Ducati's Resting Place | Tourist Attraction

April 27th, 2024 by Ropy

Can still visit. The guards of the school let you in if you ask to visit the site. They are respectful and humble.

April 8th, 2024 by MunduroDeTontos

Update: it's open.
Tragically the tree has fallen down.
unfortunately, I was a little confused about the location given the original grave has been destroyed under the weight of the tree. There was no remains of the grave left and it has been presumably washed away.
I believe there was another pile started just north of the dock, at least, I assumed based on a photo here.
I have since verified the location after our visit with a dear friend Cisco who was present for the tragic death and burial.

I have spoken to a few security guards and explained to them the importance and significance of the grave.
I also built up the pile of rocks and decorated it substantial with a few plants and a wooden grave stone. However, subsequently found out it is in the wrong location. the security know think there is a dog buried in the wrong spot.

Just to clarify:
- Original grave destroyed by fallen tree and washed away.
- New monument reinforced, just north of dock and informed security.

I would no be offended if the next visitor reinstated the original grave around the fall tree and moved some of my decorations.

it was a pleasure to pay my respects to an adopted overlanding dog. especially after we left ours behind in Mexico

January 11th, 2024 by Jimmytravelsaround

The owner of hacienda Merida changed 10 months ago. it's now escuela hotel volcon maderas. unfortunately they didn't let us go to the Ducati due to ongoing construction work and the director was not there to allow us to look for good old Ducati. so don't know if it still exists?

May 5th, 2022 by dave

Went and said hello, I never new but rest easy Ducati.
Found the big rocks under the big tree. Possibly a new rock pile started just North of the wharf.

November 9th, 2021 by tanguy.adriaenssen

We heard the story from Mike and Shannon when we met them in 2017 and we couldn’t miss the opportunity to visit Ducati since we were passing through Nicaragua. Being the end of the rainy season Ducati’s resting place is well under water however we found him and added a few rocks…

March 31st, 2018 by CRVingThroughCentralAmerica

We visited Ducati and added a rock on top of several! I think he gets many visitors :). Such a beautiful resting place for your pup.

March 24th, 2018 by It's not a slow car, it's a fast house

We stopped by with our old dog Zeb and new dog Nica. Losing our furry friends on a trip is hard. We spent a moment remembering our two recent losses. So sorry that Ducati could not continue the journey with you.

March 4th, 2018 by oldeloohuis

We visited Ducati’s resting place, and found its peacefully under the water. Added some rocks, flowers and a seashell.

January 17th, 2017 by stephen.o.sloan

We went for the coconut ice cream and it was quite the treat. We added a few rocks to Ducati's resting place and just wanted to let you know that he is still enjoying the nightly sunsets from his lakeside resting spot. We are sorry for your loss. We hope you are doing well, couldn't imagine a better spot for a memorial. Dogbless.

March 20th, 2015 by smboilerworks.com

We realize this is very unconventional for iOverlander but it is important nonetheless. Our Chihuahua Ducati from S&M Boiler Works was in the beginning of a round the world motorcycle trip when a tragic accident happened on Ometepe Island that took his life. He is buried here. The camping and food here are wonderful (hacienda Merida) and it is a great place to stay. If you are here stop over and say hi to Ducati under the tree to the south of the dock on the beach and a rock to the pile. He was a lover of travel and adventure.