Discover rarely visited ports of call, hidden coves, crystal blue waters, ancient history, and rich flora and fauna as you travel from Colon, Panama to Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. Discover why the locals have been called the happiest people in the world. Costa Rica's abundant ecotourism treasures await when you board the Panorama on this adventure. From here you can soar above rainforests, feel the mist from tumbling waterfalls, and swim in clear Caribbean seas.
Highlights
Visit the Panama Canal Expansion Observation Center in Gatun
Swim & snorkel at the calm and breathtaking Pearl Islands
Join an exciting excursion to Casa Orquideas, a beautiful flower sanctuary
Explore the Nature Reserves & National Parks of Isla Coiba & Manuel Antonio
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Embark in Colon. Welcome reception and safety drill. Departure at 13:00. The ship is positioned at the Canal entrance for the Canal transit starting at 17.00 pm. Cross the Gatun Locks and enter the Gatun Lake. Welcome dinner. Late evening, reach and cross the Pedro Miguel and Miraflores Locks before reaching the Pacific side and Panama City in the early hours.
Early morning arrival at Flamenco Marina, Panama City. Optional morning excursion to the Miraflores Visitor Center, one of the canal’s most famous locks. Return to Panama City and continue your tour discovering the old Panama City, Casco Viejo, its architecture, cathedrals and historical buildings. Late afternoon sailing to Darien.
Optional morning excursion in the Darien National park. Reach Playa Muerto by tenders (wet landing) and reach an Emberra Village where you are welcomed by Emberra Indians, one of the 7 indigenous groups living in Panama. They are proud and very friendly and known for their beautiful handicrafts and well-preserved traditions. By midday, return to the ship and sail to Granito de Oro and Coiba Island. Overnight at sea.
Midday arrival in Granito de Oro for swimming and snorkeling in a pristine environment. The waters are teeming with marine life. Deck BBQ and sailing to nearby Coiba Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest island in Central America. Afternoon walking tour with our Ship Naturalist who will take you for a short walk to discover the local forest and animal life. Free time for swimming and beach BBQ on Coiba. In the afternoon, leave Coiba and sail to Golfito. Overnight at sea.
Day 5: Golfito | Casa Orquideas | Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica
Reach Golfito in the early morning for immigration procedures before continuing sailing to nearby Casa Orquideas where the ship anchors. After lunch, reach Casa Orquideas by tender, a beautiful flowers sanctuary. Optional excursion in the grounds and time to swim at the end of the visit. Then sail into Golfito. Reach Puerto Jimenez early in the afternoon. Optional Osa Peninsula excursion. The park is part of one of the biological corridors leading to the Corcovado National Park and offers the opportunity for a smooth walk in secondary forest and interaction with endemic animal life. Overnight at sea to Quepos.
Day 6: Quepos | Playa Biesanz | Curu Island, Costa Rica
Morning arrival in Quepos and transfer to the Manuel Antonio Reserve, for your morning optional excursion, one of the highlights of the cruise. After lunch, you can take one of the optional Forest Canopy excursion. Afternoon sailing to nearby Playa Biesanz. Playa Biesanz afternoon swim. (Forest Canopy tour excursion participants rejoin the ship in Playa Biesanz). Late afternoon sailing to Curu. Late evening arrival in Curu. Overnight at anchor.
Optional morning walking excursion in the Curu Nature Reserve with the local Rangers and your ship Naturalist. Late in the morning, rejoin the ship for a short sailing to Tortuga Island. Arrive in Tortuga Island at noon for swimming and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of this paradise island before joining in for a Beach BBQ. Tropical Farewell evening with dinner and party. Overnight at anchor.
Day 8: Tortuga Island | Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Morning sailing to Puerto Caldera. Disembark after breakfast.
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Category C
Lower deck, 1 double bed or 2 twin beds. Portholes, A/C, TV, telephone, mini-fridge, safe deposit box, marble en suite bathroom.
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Category B (Twin)
Lower deck, 2 twin beds. Portholes, A/C, TV, telephone, mini-fridge, safe deposit box, marble or corian en suite bathroom.
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Category A
Upper deck or Main deck, 2 lower beds or 1 double bed. Large windows, A/C, TV, telephone, mini-fridge, safe deposit box, marble or corian en suite bathroom.
Notes
- Please note that fares do not include port charges and possible fuel surcharges. Contact us for details.
Single supplement - Single occupancy of a Cat. C or Cat. B Cabin is available at 1.6 times the twin occupancy rate. Single occupancy of a Cat. A Cabins is available at 1.75 times the twin occupancy rate.
Child Discount (in Cat. A only):
Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount. Children between the ages of 11-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port taxes are not discounted.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
7 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Regular (filter) coffee, tea and still mineral water free all day
Use of fishing and snorkeling equipment (subject to availability)
English-Speaking Cruise Escort.
Full-board: Buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a local Theme Evening , fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Port Fees
Wifi
Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements (except those mentioned in inclusions)
Beverages other than the ones mentioned in inclusions
The trip was terrific with great planning on your part. Most of the adventures were not mainstream and somewhat off the beaten path which made it especially enjoyable!! We felt taken care of and you all were readily available to respond to questions and issues. I would highly recommend your company and friends have already expressed interest based on our pictures and excitement.
Gale Cantor
TrustScore 4.8 | 174 reviews
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1 day ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
2 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
