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Clear waters of the Caribbean sea
from $11,050
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Panama and Costa Rica by Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Puntarenas to Colon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Darien National Park
  • Embera village visit
  • See Miraflores Locks view
  • Experience Guna community encounter
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Puntarenas / Colon
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Puntarenas to Colon aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Quepos, Darien National Park, Flamenco Island, the San Blas Islands, and complete the full Panama Canal crossing with cultural encounters and wildlife viewing.
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Panama Canal
from $5,772
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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Observe animals in their habitat
  • Kayak through magical mangroves
  • Transit the historical Panama Canal
  • Explore Gulf of Panama beaches
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Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.
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Beautiful beach of Corcovado National Park
from $4,200
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Pura Vida Express

Golfito to Drake Bay - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra
  • Visit a private beach in Los Mogos
  • See coral reefs in Puerto Jimenez
  • Enjoy water activities
  • Spot wide variety of wildlife
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Golfito / Drake Bay
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the stunning Pacific coast of Costa Rica with a 5-day luxury cruise onboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra. Sail through Golfito, Los Mogos, Puerto Jiménez, Punta Adela, and Corcovado National Park. Experience the breathtaking scenery, abundant marine life, and pristine beaches.
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Panama Canal
from $14,495
EBD
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Costa Rica and The Panama Canal

San Jose - Panama - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross Panama Canal
  • Explore biodiverse rainforests
  • Visit Coiba National Park
  • Enjoy Manuel Antonio National Park
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San Jose / Panama City
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle to explore Central America's rich ecosystems, from Costa Rica's diverse wildlife to Panama's vibrant coral reefs. Experience a memorable daylight transit through the historic Panama Canal, witnessing this engineering marvel firsthand.
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Crossing a stream on Osa Peninsula
from $7,200
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Costa Rica's Pure Life Adventure Cruise

Liberia Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager
  • Hike MurciĂ©lago Bay trails
  • Snorkel Isla Tortuga reefs
  • Paddle CurĂş mangrove waterways
  • Spot monkeys in Osa
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Liberia / Liberia
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail Costa Rica’s wild Pacific coast on this 8-day roundtrip cruise from Liberia aboard Safari Voyager. Hike remote trails in Murciélago Bay, explore the wildlife-rich Curú Wildlife Refuge, and paddle through the tropical fjord of Golfo Dulce. Enjoy expert-led kayaking, snorkeling, and scenic hikes.
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Gray Whale tail splashing
from $8,540
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In Search of the Great Whales – with Smithsonian Journeys

Cabo San Lucas Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Relax on Cabo San Lucas beaches
  • Guerrero Negro whale watching
  • Snorkel Cabo Pulmo coral reefs
  • Visit Los Islotes sea lions
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Cabo San Lucas / Cabo San Lucas
Activities
Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Sail along Baja California on an 11-day cruise aboard Le Bellot. Start and end in Cabo San Lucas, explore UNESCO marine parks, snorkel at coral reefs, encounter sea lions, grey whales, dolphins, and admire volcanic islands, deserts, and colonial towns for an unforgettable wildlife and cultural journey.
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Look for unique birds and other wildlife in the rain forest!
from $12,965
EBD 30%
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Natural Wonders, Engineering Marvels

Puntarenas - Colon - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit
  • Explore Nicoya Peninsula beaches
  • Visit Pearl Islands Discover Pea
  • Discover Marina Flamingo
  • Relax at Playa Panama
  • Sail through the Panama Canal
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Puntarenas / Colon
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the essence of “Pura Vida” on a 13-day Panama cruise from Puntarenas to Colon. Visit Punta Leona, Marina Flamingo, Playa Panama, Quepos, Puerto Jimenez, the Pearl Islands, and the San Blas Archipelago, exploring rainforests, beaches, & marinas while encountering diverse wildlife and witnessing the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal.
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Cabo Pulmo
from $9,630
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Channel Islands National Park to Baja California

California to Mexico - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Kayak Channel Islands National Park
  • Visit Valle de Guadalupe vineyards
  • Snorkel at Cabo Pulmo reefs
  • Spot migratory shorebirds
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Los Angeles / Loreto
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day voyage aboard the National Geographic Venture. Visit the Channel Islands, Ensenada, Isla San Martin, Baja's Magdalena Bay, and the Gulf of California islands. Discover unique wildlife, marine reserves, and UNESCO sites.
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $6,450
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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

Panama to Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Transit the Panama Canal
  • Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
  • Look for unique tropical wildlife
  • See colonial architecture
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Panama City / Cartagena
Activity Level
Variable
Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.
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Explore beautiful Costa Rica
from $2,010
Air Credit
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Costa Rica & Panama

Puerto Caldera Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Quepos's authentic charm
  • Experience Golfito's allure
  • Swim Bahia Potrero's calm waters
  • Marvel at Arenal's majestic volcano
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Puerto Caldera / Puerto Caldera
Activities
Ziplining
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper through Costa Rica and Panama, exploring lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life. Highlights include Manuel Antonio, Coiba Island, and Isla Tortuga’s turquoise waters.
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Balboa
from $3,150
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Panama to Aruba

12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Transit the Panama Canal locks
  • Walk colonial Balboa streets
  • Explore forts in Portobelo
  • Visit San Blas and Guna villages
  • See Cartagena and Santa Marta
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Balboa / Oranjestad
Activities
Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail the Panama Canal on a 10-day Star Clippers cruise through Central America. Begin in Balboa, then transit the Panama Canal and see the locks in action. Explore Spanish forts in Portobelo, meet the Guna people in the San Blas Islands, and discover Colombia’s coastal cities of Cartagena and Santa Marta. Enjoy scenic days under sail.
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Paradise Tropical Island - Bocas del Toro archipelago - Island Colon
from $24,990
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Pristine Islands of the Bahamas & the Panama Canal

Nassau - Panama City - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Explore Nassau’s colonial streets
  • Visit Staniel Cay’s beaches
  • Discover San Salvador’s coral reefs
  • Meet Cabo de La Vela’s Wayuu people
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Nassau / Panama City
Activity Level
Variable
Join an 11-day cruise from Nassau to Panama City on the Scenic Eclipse, exploring the Bahamas' clear waters and vibrant island cultures. Experience highlights like Pig Beach and the Panama Canal, blending leisure with cultural discovery.
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