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Explore beautiful Costa Rica
from $6,801
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Exploring Arenal Volcano, Pearl Islands and the Panama Canal

San Jose to Panama - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Arenal Volcano exploration
  • Relax in Ecotermales hot springs
  • Pearl Islands snorkeling
  • Navigate the Panama Canal
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San Jose / Panama City
Activities
Snorkeling, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Arrive in San Jose, transfer to La Fortuna and start the 9-day land and sea adventure. Explore Arenal Volcano and rainforest trails. Fly to Panama City and embark National Geographic Quest. Kayak, hike, and cruise the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake, and Pearl Islands while snorkeling, exploring fortresses, and discovering tropical wildlife.
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $6,450
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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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Variable
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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Costa Rica Toucan Bird
from $2,010
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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
Activities
Ziplining
Activity Level
Variable
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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Panama Canal
from $14,495
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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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Variable
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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Explore beautiful Costa Rica
from $2,010
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Costa Rica & Panama

Puerto Caldera Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Quepos's authentic charm
  • Experience Golfito's allure
  • Swim Bahia Potrero's calm waters
  • Marvel at Arenal's majestic volcano
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Puerto Caldera / Puerto Caldera
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper through Costa Rica and Panama, exploring lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life. Highlights include Manuel Antonio, Coiba Island, and Isla Tortuga’s turquoise waters.
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Paradise Tropical Island - Bocas del Toro archipelago - Island Colon
from $24,990
Save $150
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Pristine Islands of the Bahamas & the Panama Canal

Nassau - Panama City - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Explore Nassau’s colonial streets
  • Visit Staniel Cay’s beaches
  • Discover San Salvador’s coral reefs
  • Meet Cabo de La Vela’s Wayuu people
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Nassau / Panama City
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Join an 11-day cruise from Nassau to Panama City on the Scenic Eclipse, exploring the Bahamas' clear waters and vibrant island cultures. Experience highlights like Pig Beach and the Panama Canal, blending leisure with cultural discovery.
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Boats Moored to the Quay at Bridgetown Harbour
from $4,450
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Barbados to Panama

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Bridgetown, Barbados
  • Enjoy Grenada's unique aromas
  • Discover Dutch colonial Curacao
  • Transit the historic Panama Canal
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Bridgetown / Balboa
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Variable
Starting at the Caribbean port of Bridgetown, this 15-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper sails through the turquoise Caribbean waters en route to the Panama Canal, visiting Grenada, Bonaire, Curacao, Aruba, and Colombia along the way. Explore the tropical jungles, snorkel in vibrant reefs, immerse yourself in tribal culture, and marvel at the Panama Canal.
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Panama's turquoise waters
from $4,450
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Panama to Antigua

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Balboa’s colonial charm
  • Transit Panama’s iconic canal
  • Discover San Blas culture
  • Enjoy Aruba’s clear waters
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Balboa / St. John's
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Royal Clipper cruise from Balboa, Panama, featuring a full Panama Canal transit and visits to the San Blas Islands, Cartagena, and the Caribbean gems of Aruba, Curacao, and Bonaire. Experience lush Grenada and volcanic St. Lucia, and finish your journey in Antigua, all while enjoying elegant sailing and stunning island views.
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Snorkeling
from $7,910
No SS
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Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands

Colon - Fort-de-France - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Cartagena colonial old town
  • Visit Santa Marta and Sierra Nevada
  • Visit Bonaire reef marine park
  • Visit Fort-de-France landmarks
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Colon / Fort de France
Activities
Scuba Diving
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Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise through Panaman, Colombia and Caribbean Islands aboard Le Bellot. Visit Cartagena and Santa Marta with guided historic and cultural excursions. Explore the San Blas Islands for beaches, snorkeling, and Kuna culture. The voyage combines nature, culture, and Caribbean island experiences.
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Look for unique birds and other wildlife in the rain forest!
from $12,965
EBD 30%
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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
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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Ruins in Colon, Panama
from $6,695
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South American Explorer: Temples, Jungles & the Panama Canal

Lima to Colon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore Ancient Peru
  • Discover Colombia's Wildlife
  • Transit Panama Canal
  • Experience Ecuador's Coast
Starts / Ends
Callao / Colon
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Citizen Science, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 10-day expedition from Callao (Lima), Peru to Colon, Panama aboard MV Discoverer. Explore ancient archaeological sites, Ecuador’s Pacific coast, Colombia’s biodiverse rainforests, and the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal while enjoying wildlife encounters, cultural discoveries, and enriching days at sea.
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The vivid colors of the San Blas Islands
from $4,330
SS 25%
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Barbados to Panama

Bridgetown - Balboa - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Bridgetown’s heritage
  • Discover St. George’s coastal views
  • Admire Kralendijk’s marine life
  • Wander Willemstad’s streets
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Bridgetown / Balboa
Activities
Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Star Clipper from Bridgetown, Barbados, exploring the Caribbean’s rich culture and history, ending in Balboa, Panama. Visit stunning destinations like Tobago Cays, Grenada, and the San Blas Islands, and experience the Panama Canal.
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