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Explore an untamed wilderness of unparalleled beauty on a Wildlife Viewing Trip in Central America and Mexico. Encounter some of the world's most extraordinary creatures, from jaguars to howler monkeys, and marvel at their majestic beauty. Join one of Adventure Life's 115 Wildlife Viewing Tours for 2025 or 2026, starting from as low as $46 for trips lasting between 5 to 15 days. Track pumas in Patagonia, watch whale sharks off the coast of Belize, and connect with nature. Don't miss out - contact one of our tour specialists today!
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Spot stunning wildlife in the tree canopy
from $4,579
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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
Starts / Ends
San Jose / San Jose
Activities
Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
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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Explore beautiful Costa Rica
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
Starts / Ends
Colon / Puntarenas
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
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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A pod of long-beaked common dolphins in the Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico
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
Starts / Ends
Loreto / Loreto
Activities
Photography Seminars, Whale Watching
Activity Level
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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Relax along Nicaragua's beautiful beaches
from $3,402
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Nicaragua Escape

7 Day Itinerary
  • Tour the colonial city of Granada
  • Taste award-winning chocolate
  • See Doña Elba Cigars Granada
  • Stay in San Juan del Sur
  • Stay at Jicaro Lodge Eco Resort
  • Relax at Morgans Rock
  • Hike Mombacho Volcano
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Managua / Managua
Activities
Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Discover a 7-day adventure through Granada, Mombacho Volcano, and San Juan. Explore Granada’s colonial heritage, hike Mombacho Volcano’s Crater Trail, and enjoy free time at Jicaro Lodge and Morgan’s Rock. Experience local culture, scenic landscapes, and various activities.
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Handling an urchin while snorkeling at Turneffe Flats
from $2,725
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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
Activity Level
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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A local fisherman pulls his boat ashore at sunset in Costa Rica
from $2,828
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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
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
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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Mombacho Reserve Canopy
from $2,336
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Nicaragua Multisport

8 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Cerro Negro Volcano
  • Explore Ometepe Island
  • Discover Granada
  • Kayak on Lake Nicaragua
  • Visit Masaya Volcano
  • Hike Mombacho Volcano
  • Zipline Tour
Starts / Ends
Managua / Granada
Activities
Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience Nicaragua’s diverse landscapes in 8 days. Climb Cerro Negro, hike San Ramón Waterfall, kayak Lake Nicaragua, and explore Leon, Ometepe, and Granada.
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Diving excursion
from $2,552
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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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Xunantunich ruins in Belize
from $3,381
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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
Activities
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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Lake Atitlan, Panajachel
from $2,574
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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
Starts / Ends
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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View of Pacayitas
from $5,178
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El Camino Tropical Trail: Caribbean to Pacific

11 Day Itinerary
  • Hike through forests and mountains
  • Explore Pacuare Reserve
  • Spot diverse wildlife
  • Enjoy authentic local cuisine
Starts / Ends
Hotel Pacuare / Quepos
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Village Visits, Camping, Homestays
Activity Level
Challenging
Join the El Camino Tropical Trail 11-day adventure, a Costa Rica coast-to-coast hiking tour from the Caribbean to the Pacific. Enjoy authentic cultural immersion in Costa Rica through homestays, local meals, and small village life while experiencing diverse rainforests, mountains, and beaches.
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Pacuare River
from $2,032
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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
Activity Level
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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The famed Cathedral of Granada
from $2,025
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Best of Nicaragua

8 Day Itinerary
  • Visit UNESCO Old León Ruins
  • Tour Selva Negra coffee farms
  • Hike Masaya Volcano trails
  • Experience San Jacinto Hot Springs
  • Explore Granada City
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore Managua, León, Granada, and Masaya on an 8-day tour. Visit Old León Ruins, lush Isletas, vibrant cities, and breathtaking volcanoes while discovering Nicaragua's rich heritage.
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Life in an underwater world
from $2,182
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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
Activity Level
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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Scarlet macaws perched in the rainforest
from $2,238
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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
Starts / Ends
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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Coati
from $2,030
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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
Activity Level
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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Tranquilo Bay indeed...
from $3,787
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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
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
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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Pacaya volcano a tourist attraction
from $2,805
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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
Starts / Ends
Antigua / Guatemala City
Activities
Ziplining, Biking
Activity Level
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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