Top Central America & Mexico Trips & Tours in May 2026

from $323

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Explore Panama City

½ Day Itinerary

• Tour the ruins of Panama La Vieja
• Watch a transit of the Panama Canal

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tour Panama City with a local guide, well versed in the history of the area. See a transit of the Panama canal and tour Casco Antiguo where the pirate Henry Morgan waged his attack in 1671.

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from $296

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Barro Colorado Island Tour

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Visit Barro Colorado Island while in the Panama City with a boat ride in Gatún Lake. Enjoy a day exploring the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and learn about the current studies underway. This man-made island was created when the canal was flooded preserving a breathtaking array of diverse wildlife and jungle on the tiny island.

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from $236

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Ecotermales Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

The best way to appreciate the beauty of Costa Rica's majestic Arenal Volcano is from up close. This exciting half-day adventure begins with a 90-minute walk through the rainforest, as you learn about local plants and wildlife. Take in the sights with a guided tour before enjoying some relaxation time in natural hot springs at dinnertime.

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from $202

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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 $188

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Pacuare River Rafting

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Moderate

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from $167

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Hanging Bridges, Zipline and Aerial Tram

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 4-hour tour uses the Sky Tram gondolas to get to the popular suspension bridges and canopy ziplines. You are accompanied by a bilingual guide who will point out flora and fauna in the ecosystem. At the top, enjoy magnificent views of volcanoes and Lake Arenal from the observation deck.

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from $135

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Jaguar Rescue Center and Chocolate Plantation

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit Jaguar Rescue Center which houses monkeys, snakes, sloths, and jungle cats. Tour the chocolate plantation where the Bri-Bri indigenous make the chocolate from scratch. At the end of the tour, you have the chance to buy homemade chocolate and local handicrafts.

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from $133

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Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend a day exploring the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge, home to over 360 species of birds and some of the best white sand beaches on the Caribbean coast. Explore the park with a guide as you spot manatees, dolphins, howler monkeys, sloths, iguanas, snakes, and poisonous frogs.

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from $132

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Waterfall Rappelling and Canyoning Adventure

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Moderate

This full-day tour takes you into the rainforest on a 4x4. Then you'll have lunch, get briefed, and hike to the first waterfall. From there, you'll do 4 rappels ranging in height from 165 feet to 45 feet. As you move from waterfall to waterfall you get a chance to explore the rainforest and take pictures along the way.

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from $135

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Horseback riding near Arenal

Itinerary

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Today you'll enjoy a 2-hour horseback ride through farmland at the base of the Arenal Volcano. This tour includes a combination of riding, hiking and relaxing. After your ride, take a short hike to the base of the La Fortuna Waterfalls to swim and relax in the tranquil pools surrounded by pristine rainforest.

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from $124

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Puerto Viejo Canopy Zipline

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This half-day, adrenaline-filled tour is an exciting way to explore the jungle and get a taste of what Costa Rica has to offer. Start your adventure with the longest zip line in Costa Rica, exploring the jungle canopy via ten different platforms and 12 landings. Take the final swing like Tarzan, or do a Superman-style jump for the bottom!

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from $99

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Cahuita National Park Snorkeling and Hiking

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This half-day tour offers an excellent introduction to the flora and fauna of the Caribbean coast. The Cahuita National Park has the largest coral reef system in Costa Rica. After snorkeling, you'll have an hour-long hike through the rainforest with a guide.

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from $74

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Lake Arenal Kayaking

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This half-day kayaking tour is the perfect way to experience the best of what Lake Arenal has to offer. Enjoy a peaceful ride on the calm waters of this volcanic lake, marvel at the views of the majestic Arenal Volcano, and take in the lush mountain scenery. Keep your eyes peeled for a variety of tropical bird species and other wildlife that call this home.

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from $59

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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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from $48

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Monteverde Hidden Valley Night tour

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the jungle this evening as Monteverde's wildlife comes alive. Your naturalist guide will explain the different sights and sounds you observe throughout your hike. Snakes, spiders, tarantulas, tree frogs, coatimundis, agoutis, sloths, kinkajous, and the highly endangered olingo are among the many species you may spot along the way.

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from $360

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El Valle de Anton

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Ziplining, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Moderate

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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

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Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activities

Kayaking, Snorkeling

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

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

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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