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Central American Explorer (16 destinations)

25 days
From Panama City to Antigua
4.2
11 traveler reviews
Central American Explorer (16 destinations) - Explore!
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 18
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • Visit the modern wonder of the Panama Canal
  • Search for the beautiful quetzal in Monteverde
  • Relax on the beautiful Bocas De Toro archipelago
  • Learn of the Maya culture at the UNESCO Copan ruins
  • Explore the elegant colonial city and volcanoes of Antigua

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join tour in Panama City (Panama)
  2. Day 2 Panama Canal visit; afternoon free to explore the city
  3. Day 3 Public bus to David then head to Boquete
  4. Day 4 Drive and boat to the Bocas del Toro Archipelago
  5. Day 5 In Bocas del Toro, optional boat trip around the islands
  6. Day 6 Journey to Sarapiqui (Costa Rica)
  7. Day 7 Travel to Arenal; optional evening bathe in hot springs
  8. Day 8 Drive to Monteverde Cloudforest Reserve via Arenal Volcano
  9. Day 9 Guided reserve walk; optional canopy tour and night walk
  10. Day 10 Transfer to Rincon de la Vieja and free afternoon for optional hiking
  11. Day 11 Visit the Rincon de la Vieja National park
  12. Day 12 Travel to Ometepe (Nicaragua); optional walks
  13. Day 13 Free day to discover Ometepe Island
  14. Day 14 Journey to the mainland and head to Granada
  15. Day 15 Morning hiking the Mombacho crater; afternoon free to explore
  16. Day 16 Drive to Leon; city tour and optional Cerro Negro Volcano hike
  17. Day 17 Journey to El Salvador via the Gulf of Fonseca
  18. Day 18 Visit to San Salvador city and Joya de Ceren Archaeological site; drive to Suchitoto
  19. Day 19 Free day in Suchitoto; Optional boat trip on Lake Suchitlan or Indigo workshop
  20. Day 20 Transfer to Copan, Honduras
  21. Day 21 Visit the UNESCO Site of Copan, free afternoon
  22. Day 22 Drive to Antigua (Guatemala); walking tour of the town
  23. Day 23 Free day to explore Antigua or optional trip to Chichicastenango Market
  24. Day 24 Free day to spend in Antigua or choose to visit Lake Atitlan
  25. Day 25 Tour ends Antigua
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What's Included

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  • Transport
  • Optional Extras

What's Not Included

  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

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Number of tours

455

Age Range

16 to 85 years old

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Response rate

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Good
    3.1
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Food
    Good
    4.0
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  • A
    · March 12th, 2023
    Costa Rica wildlife Volcanoes and volcano walking Sunsets (with cocktails!) Lake Atitlan Market and visiting our Tour Leader's bar/restaurant at Chichicastenango
    Trip date: January 2023
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  • A
    · February 6th, 2023
    Boat trip,snorkelling and great meal at Bocas Del Toro Panama. Panama Canal amazing to see in flesh. Costa Rica amazing colourful country and friendly people, also simple tasty food. Night time volcano trip in Nicaragua absolutely amazing. A lot of amazing towns along the way, Granada, Leon and Antigua, Guatemala market so colourful
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    Trip date: January 2023
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  • A
    · February 6th, 2023
    Optional trip to Volcano lake in Guatemala, volcano climb in Nicaragua again optional trip Visit to Copan.
    Trip date: January 2023
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  • A
    · February 8th, 2023
    The wildlife in Costa Rica The optional trip do the volcano to see the magma at night.
    Trip date: January 2023
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  • A
    · February 8th, 2023
    Apart from our tour leader, seeing the wonderful wildlife, especially in Costa Rica, the Mayan ruins at Copan, witnessing various aspects of volcanoes + the Hispanic culture.
    Trip date: January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · February 4th, 2023
    Rincon de la Vieja National Park was amazing. We spotted a rare mammal there which was very exciting. Ometepe Island was a great experience. Sarapiqui also great. Masaya Volcano spectacular and Copan and Antigua beautiful.
    Trip date: January 2023
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  • A
    · February 10th, 2023
    Range of countries, detailed information and different activities. Best of all was Tommy Morales our guide who went above and beyond with many surprises and the as always available with a cheery attitude.
    Trip date: January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · March 12th, 2020
    Tomas, the guide was first class
    Trip date: February 2020
  • A
    · March 4th, 2020
    | enjoyed the trip vey much...very diverse.. Only one moan..the optional trips were a little expensive. Apart from that it was great!
    Trip date: February 2020
  • A
    · March 4th, 2020
    I shall be nominating the tour leader for an Explore Award.
    Trip date: February 2020

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Central American Explorer (16 destinations)
From Panama City to Antigua

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 124423

  • Currencies
    Costa Rican Colon
    Costa Rica
    Q
    Quetzal
    Guatemala
    L
    Lempira
    Honduras
    C$
    Cordoba Oro
    Nicaragua
    B/.
    Balboa
    Panama
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    As a traveler from USA, Canada you will need an adaptor for types G, I. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for types A, B, I. As a traveler from Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types A, B, G. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B, G, I.

    Type A
    Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama
    Type B
    Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama
    Type G
    Guatemala
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    Guatemala
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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Yellow fever - Recommended for Panama. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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