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Best of Central America

Trip Type: Explorer

45 Days
| 1 - 16 People

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NZD $10,730.00 /Person
Explore incredible worlds above and below the water through some of Central America's best on this 45-day adventure. Amble down the Yucatan Peninsula to …
Best of Central America

Explore incredible worlds above and below the water through some of Central America's best on this 45-day adventure. Amble down the Yucatan Peninsula to the island paradise of Caye Caulker, then cut inland to the lush jungle around Tikal, cruise to the wide river Rio Dulce and end up among the clouds in Panajachel and Antigua. Continue to the relaxing beach vibes of the Pacific Coast of El Salvador, spot colourful birds perched on the historic facades of Suchitoto and explore the historic cities of Leon and Granada in Nicaragua. Stand in the shadow of mighty Arenal Volcano and spot sloths among the canopy of Monteverde, then admire the towns and steamy jungles of Costa Rice and Panama, stopping off at the stunning islands of Bocas del Toro. With plenty of moments to meet the locals and try the region’s varied cuisines, you can’t go wrong on this carefree Central American journey.

Itinerary

Day 1: Playa del Carmen

Day 2: Playa del Carmen

Day 3: Chetumal

Day 4: Caye Caulker

Day 5: Caye Caulker

Day 6: Caye Caulker

Day 7: San Ignacio

Day 8: San Ignacio

Day 9: Tikal National Park

Day 10: Rio Dulce

Day 11: Rio Dulce

Day 12: Antigua

Day 13: Antigua

Day 14: San Andres Itzapa / Quetzaltenango

Day 15: Quetzaltenango

Day 16: Chichicastenango Market / Panajachel

Day 17: Santiago Atitlan

Day 18: Antigua

Day 19: Antigua

Day 20: Copan, Honduras

Day 21: Copan, Honduras

Day 22: Copan to Suchitoto via Guatemala

Day 23: Suchitoto

Day 24: Pacific Coast

Day 25: Leon

Day 26: Leon

Day 27: Granada

Day 28: Granada

Day 29: Monteverde

Day 30: Monteverde

Day 31: La Fortuna

Day 32: La Fortuna

Day 33: San Jose

Day 34: San Jose 

Day 35: Sarapiqui

Day 36: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Day 37: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Day 38: Bocas del Toro

Day 39: Bocas del Toro

Day 40: Bocas del Toro

Day 41: Boquete

Day 42: Boquete

Day 43: Chitre

Day 44: Panama City

Day 45: Panama City

Trip Inclusions

Meals

21 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included

Transport

Private vehicle, Local bus, Taxi, Private boat, Shared boat, Ferry, Chicken bus

Accomodation

Hotel (42 nights), Lodge (2 nights)

Included Activities

  • Playa del Carmen - Cenote Azul visit
  • Bacalar - Beach club entry
  • Caye Caulker - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Caye Caulker - Cooking Class
  • San Ignacio - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Tikal National Park - Archaeological site (Entrance fee, Guide & Transport)
  • Livingston - River boat trip to Garifuna town
  • Livingston - Garifuna dance class
  • San Andres Itzapa - San Simon shamanic ceremonies
  • Western Highlands - Almolonga vegetable market
  • Quetzaltenango - Chicken Bus Experience
  • Chichicastenango market visit
  • Lake Atitlan - Boat to Santiago Atitlan
  • Santiago Atitlan - Shamanic Keepers of the Shrine of Maximon
  • Antigua - Leader-led Orientation Walk
  • Copan - Guided visit to Archaeological site
  • Suchitoto - Salvadoran Pupusa cooking demonstration
  • Suchitoto - Leader led orientation walk
  • Suchitoto - Indigo Dyeing Demonstration
  • Leon - Leader led orientation walk
  • Masaya - Town & Market Visit
  • Granada - La Laguna de Apoyo Viewpoint
  • Granada - Breakfast at El Cafe de las Sonrisas
  • Monteverde - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Monteverde - Breakfast at women's cooperative cafe
  • La Fortuna - Leader led orientation walk
  • Monteverde - Cloud Forest Reserve with a local guide
  • San Jose - Leader-led orientation walk
  • La Fortuna - Tortilla Making Class and lunch
  • Sarapiqui – Jungle Walk
  • Puerto Viejo de Talamanca - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Puerto Viejo - Hands-on dinner in local home
  • Ngäbe-Buglé Indigenous Community Visit
  • Boquete - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Chitre - Traditional mask workshop
  • Panama City - Miraflores Locks (Panama Canal)
  • Panama City - Leader-led walk in Casco Viejo
Trip Highlights
  • Experience the multiple sides of Central America, whether slumbering on the sands of Caye Caulker and Bocas del Toro, gazing at the pyramids of Tikal or visiting Maya shrines and temples in Guatemala.
  • Visit San Andres Itzapa and see the shamanic ceremonies devoted to San Simon – a popular chain-smoking saint that's stolen the hearts of the Maya people.
  • Hike, cycle or zip-line through Costa Rica’s steamy cloud forests of Monteverde – there are so many ways to experience the lush canopies and unique Central American wildlife.
  • Cruise to Rio Dulce, then float along the river to Livingston, where the Afro-Caribbean Garifuna population heavily influences the local culture. After a scenic boat ride, you’ll walk around the colourful town, watch the fishermen by the docks and join the locals for a dance class.
  • Spend a morning with the Ngabe-Bugle Indigenous community on Isla Popa, learning about local lifestyles as you experience a slice of village life.
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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: QVRQC
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Trip Ends: Panama City, Panama
Countries Visited: Belize

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Destination Details

Belize
| 45 Days
| 1 - 16 People