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Squirrel Monkey at Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica
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Macaw at Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica
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Strawberry poison-dart frog in Tortuguero, Costa Rica
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Capuchin monkey in Tortuguero, Costa Rica
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Ruins in Colon, Panama
from $13,300
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Costa Rica & Panama Coastal Expedition Cruise

Liberia Airport to Panama City - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager
  • Explore Santa Rosa Wilderness
  • Visit Embera Cultural Village
  • Cross Panama Canal
  • Discover Guna Yala Islands
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Liberia / Panama City
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Variable
Experience a 15-day expedition cruise from Liberia, Costa Rica, to Panama City, Panama, aboard Safari Voyager. Explore remote national parks, tropical islands, vibrant reefs, and Indigenous communities while kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and crossing the iconic Panama Canal on an unforgettable small-ship adventure.
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Sloth sighting on a Costa Rica tour
from $16,095
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Costa Rica and The Panama Canal

San Jose - Panama City - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Discover Hacienda Doka
  • Hike Curu Wildlife Refuge
  • Tour Manuel Antonio Park
  • Navigate Golfo Dulce
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San Jose / Panama City
Activities
Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Hiking, Village Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Experience a 12-day cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the diverse coastlines of Costa Rica and Panama. Discover lush rainforests, vibrant marine life, and enjoy a daylight passage through the iconic Panama Canal.
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Beautiful beach of Corcovado National Park
from $4,200
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Pura Vida Express

Golfito to Drake Bay - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra
  • Visit a private beach in Los Mogos
  • See coral reefs in Puerto Jimenez
  • Enjoy water activities
  • Spot wide variety of wildlife
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Golfito / Drake Bay
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the stunning Pacific coast of Costa Rica with a 5-day luxury cruise onboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra. Sail through Golfito, Los Mogos, Puerto Jiménez, Punta Adela, and Corcovado National Park. Experience the breathtaking scenery, abundant marine life, and pristine beaches.
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Look for unique birds and other wildlife in the rain forest!
from $12,965
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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
Activities
Fishing, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
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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Panama City's Bridge of the Americas
from $11,495
EBD
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Panama and Costa Rica: Crossing the Canal

Panama City - San Jose - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Stroll historic Panama City
  • Experience the Panama Canal
  • Watch whales in Golfo Dulce
  • Explore the mangroves of Quepos
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Panama City / San Jose
Activities
Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 10-day cruise on the Douglas Mawson, navigating the Panama Canal and exploring Central America's rich ecosystems and vibrant local cultures. Experience the blend of impressive engineering and diverse wildlife amidst tropical environments.
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Clear waters of the Caribbean sea
from $7,170
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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
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Puntarenas / Colon
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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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A local fisherman pulls his boat ashore at sunset in Costa Rica
from $2,829
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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, Wilderness Lodge 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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San Blas
from $7,790
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Secrets of Central America

Colon - Puntarenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Learn Fort San Lorenzo's history
  • See San Blas Islands' marine life
  • Experience Coiba Island adventure
  • Witness Drake Bay rainforest
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Colon / Puntarenas
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Panama and Costa Rica aboard Le Bellot on an 11-day cruise. Sail through the Panama Canal, visit Fort San Lorenzo, the San Blas Islands, Pearl Islands, Darién National Park, Coiba Island, Rio Esquinas, Drake Bay, and Curú Wildlife Refuge. Experience wildlife viewing, Zodiac landings, and cultural encounters with indigenous communities.
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Tranquilo Bay indeed...
from $3,788
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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
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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Keel-billed Toucan
from $6,230
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Central America Jewels & Panama Canal

Colon to Puntarenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore San Blas Islands
  • Discover Historic Portobelo
  • Transit Panama Canal
  • Encounter Costa Rica Wildlife
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Colon / Puntarenas
Activities
Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Panama and Costa Rica on this 8-day voyage from Colón to Puntarenas aboard Le Laperouse. Travel through the Panama Canal, visit the San Blas Islands, Portobelo and Darién National Park, and discover local communities, coastal landscapes and wildlife. The journey also includes time at sea and excursions in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula region.
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Ocean view of the edge of Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica
from $6,450
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The Natural Wonders of Central America – with Smithsonian Journeys

Colon to Puntarenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Visit San Blas Islands
  • Cross Panama Canal locks
  • Discover Balboa waterfront district
  • Reach Puntarenas Pacific coast
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Colon / Puntarenas
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Panama and Costa Rica on an 8-day voyage aboard Le Bougainville. Visit Colon, Portobelo, the San Blas Islands, Balboa, Quepos, and Puntarenas. Cross the Panama Canal, discover Afro-Caribbean heritage, meet Indigenous communities, relax at sea, and experience rainforest-lined Pacific shores.
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Manuel Antonio Park in Costa Rica
from $569
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Manuel Antonio

4 Day Itinerary
Activities
Horseback Riding, Ziplining
Activity Level
Relaxed
This highly customizable 4-day tour takes you into the tropical jungle/ Pacific coastal region of Manuel Antonio, where you can enjoy deep sea fishing, canopy ziplining, mangrove kayaking, horseback riding, sailing tours, ATV tours, snorkeling tours or relax at the beach. You can also explore Manuel Antonio National Park each day.
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