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Costa Rica & Panama Discovery

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$2,514

12 days From$1,862

Highlights

Put your chef’s hat on and help prepare a traditional Caribbean dinner with a local family in their home in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Swim in clear ocean waters, stop in at shacks serving cold cerveza and kick back on sandy shores covered in starfish in the Bocas del Toro, where you spend three nights on Isla Colon.
Head to the coffee plantations, waterfalls and caldera hot springs of Boquete – a highland town so beautiful you’ll hardly miss the beach at all!
Spend a morning with the Ngabe-Bugle indigenous community on Isla Popa, learning about local lifestyles as you get to experience a slice of village life.
Learn about the scale of the Panama Canal during a visit to the Miraflores Lock, then get to know Panama City during a guided stroll through Casco Viejo.

26% OFF$2,514

12 days From$1,862

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Ultimate Central America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$11,219

58 days From$8,310

Highlights

The stars of this trip are the dramatic and varied landscapes of lush Central America. Active volcanoes, ancient ruins, idyllic beaches and emerald jungles – this trip has got you covered.
Escape the Mexican heat in the highlands of San Cristobal de las Casas. This old-world town is surrounded by indigenous villages that have retained their traditional customs and roots.
Get to know contemporary Maya life during a homestay in San Juan La Laguna, a village sitting on the shores of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, where you can share meals and conversation with a local family.
Clear sea perfect for swimming, shacks serving cold cerveza and sandy shores covered in starfish are waiting in Panama's Bocas del Toro, where you spend three nights on Isla Colon.
Hike, cycle or zip-line through the steamy cloud forests of Monteverde in Costa Rica – there’s so many ways to experience the lush canopies and unique Central American wildlife.

26% OFF$11,219

58 days From$8,310

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Best of Central America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$7,634

44 days From$5,655

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 shopping in the vibrant markets of Chichicastenango.
Get to know contemporary Maya life during a homestay in San Juan La Laguna, a village on the shores of Lake Atitlan, where you can share meals and conversation with a local family.
Hike, cycle or zip-line through Costa Rica’s steamy cloud forests of Monteverde – there’s so many ways to experience the lush canopies and unique Central American wildlife.
Cruise up the Rio Dulce to your waterfront jungle lodge, then maybe grab a beer and relax while the sounds of nature fill the air.
Put your chef hat on and help prepare a traditional Caribbean dinner in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

26% OFF$7,634

44 days From$5,655

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Epic South America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

29% OFF$8,341

39 days From$5,958

Highlights

Head to a local community and rub shoulders with the inhabitants of the Sacred Valley – if you’re lucky, your travel day might even fall on market day where you can pick up some hand-painted beads or a warm poncho.
Roam the Amazon Jungle by boat at night (with an expert local) and float down the river, keeping an eye out for the glaring eyes of jaguars, anacondas and caimans.
Embark on a three-day adventure by 4WD across the rocky Atacama Desert in Salar de Uyuni and the largest salt lakes in the world. Pass cactus islands, train cemeteries and mineral lakes teeming with birdlife.
Whether you trek the Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose. Intrepid is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all.
The mighty Iguazu Falls straddles the border between Argentina and Brazil, and you’ll cross the border to see its incredible cascades from both sides.

29% OFF$8,341

39 days From$5,958

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Real Bolivia to Brazil

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

29% OFF$6,139

25 days From$4,385

Highlights

See the mighty Iguazu Falls, which straddles the border between Argentina and Brazil, and cross that border to see its incredible cascades from both sides.
Spend two nights at a working estancia (farm) in Uruguay, where you can spend your time getting involved in farm work, learning about gauchos, riding horses or simply relaxing in the sun.
Embark on a three-day adventure by 4WD across the rocky Atacama Desert in Salar de Uyuni and the largest salt lakes in the world. Pass cactus islands, train cemeteries and mineral lakes teeming with birdlife.
Explore Bolivian culture in La Paz, from the city’s booming industry to the traditionally dressed residents selling ancient potions at the Witches’ Market.
Get under the skin of Buenos Aires – with its eclectic neighbourhoods, thriving nightlife, food and wine culture and huge theatre scene, this is the perfect way to end your adventure!

29% OFF$6,139

25 days From$4,385

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Amazing Central America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$5,279

28 days From$3,910

Highlights

Hike, cycle or zip-line through the steamy cloud forests of Monteverde – there’s so many ways to experience the lush canopies and see unique Central American wildlife.
Try out your Nicaragua sign language skills when you order breakfast at an atmospheric cafe housed in a historic building that is managed and staffed by members of the local deaf community.
Put your chef hat on and help prepare a traditional Caribbean dinner with a local family in their home in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Clear sea perfect for swimming, shacks serving cold cerveza and sandy shores covered in starfish are waiting in the Bocas del Toro, where you spend three nights on Isla Colon.
Spend a morning with the Ngabe-Bugle indigenous community on Isla Popa, learning about local lifestyles as you get to experience a slice of village life.

26% OFF$5,279

28 days From$3,910

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Real Argentina to Brazil

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

29% OFF$3,899

14 days From$2,785

Highlights

Spend two nights at a working estancia (farm) in Uruguay, where you can spend your time getting involved in farm work, learning about gauchos, riding horses or simply relaxing in the sun.
The mighty Iguazu Falls straddles the border between Argentina and Brazil, and you’ll cross the border to see its incredible cascades from both sides.
Soak up the sights of Buenos Aires – explore the historic city centre, sample Argentinian BBQ and watch the city turn into a nightlife hotspot.
You’ll have plenty of time to choose your own adventure at Ilha Grande with a full day on the island. If hiking, boating, kayaking or lazing on a beach is your thing, you’ll be well and truly covered.
Finish off your travels in the bright lights of Rio de Janeiro – a unique combination of city, beach and mountains famed for its party scene and rhythmic music.

29% OFF$3,899

14 days From$2,785

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Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama

By Exodus Adventure Travels

premier

4.7/5

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$9,113

15 days From$6,750

Highlights

Cycle through three different countries in two weeks
Relax on Pacific beaches and the idyllic Caribbean islands of Bocas del Toro
Discover the dramatic Ometepe Island, with its twin volcanic peaks
Ride along the Panama Canal, see the Miraflores Locks in action
Look for wildlife in the national parks of Costa Rica

26% OFF$9,113

15 days From$6,750

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Costa Rica & Panama Discovery

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$2,514

12 days From$1,862

Highlights

Put your chef’s hat on and help prepare a traditional Caribbean dinner with a local family in their home in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Swim in clear ocean waters, stop in at shacks serving cold cerveza and kick back on sandy shores covered in starfish in the Bocas del Toro, where you spend three nights on Isla Colon.
Head to the coffee plantations, waterfalls and caldera hot springs of Boquete – a highland town so beautiful you’ll hardly miss the beach at all!
Spend a morning with the Ngabe-Bugle indigenous community on Isla Popa, learning about local lifestyles as you get to experience a slice of village life.
Learn about the scale of the Panama Canal during a visit to the Miraflores Lock, then get to know Panama City during a guided stroll through Casco Viejo.

26% OFF$2,514

12 days From$1,862

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Ultimate Central America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$11,219

58 days From$8,310

Highlights

The stars of this trip are the dramatic and varied landscapes of lush Central America. Active volcanoes, ancient ruins, idyllic beaches and emerald jungles – this trip has got you covered.
Escape the Mexican heat in the highlands of San Cristobal de las Casas. This old-world town is surrounded by indigenous villages that have retained their traditional customs and roots.
Get to know contemporary Maya life during a homestay in San Juan La Laguna, a village sitting on the shores of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, where you can share meals and conversation with a local family.
Clear sea perfect for swimming, shacks serving cold cerveza and sandy shores covered in starfish are waiting in Panama's Bocas del Toro, where you spend three nights on Isla Colon.
Hike, cycle or zip-line through the steamy cloud forests of Monteverde in Costa Rica – there’s so many ways to experience the lush canopies and unique Central American wildlife.

26% OFF$11,219

58 days From$8,310

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Best of Central America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$7,634

44 days From$5,655

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 shopping in the vibrant markets of Chichicastenango.
Get to know contemporary Maya life during a homestay in San Juan La Laguna, a village on the shores of Lake Atitlan, where you can share meals and conversation with a local family.
Hike, cycle or zip-line through Costa Rica’s steamy cloud forests of Monteverde – there’s so many ways to experience the lush canopies and unique Central American wildlife.
Cruise up the Rio Dulce to your waterfront jungle lodge, then maybe grab a beer and relax while the sounds of nature fill the air.
Put your chef hat on and help prepare a traditional Caribbean dinner in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

26% OFF$7,634

44 days From$5,655

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Epic South America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

29% OFF$8,341

39 days From$5,958

Highlights

Head to a local community and rub shoulders with the inhabitants of the Sacred Valley – if you’re lucky, your travel day might even fall on market day where you can pick up some hand-painted beads or a warm poncho.
Roam the Amazon Jungle by boat at night (with an expert local) and float down the river, keeping an eye out for the glaring eyes of jaguars, anacondas and caimans.
Embark on a three-day adventure by 4WD across the rocky Atacama Desert in Salar de Uyuni and the largest salt lakes in the world. Pass cactus islands, train cemeteries and mineral lakes teeming with birdlife.
Whether you trek the Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose. Intrepid is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all.
The mighty Iguazu Falls straddles the border between Argentina and Brazil, and you’ll cross the border to see its incredible cascades from both sides.

29% OFF$8,341

39 days From$5,958

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Real Bolivia to Brazil

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

29% OFF$6,139

25 days From$4,385

Highlights

See the mighty Iguazu Falls, which straddles the border between Argentina and Brazil, and cross that border to see its incredible cascades from both sides.
Spend two nights at a working estancia (farm) in Uruguay, where you can spend your time getting involved in farm work, learning about gauchos, riding horses or simply relaxing in the sun.
Embark on a three-day adventure by 4WD across the rocky Atacama Desert in Salar de Uyuni and the largest salt lakes in the world. Pass cactus islands, train cemeteries and mineral lakes teeming with birdlife.
Explore Bolivian culture in La Paz, from the city’s booming industry to the traditionally dressed residents selling ancient potions at the Witches’ Market.
Get under the skin of Buenos Aires – with its eclectic neighbourhoods, thriving nightlife, food and wine culture and huge theatre scene, this is the perfect way to end your adventure!

29% OFF$6,139

25 days From$4,385

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Amazing Central America

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$5,279

28 days From$3,910

Highlights

Hike, cycle or zip-line through the steamy cloud forests of Monteverde – there’s so many ways to experience the lush canopies and see unique Central American wildlife.
Try out your Nicaragua sign language skills when you order breakfast at an atmospheric cafe housed in a historic building that is managed and staffed by members of the local deaf community.
Put your chef hat on and help prepare a traditional Caribbean dinner with a local family in their home in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Clear sea perfect for swimming, shacks serving cold cerveza and sandy shores covered in starfish are waiting in the Bocas del Toro, where you spend three nights on Isla Colon.
Spend a morning with the Ngabe-Bugle indigenous community on Isla Popa, learning about local lifestyles as you get to experience a slice of village life.

26% OFF$5,279

28 days From$3,910

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Real Argentina to Brazil

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

29% OFF$3,899

14 days From$2,785

Highlights

Spend two nights at a working estancia (farm) in Uruguay, where you can spend your time getting involved in farm work, learning about gauchos, riding horses or simply relaxing in the sun.
The mighty Iguazu Falls straddles the border between Argentina and Brazil, and you’ll cross the border to see its incredible cascades from both sides.
Soak up the sights of Buenos Aires – explore the historic city centre, sample Argentinian BBQ and watch the city turn into a nightlife hotspot.
You’ll have plenty of time to choose your own adventure at Ilha Grande with a full day on the island. If hiking, boating, kayaking or lazing on a beach is your thing, you’ll be well and truly covered.
Finish off your travels in the bright lights of Rio de Janeiro – a unique combination of city, beach and mountains famed for its party scene and rhythmic music.

29% OFF$3,899

14 days From$2,785

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Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama

By Exodus Adventure Travels

premier

4.7/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

26% OFF$9,113

15 days From$6,750

Highlights

Cycle through three different countries in two weeks
Relax on Pacific beaches and the idyllic Caribbean islands of Bocas del Toro
Discover the dramatic Ometepe Island, with its twin volcanic peaks
Ride along the Panama Canal, see the Miraflores Locks in action
Look for wildlife in the national parks of Costa Rica

26% OFF$9,113

15 days From$6,750

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Lisa

Sep 2015

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Costa Rica & Panama Discoveryby Intrepid Travel

I had a great time on the

I had a great time on the trip. I got to see alot of Panama and our guide was fantastic! However, I was one of 4 people not travelling as a couple. I also didn't rea...

jocelyn

Sep 2015

Written on

Costa Rica & Panama Discoveryby Intrepid Travel

Excellent organisation of all activities with a

Excellent organisation of all activities with a good balance of travel and free time.

Sophie

Sep 2015

Written on

Costa Rica & Panama Discoveryby Intrepid Travel

I would have given a higher score

I would have given a higher score but the guide was not an asset to the trip.

Ajay

Sep 2015

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Costa Rica & Panama Discoveryby Intrepid Travel

I have travelled using Intrepid for a

I have travelled using Intrepid for a while now and whils...

Sarah Rann

Apr 2018

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Wonders of Central America - 22 daysby On The Go Tours

Fantastic! It was an incredible experience

The places included on the itinerary were just right. The right places in order to get a feel for the countries we visited. I can't stop telling my family and frien...

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