Top Central America & Mexico Tours & Cruises in 2027

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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

Snorkeling, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing

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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from $658

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Manuel Antonio

4 Day Itinerary

Activities

Fishing, Ziplining, Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

This highly customizable 4-day tour takes you into the tropical jungle/ Pacific coastal region of Manuel Antonio, where you can enjoy deep sea fishing, canopy ziplining, mangrove kayaking, horseback riding, sailing tours, ATV tours, snorkeling tours or relax at the beach. You can also explore Manuel Antonio National Park each day.

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Baja California Holiday Voyage: A Living Sea and Desert Isles

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture

• Explore the islands and caves
• Search for marine animals
• Snorkel among fish and sea lions
• Visit the town of Santa Rosalia
• Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites
• Visit Isla Rasa

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Loreto / Loreto

Activities

Hiking, Whale Watching, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Sea of Cortez among the best places in the world to see a great variety of whales, plus dolphins in abundance. With a flexible itinerary, rely on our expert staff to follow the seasonal movements of migrating birds and feeding whales ensuring excellent wildlife sightings. Hike forests of giant cacti, snorkel with sea lions and discover rare wildlife among desert islands.

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from $1,440

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Thatch Caye Resort

5 Day Itinerary

• Explore Thatch Caye Resort
• Enjoy local cuisine of Belize
• Try unique water adventures

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Thatch Caye / Thatch Caye

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover a piece of paradise in Belize. Spend five days at Thatch Caye, a Muy'Ono private island resort with all-inclusive amenities located off the coast of Dangriga. Visitors are assured a one-of-a-kind experience away from it all. Guests can choose to stay in either overwater bungalows or island cabanas and enjoy the resort's amenities.

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from $519

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Tikal Experience

3 Day Itinerary

• Hike Tikal ancient jungle ruins
• Explore Tikal’s towering pyramids
• Spot wildlife in Tikal forest
• Learn history of Mayan civilizatio

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 3-day Guatemala extension in the Petén region explores the magnificent temples of Tikal, set deep in the jungle. Discover the history of the ancient Mayan civilization with an expert archaeologist guide, and experience wildlife viewing in the biodiverse rainforest surrounding the ruins.

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from $532

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Tikal and Yaxha

3 Day Itinerary

• Take a sunset tour of Yaxha
• Tour the pyramids of Tikal
• Explore Guatemala City

Starts / Ends

Antigua / Guatemala City

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Mayan history exploring the temples of Tikal and Yaxha on this 3-day tour of Guatemala's Peten region. Your guide is an expert archaeologist, so listen close as he takes you on a tour through these towering ruins. This historical itinerary makes for a great extension to any Mexico or Central America trip.

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from $970

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Chirripo Hike

3 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Challenging

This 3-day highland tour takes you into the paramo ecosystem and to the summit of Mt. Chirripo. Each day features significant climbs in elevation, taking you through various biomes en route to the peak, but it is physically demanding, so being in good shape is paramount. Your evenings will be spent in the comfort of Pelicano Mountain Lodge.

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from $384

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Copan Ruins

3 Day Itinerary

• Explore the streets of Copan Ruinas
• Visit the sprawling Copan Ruins
• Walk cobblestone historic streets
• Spot vibrant scarlet macaws

Starts / Ends

Antigua / Antigua

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Travel from Antigua Guatemala to Copán Ruinas on a 3-day trip. Explore Maya temples, plazas, and monuments with a local guide. Walk cobblestone streets, visit archeology museums, and follow nature trails where scarlet macaws thrive. This short extension is an excellent way to lengthen a Guatemala vacation.

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from $987

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Arenal Volcano

3 Day Itinerary

• Explore Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano
• Ride a scenic tram
• Observe native plants and wildlife
• Experience a canopy tour

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano on this 3-day adventure. Start with a transfer from San Jose to Arenal, where you’ll stay in bungalows with volcano views. Enjoy a rainforest tram tour spotting wildlife and panoramic views of Arenal and Lake Arenal. Finish with an exhilarating zipline descent. Return to San Jose.

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from $351

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Ambergris Caye

3 Day Itinerary

• Snorkel Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alley
• Relax in the sun and surf
• Arrange scuba or deep sea fishing

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Relaxed

Relax for a few days in balmy Ambergris Caye after your Belize adventure. Close to some of the best fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving in the Caribbean, Ambergris is one of the most popular destinations in Belize.

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from $212

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Danta Beach Coastal Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Kayaking along Playa Danta
• Snorkel around Playa Dantita
• Encounter diverse marine life

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the beauty of Costa Rica through a family-friendly 2-hour kayaking adventure. Explore Playa Danta and Dantita Bay, encounter diverse marine life, and create lasting memories with safety and enjoyment in mind.

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from $188

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Sunset Sailing on the Timarouba Catamaran

1 Day Itinerary

• Dive into crystal-clear waters
• Enjoy amazing views and sunset

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Timarouba catamaran tour in Playa Tamarindo. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters, savor a delectable buffet, and capture the sunset's magic.

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from $164

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Palo Verde Boat Ride

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Palo Verde National Park
• Witness crocodiles and largest bird
• Encounter array of exotic wildlife

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Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join an immersive 4-hour journey through Palo Verde National Park's water basin, exploring RAMSAR-listed wetlands. Encounter the largest bird in Costa Rica, giant crocodiles, and diverse wildlife. An unforgettable adventure awaits, culminating in a delicious culinary experience.

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from $126

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Guanacaste Mountain and Beaches Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• ATV tour on beaches and forest
• Stop in Sardinal town
• Watch out for wildlife encounters

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover the ultimate ATV adventure in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Enjoy a 3-hour mountain tour, starting from Panama Beach, with breathtaking ocean views and wildlife encounters. Watch out for playful monkeys, birds, cows, and horses causing unexpected traffic.

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from $113

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Guanacaste’s Sloth & Animal Sanctuary Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Observe rescued sloths up close
• Learn from sloth caretakers
• Watch scheduled sloth feedings

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Guanacaste’s Animal Sanctuary, home to rescued two-toed sloths. Observe these delicate animals in an open habitat and learn about their recovery, care, and life cycle. Attend scheduled feedings for close-up views and insight from on-site caretakers dedicated to sloth rehabilitation.

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from $89

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Ecotermales Hot Springs

½ Day Itinerary

• Soak in Arenal hot springs
• Relax in five warm pools
• Enjoy Arenal’s rainforest

Activity Level

Relaxed

Unwind after a long day's adventure as you soak in natural hot springs, heated from the Arenal Volcano. Surrounded by rainforest, the location includes 5 hot pools to soak away the day as well as a fresh water waterfall and a regular pool. There are only two daily time slots and they are limited to 100 guests each.

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from $192

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Birdwatching in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

During your half-day morning birding tour, your guide will help you spot up to 350 species of birds that live in the Reserve. While hiking through the pristine Monteverde cloud forest, you have a chance to see birds such as the quetzal, toucan, wood creeper, flycatchers, orioles, and grosbeaks. With any luck you may see the three-wattled bellbird.

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from $57

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Monteverde Coffee

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit the Trapiche Coffee Farm, a local family farm established in Monteverde in 1948. You'll learn all about coffee and sugarcane production, with delicious tastings included in the tour!

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