With a history of pirates and ancient Mayan civilizations to the natural wonders and cultural treasures, Central America is teeming with experiences that only a small ship cruise can provide.

Central America is as evocative and multi–faceted as the countries it contains: Belize, Costa Rica, Honduras, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Panama. Where else can you traverse one of mankinds greatest accomplishments, the Panama Canal, explore a rainforest home to macaws, monkeys, sloths and iguanas and relax along pristine beaches.

Small ships can get you closer to these and also provide a more personal experience than the big megaliners that only port at the larger ports of call. Most small ships also have zodiacs which provide shore access in places where no ports or docks are present.

Central American Itineraries

Monteverde + Costa Rica and Panama

Nature is unpredictable and so, inevitably, is the exact course of this voyage. This small ship cruising experience means the pace is unhurried and the options are many, so the itinerary that follows should be considered a general guideline, a thoughtfully considered framework based on Lindblad Expeditions’ experience in the area for two decades. The goal is to provide you with the most extraordinary Baja expedition experience possible. More...

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Panama to Costa Rica + Monteverde, Sarapiqui & Arenal Volcano

Cloud forests, volcanoes, waterfall gardens and the sea: The ultimate allure of a Panama and Costa Rica vacation. This expedition offers an amazing variety of experiences, including an in-depth transit of the Panama Canal; and time on land in Monteverde Cloud Forest and at Arenal Volcano, active since 1968. Explore the area by small ship cruising aboard the versatile Sea Voyager, go kayaking, or use Zodiac landing craft, and snorkeling gear. Join rainforest hikes amid monkeys, sloths and tropical birds. More...

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The Panama Canal & the Wonders of Costa Rica

The Pacific coasts of Panama and Costa Rica are surely among the world's most beautiful and diverse. Here, you find high mountains, tropical rain forest and dozens of idyllic, offshore islands. And, the wildlife is as diverse as the landscape. Join us to explore the coastal regions of neighboring countries for an intriguing blend of nature - plus a transit of the legendary Panama Canal - aboard our intimate vessel. Walk rain forest trails, home to capuchin and howler monkeys, three-toed sloths, iguanas and hummingbirds. Snorkel at Panama's famed Isla Coiba. Kayak along wildlife-rich coastlines. More...

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Between Two Seas

Your Cruise West voyage of exploration in Costa Rica and Panama is a true insider's experience. You'll meet fascinating local people, and visit tropical gardens and wildlife reserves accessible only by special arrangement-and only by small ship. More...

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Rain Forests & Reefs

Sail aboard Le Levant on an extraordinary voyage exploring four Central American countries: Belize, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Panama; an offshore island of Colombia; two bodies of water, the Caribbean and the Pacific; and the Panama Canal. More...

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