8-Day Central America Tours

from $3,500

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Glamping the Seas and Sierras of Baja

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore diverse Sierra de la Laguna
• Swim with sea lions & colorful fish
• Experience rancho culture
• Discover and be awed by Baja

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La Paz / La Paz

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Camping, Homestays

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 8-day tour, explore the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve, La Paz, and Espiritu Santo Island. Admire the marine life on Isla Espiritu Santo, stay in a luxury tent camp in the Sierra, and experience the rancho culture of Baja. Visit La Paz with its world-class beaches, waterfront Malecón, and abundant fresh seafood.

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from $6,150

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The Panama Canal, Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle

Balboa to Colon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Panama Canal transit
• Chagres River cruise
• Kayak and snorkel at Isla del Rey
• Explore Playa Muerto

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Panama City / Panama City

Activities

Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Village Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Panama on an 8-day cruise aboard National Geographic Quest. Transit the Panama Canal, anchor in Gatun Lake, and discover Darien National Park and the Pearl Islands. Kayak, hike rainforests, snorkel reefs, and meet Embera communities in remote villages and protected reserves.

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from $7,500

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Costa Rica Unbound

Golfito to Quepos - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra

• Visit a private beach in Los Mogos
• Spot wide variety of wildlife
• See coral reefs in Puerto Jimenez
• Take a thrilling whitewater rafting
• Enjoy snorkeling in Biesanz Beach

Starts / Ends

Golfito / Quepos

Activities

Whitewater Rafting, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day luxury cruise on M/Y Kontiki Wayra, exploring Costa Rica's breathtaking Pacific coast. Sail through Golfito, Los Mogos, Punta Adela, Caño Island, Puerto Jiménez, & Corcovado National Park before arriving at Quepos. Experience stunning landscapes, vibrant marine life, pristine beaches, & gourmet dining aboard this exquisite yacht.

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from $2,010

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Costa Rica to Panama

Puerto Caldera - Balboa - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Puerto Caldera’s coast
• Relax on Isla Tortuga’s beaches
• Experience Golfito’s rich history
• Snorkel in Golfo de Chiriqui’s

Starts / Ends

Puerto Caldera / Balboa

Activities

Ziplining

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper, starting in Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. Explore stunning beaches, vibrant marine parks, and rich history before concluding your adventure in Balboa, Panama.

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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

Starts / Ends

Puntarenas / Colon

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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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

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $1,649

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Treasures of Belize

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Lamanai Mayan ruins
• Stay at a secluded jungle lodge
• Search for Belizean marine life
• Choose from a menu of activities

Activity Level

Relaxed

This tour incorporates a secluded jungle stay and a beach getaway on Ambergris Caye at the secluded Lamanani Outpost Lodge. See myriad marine life such as sea turtles, eagle rays, nurse sharks, and hundreds of species of fish. You also can explore the island by bicycle, rent a catamaran, or just relax on the beach! 

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from $3,840

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Tranquilo Bay Escape

8 Day Itinerary

• Navigate through Bocas archipelago
• Search for an array of wildlife
• Kayak around Boca del Toro
• Hike through the local jungle

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Panama City

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend 8 days overlooking the Caribbean Sea from your private bungalow at a secluded casual resort. The days are yours to spend as you please. Choose from a menu of activity options each day or simply relax in the Caribbean sun.

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from $7,200

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Costa Rica's Pure Life Adventure Cruise

Liberia Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager

• Hike Murciélago Bay trails
• Snorkel Isla Tortuga reefs
• Paddle Curú mangrove waterways
• Spot monkeys in Osa

Starts / Ends

Liberia / Liberia

Activities

Whale Watching

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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from $2,735

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Wild Costa Rica

Nicuesa - 8 Day Itinerary

• Spend two days rafting the Pacuare
• Camp along the river
• Tour the jungle with a naturalist
• Take a night walk to see wildlife

Activity Level

Easy Active

This exhilarating 8-day tour takes you first on a thrilling two-day whitewater rafting trip along the Pacuare River and then into the lush jungle to learn about the birds, monkeys, sloths, and other animals that live there. This is followed by a 3-day trip to Playa Nicuesa, where you can see beautiful macaws before heading back to San Jose.

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from $2,128

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Turtles & Rainforest

Tortuguero - 8 Day Itinerary

• Learn about rainforest ecology
• Ride horseback through family farms
• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Explore Tortuguero by river boat

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy Costa Rica's incredible wildlife with a tour of Tortuguero National Park and visit one of the most important nesting sites for the green sea turtle in the Western Hemisphere. Follow that with a rainforest retreat to Selva Bananito Reserve. Finish this Costa Rica vacation with an exciting whitewater adventure down the Pacuare River!

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from $4,305

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Oaxaca Hike and Bike

8 Day Itinerary

• Trek the Sierra Norte Mountains
• Bike back roads through Oaxaca
• Visit artisan villages
• Visit Mitla Mosaic Tombs
• Swim Las Salinas Mineral Pools

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover the cultural depth of Oaxaca on this 8-day adventure. Visit the Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban and Mitla, cycle through agave fields in the Central Valleys, and meet local artisans. Conclude with a multi-day hiking expedition through the Sierra Norte cloud forests, staying in community-owned lodges that support local conservation.

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from $5,876

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Turneffe Flats

8 Day Itinerary

• Fish for bonefish, permit & tarpon
• Snorkel in crystal clear waters
• Kayak around Turneffe Atoll
• Search for local marine life

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit our island hideaway in the warm waters of Belize where you will discover the pristine beaches and amazing underwater world of the Caribbean. Enjoy a variety of activities each day as you explore the magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life found along the world's second longest barrier reef.

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from $3,685

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Premium Mexico Yucatan Highlights

Mexico Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Visit Chichen Itza, Muyil, & Tulum
• Experience local life in community
• Enjoy in a old-world charm hotel
• Explore Tulum archaeological site
• Meet with a local conservationist

Starts / Ends

Playa del Carmen / Tulum

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join on this 8-day Premium Mexico Yucatan adventure, from the beautiful coastline of Playa del Carmen to the colorful city of Valladolid, the colonial town of Merida, and the white sand beaches of Tulum. Learn the ancient secrets of the Maya during visits to Chichen Itza, Muyil, and the Tulum archaeological site, and travel with a local guide, meet local families, conservationists, and historians to uncover a side of the country most don’t get to see

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from $2,844

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Costa Rica's Mountains and Beaches

8 Day Itinerary

• Hike Arenal Volcano’s trails
• Relax in EcoTermales hot springs
• Watch for unique bird life
• Enjoy views from Sky Tram
• Tubing adventure in Rio Celeste
• Discover Costa Rica’s flora and fau

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Hotel Arenal Manoa / Liberia

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Costa Rica's beaches and mountains on this active 8-day vacation. Hike Arenal Volcano, explore Monteverde’s cloud forests, soar through the rainforest canopy on a zipline, and relax in Rio Celeste’s turquoise waters. From La Fortuna to Tamarindo, enjoy the best of nature, adventure, and beaches with stays at top hotels.

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from $2,577

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Belize Adventure - Ambergris

8 Day Itinerary

• Zipline through rainforest canopy
• Rappel into a collapsed cavern
• Venture through the ATM cave
• Snorkel Shark Ray Alley

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy this active rainforest and coastal getaway in Belize! This itinerary is perfect for those wanting to travel to Belize during the summer months. Enjoy all the adventure that the rainforest has to offer before jetting off to Ambergris Caye for some downtime on the beach.

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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

Starts / Ends

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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from $2,010

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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

Starts / Ends

Puerto Caldera / Puerto Caldera

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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