Top Central America & Mexico Trips & Tours in February 2026

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Exploring Costa Rica: Guanacaste, Santa Rosa and Rincon de la Vieja

6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Navigate Costa Rica’s Guanacaste
• Discover diverse tropical ecosystem
• Enjoy Isla Tortuga’s beaches
• Explore volcanic landscapes

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San Jose / San Jose

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Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Discover the treasures of one of Costa Rica’s richest regions, Guanacaste, on a 6-day voyage aboard National Geographic Quest. As you venture from uninhabited isles to wildlife-rich jungles and friendly surf towns, bask in the “pura vida” that infuses this ecologically rich country.

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Panama and Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders of Central America – with Smithsonian Journeys

Colon - Puntarenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Discover San Blas
• Experience Panama Canal
• Explore Fuerte Amador
• Visit Darien National Park

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Colon / Puntarenas

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Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Village Visits

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Variable

Join this 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to explore the natural wonders and cultural heritage of Panama and Costa Rica, including the white sands of Holandes Cayes, the iconic Panama Canal, and Panama City's historic Old Quarter.

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Baja California: Among the Great Whales

Loreto, Mexico Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture

• Observe California gray whales
• Hike across desert islands
• Experience the Baja California
• Snorkel with sea lions

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Loreto / Loreto

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Photography Seminars, Whale Watching

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Variable

Set sail from Loreto on an 8-day Baja California expedition aboard the National Geographic Venture to explore the Gulf of California’s vibrant wildlife and desert landscapes. Kayak, snorkel, and hike remote islands, encounter gray whales in Boca de Soledad, and swim with sea lions at Los Islotes for an unforgettable adventure guided by experts.

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Costa Rica Highlights

6 Day Itinerary

• Skytram and Skytrek Tour
• Navigate class III rapids tubing
• Relax on the beaches of Costa Rica
• Riding at Hacienda Guachipelin

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Arenal / Liberia

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Whitewater Rafting, Ziplining, Rainforest Exploration, Spa Relaxation

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Relaxed

Explore western Costa Rica's highlights during this 6-day vacation. Glide through the Arenal Rainforest Reserve on the Skytram and Skytrek Tour. Experience Rincon de la Vieja with the Adventure Pass at Hacienda Guachipelin, then unwind at Playa Panamá. Explore Tamarindo's marine wonders with a kayaking and snorkeling tour.

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Classic Guatemala Explorer

8 Day Itinerary

• Tour Antigua and visit churches
• Attend Comalapa Market
• Explore volcanic Lake Atitlan
• Visit a local plantation

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Guatemala City / Guatemala City

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Relaxed

Experience Guatemala’s history and culture on this 8-day adventure. Walk through colonial Antigua, visit the art-filled San Juan Comalapa, and explore ancient ruins at Iximché and Tikal. Cross Lake Atitlán by boat, browse Chichicastenango’s famous market and discover Flores. See Maya traditions, stunning landscapes, and iconic sites, from volcanoes to jungle ruins.

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Belize Explorer

Ambergris Caye - 8 Day Itinerary

• Canoe down the Rio Macal
• Adventure through the ATM cave
• Visit Tikal's towering pyramids
• Snorkel in clear Caribbean waters

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Easy Active

On this spectacular 8-day tour of Belize, you'll explore the Belizean rainforest and wildlife, visit Maya ruins like Tikal, go caving at Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave, and end your Belize vacation relaxing on the beach and snorkeling at Ambergris Caye.

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Caribbean Adventure - Bocas Town

8 Day Itinerary

• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Choose your days at Selva Bananito
• Snorkel the marine-rich coral reef
• Tour Panama's vibrant capital city

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Urban Exploration

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Easy Active

This 8-day land-based tour highlights the best of Costa Rica and Panama! Whitewater excitement and rainforest exploration in Costa Rica couple with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama for a perfectly paced vacation. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and fall into the rhythm of the Caribbean!

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Hamanasi Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Hike around a mountain lake
• Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary
• Kayak down the Sittee River
• Snorkel at Glover's Reef Atoll

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Fishing, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 7 day trip to Hamanasi Resort allows you to choose what to do each day. Snorkeling, canoeing, exploring the jungle, visiting Maya ruins and caving are just a few of the options! Relax in a treehouse bungalow or a seaside room and enjoy your time in sunny Belize.

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Beautiful Belize

9 Day Itinerary

• Discover Maya ruins
• Canoe down the Rio Macal
• Visit the village of Placencia
• Relax on the beach

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Rich in Maya culture and natural beauty, this 9-day tour of Belize takes you into the Maya Mountains to see the ancient ruins of Xunantunich and Caracol, and to explore the underground world of mysterious caves. Then head to the beautiful beaches of Placencia where you can snorkel, dive, and dance the night away to Caribbean rhythms.

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Guatemala Discovery

11 Day Itinerary

• Explore the streets of Antigua
• Take a boat on Lake Atitlán
• Visit Tz'utuhil Maya villages
• Shop Chichicastenango Market
• Swim in the Semuc Champey pools
• Tour Cobán coffee and orchids

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Antigua / Guatemala City

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore Guatemala’s highlands, lakes, markets, and Caribbean coast on this 11-day adventure. Walk colonial Antigua, boat across Lake Atitlán, browse Chichicastenango Market, experience Garifuna culture in Livingston, cruise the Rio Dulce, and discover the turquoise pools of Semuc Champey before ending in Guatemala City.

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Beaches & Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary

• Climb a giant kapok tree
• Raft the Pacuare River
• Snorkel a large coral reef system
• Hike through the rainforest

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Easy Active

This 8-day Costa Rica tour explores the Caribbean coast, Cahuita National Park, & the Pacuare River. Whitewater rafting, hiking, climbing, and snorkeling will highlight your experience in the lush tropical rainforest, wild rivers, jungle lodges, and beautiful beaches of Costa Rica.

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Hamanasi Adventure

5-8 Day Itinerary

• Snorkel & search for marine life
• Explore the rainforest & ruins
• River tubing in a wildlife reserve
• Choose from a menu of activities

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Relaxed

On this 5-8 day Belize tour enjoy both marine and inland adventures, all from the comfort of the idyllic Hamanasi Resort eco-lodge. Customize your itinerary to fit your personal preferences, with options like river tubing in Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary & Jaguar Preserve, snorkeling, exploring Maya ruins, canoeing, caving, and more.

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Wild Costa Rica Corcovado

8 Day Itinerary

• Whitewater raft the Pacuare River
• Search for scarlet macaws
• Camp on sandy beaches
• Hike along paths in Corcovado

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San Jose / San Jose

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience an 8-day Costa Rica vacation package that immerses you in the natural wonders of Central America. After a two-day whitewater rafting trip on the Pacuare River, explore the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park, where you can go horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, surfing, snorkeling, whale watching, or take a rainforest canopy tour.

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Costa Rica Quest

8 Day Itinerary

• Observe nesting sea turtles
• Hike in the rainforest at night
• Raft the Sarapiqui River
• Explore nearby Arenal Volcano

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Easy Active

This exciting 8-day tour of Costa Rica takes you to Tortuguero National Park, rafting on the thrilling Sarapiqui River, and up the slopes of the active Arenal Volcano! You'll have opportunities to take a night hike in Tirimbina Biological Reserve and learn about the tropical wildlife that inhabits Costa Rica.

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Caribbean Adventure

Tranquilo Bay - 9 Day Itinerary

• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Hike into the jungle for a swim
• Marvel at the Panama Canal
• Snorkel, kayak, hike, or relax

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Easy Active

Experience the Caribbean from Costa Rica to Panama on this 9-day land-based adventure tour. Whitewater rafting and rainforest exploration along Costa Rica's Pacuare River combine with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and snorkel & dive among the Caribbean reefs!

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Maya Multisport

11 Day Itinerary

• View glowing lava at Pacaya Volcano
• Explore the Maya ruins of El Zotz
• Kayak past villages on Lake Atitlan
• Explore Panajachel at your leisure

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Antigua / Guatemala City

Activities

Camping, Biking

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Moderate

Experience Guatemala’s diverse landscapes on an 11-day journey. Bike through Antigua’s forested trails, hike Pacaya Volcano, explore the ruins of Tikal, zipline over Lake Atitlán, and kayak its tranquil waters. Discover ancient history and thrilling outdoor adventures.

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Turtles & Rainforest Pacuare Reserve

Pacuare - 8 Day Itinerary

• Assist biologists on turtle rounds
• Learn about rainforest ecology
• Ride horseback through family farms
• Raft down the Pacuare River

Starts / Ends

San Jose / San Jose

Activities

Horseback Riding, Volunteering

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day eco-tour of Costa Rica combines nature and adventure as we join biologists to study giant leatherback sea turtles for two nights at Pacuare Nature Reserve. Then we head to Selva Bananito Lodge for a rainforest trip and finish with a whitewater rafting adventure on the raging rapids of the Pacuare River.

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Adventure Pacifica

9 Day Itinerary

• Hike near Arenal Volcano
• Zip-line through cloud forest
• Raft the Rio Savegre
• Explore Manuel Antonio's beaches

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy a 9-day version of our classic Adventure Pacifica tour. Experience all that Costa Rica has to offer with opportunities to hike, raft, search for wildlife, zip-line and more. The tour includes visits to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, the rainforest jungles of Manuel Antonio, and whitewater rafting on the Rio Savegre.

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