Central America Small Ship Cruises

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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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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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from $1,960

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Panama to Costa Rica

Balboa - Puerto Caldera - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Balboa’s buildings
• Discover San Jose Island
• Snorkel Iguana Island’s clear water
• Encounter Coiba’s rare marine

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Balboa / Puerto Caldera

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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Balboa to Puerto Caldera aboard the Star Clipper, exploring highlights like San Jose Island and Coiba National Park. Enjoy diverse activities like snorkeling, surfing, and visiting Manuel Antonio National Park before disembarking in Puerto Caldera.

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from $6,420

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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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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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from $6,450

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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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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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from $12,795

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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

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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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In Steinbeck's Wake: An Epic Voyage Through the Sea of Cortez

La Paz Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager

• Sail around Isla Espiritu Santo
• Spot diverse bird species
• Search for majestic whales
• Snorkel with sea lions & reef fish

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San Jose del Cabo / San Jose del Cabo

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Set sail on an 11-day cruise aboard the Safari Voyager to explore Baja California's marine wonders. Discover marine life at Punta Marcial, snorkel Isla Catalina, and kayak Bahia de los Angeles. Enjoy whale watching between Catalina and Santa Rosalia, visit historic Santa Rosalia, and bird-watch on Isla San Esteban.

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Baja California's Whales & Sealife

La Paz Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager

• Snorkel with young sea lion pups
• Visit the Sea of Cortes
• Search whales in the Sea of Cortez
• Kayak around coastal rocks

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La Paz / La Paz

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Embark on a 7-night adventure aboard the Safari Voyager, discovering the stunning marine life and landscapes of Baja California. Starting in La Paz, visit Isla San Francisco, Bahía Agua Verde, Honeymoon Cove, and more. Snorkel with sea lion pups, kayak, hike, and spot dolphins, whales, and birds along Baja’s rugged coastlines.

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from $6,150

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The Panama Canal, Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Transit the Panama Canal
• Explore Darien Jungle
• Visit Portobelo Forts
• Snorkel Pearl Islands

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Panama City / Balboa

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Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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Embark on an 8-day Panama Canal cruise to the Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle aboard the National Geographic Quest. Transit the legendary Panama Canal, meet the Emberá people in Playa Muerto, spot wildlife in Punta Patiño, and snorkel the clear waters of the Pearl Islands, including Isla del Rey and Isla Pacheca.

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from $1,930

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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

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Puerto Caldera / Balboa

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Ziplining

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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 $10,170

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Secrets of Central America

Colón - Puntarenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Discover National Parks
• Sail through the Panama Canal
• Encounter with Emberas tribe
• Visit San Blas archipelago

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Colon / Puntarenas

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Join this 11-day Secrets of Central America cruise and explore Panama and Costa Rica, starting at San Lorenzo’s Fort and traveling from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Visit the San Blas Islands, the Pearl Islands, Darien National Park, and cross the Panama Canal. Meet local communities, and discover the biodiversity of Rio Esquinas and Curú Nature Reserve.

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from $6,320

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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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Land & Sea Exploration, Horseback Riding

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Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this wonderful 8-day expedition 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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Captain's Cruise: In Steinbeck's Wake: An Epic Voyage

Roundtrip La Paz - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager

• Explore Punta Marcial
• Discover Steinbeck Sites
• Kayak Bahía de Ángeles
• Hike Isla San Esteban

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La Paz / La Paz

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Kayaking, Whale Watching

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Sail from Cabo to La Paz on a 12-day Safari Voyager cruise through Baja California Sur. Explore remote islands, observe diverse sea life, and enjoy activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking. Visit Isla San Esteban, Bahía de los Ángeles, and Espíritu Santo before returning to La Paz.

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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

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Liberia / Liberia

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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 $7,195

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Natural Treasures of Costa Rica

Roundtrip San Jose - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Spot wildlife in Manuel Antonio
• Discover Punta Leona's reserve
• Traverse Curu Refuge's trails
• Snorkel at Isla Tortuga

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San Jose / San Jose

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Hiking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Photography Seminars, Rainforest Exploration

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Join a 7-day cruise on Sylvia Earle to explore Costa Rica's protected jungles and vibrant ecosystems. Discover unique wildlife like the Scarlet Macaw and spider monkeys through land treks and sea excursions.

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from $12,955

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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

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Small Ship Sailing, Fishing

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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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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

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Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting

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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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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

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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 $3,333

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Baja California: Observing the Whales of Magdalena Bay

6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird

• Discover whales in Magdalena Bay
• Hike through island landscapes
• Kayak on the glassy waters
• Learn about ecosystems

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Loreto / Puerto San Carlos

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Biking

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In the nursery waters of Magdalena Bay, live amid massive gray whale mothers and their calves. See them up close onboard the National Geographic Sea Bird and local pangas. Kayak and paddleboard through magnificent mangroves, or beachcomb boundless stretches of sand.

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