, visitors can participate in activities such as agrotourism, hiking, waterfall bathing, horseback riding, artisanal production of local products, and direct interaction with the customs and knowledge of the local people.