Top Central America & the Caribbean Budget Homestays & Cultural Immersion Trips & Packages 2025/2026

Our 57 most popular Central America & the Caribbean Budget Homestays & Cultural Immersion Trips & Packages trips. Compare tour itineraries from 10 tour companies. 96 reviews.

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Panama City, Bocas del Toro & Chiriqui
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4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Bocas Del Toro

Highlights

  • Experience city life, beach life, and jungle life - all in one trip!
  • Enjoy comfortable transfers between all destinations, including a ferry transfer across the bright blue waters near Colon Island Port.
  • See the locks of the famous Panama Canal in Panama City.
  • Spot colorful starfish at Starfish Beach in Bocas del Toro, then look out for monkeys, iguanas, and tropical birds in biodiverse Chiriqui.
  • Stroll through the cobblestone streets of the colonial Casco Viejo neighborhood of Panama City.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"All was awesome"

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Panama City & Bocas del Toro
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4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Bocas Del Toro

Highlights

  • Enjoy the best of both worlds. Live it up in vibrant Panama City, then relax the days away on the beaches of Bocas del Toro.
  • See UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Panama Canal, and other historic landmarks.
  • Try the famous flavors of Panama! Treat yourself to authentic Panamanian favorites made of maize, plantains, yuca, sweet fruits, fresh seafood, and other local ingredients.
  • Hike through lush rainforests, wade through the crystal-clear waters of Starfish Beach, or go snorkeling!
  • Take advantage of your convenient airport transfers. A ride will always be waiting for you.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"All was awesome"

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Natural Costa Rica
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4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Arenal Volcano, San José

Highlights

  • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 7 days!
  • Shared Full-day Tortuga Island Tour, with Light breakfast, Lunch, Cruise & Tour
  • Shared Full-day Arenal Volcano & Local Hot Springs Tour

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"All was awesome"

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Costa Rica Explorer
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4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Guanacaste

Highlights

  • Arrive in Costa Rica's capital San Jose and tour a few of the city's highlights including the neoclassical Teatro Nacional.
  • Watch thousands of turtles nest at Tortuguero National Park, then tour its canals and village!
  • Explore the secret waterfalls and rainforests of Bajos del Toro, one of the most beautiful areas in the country.
  • Hike, bike, and see the elusive Resplendent quetzal bird at Arenal Volcano and its national park.
  • Learn to surf in Guanacaste, a northwestern province on the Pacific known for its pristine beaches and perfect waves!

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats

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"All was awesome"

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Belize: Rainforests, Reefs & Ruins
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3.7/5 Great
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the Maya ruins of Tikal and Lamanai
  • Enjoy the relaxed Caribbean beach atmosphere of San Pedro
  • Zipline and cave-tube deep in the jungle of Central America
  • Snorkel off the coasts of San Pedro and Turneffe Atoll
  • Immerse yourself in a wide spectrum of local cultures and traditions

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"I’ve been traveling with EF Ultimate Break since 2018 and could not recommend it enough! Thanks to EF, I have been able to see 26 different countries over 9 different trips and will get to cross 2 more off on trip number 10 this summer! Not only has EF given me the ability to see the world and experience new things and places, it has also introduced me to some of the best friends in the world! Traveling solo doesn’t have to mean traveling alone and EF makes that happen. I would highly recommend using EF to book your next travels!"

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Costa Rica in 14 days - Magical Night of the Sea Turtles - Charm
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1/5 Terrible
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arenal Volcano, Monteverde, San José

Highlights

  • Arenal
  • Monteverde
  • San José
  • Tamarindo
  • Tortuguero

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Very well organised, excellent guide and information. Superb coach driver."

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Dominican Republic in 11 days - Santo Domingo, Highlands & All-Inc. 5* - Charm
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By Exoticca
preferred
4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Santo Domingo

Highlights

  • Cabarete
  • Jarabacoa
  • Las Terrenas
  • Santo Domingo

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Very well organised, excellent guide and information. Superb coach driver."

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Dominican Republic in 5 days - All-Incl. Paradise in Punta Cana 5* - SEMI LUXURY
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Punta Cana, Santo Domingo

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Very well organised, excellent guide and information. Superb coach driver."

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Central America & the Caribbean Budget Homestays & Cultural Immersion Trips & Packages Reviews

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Andrea

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

My first time with G I didnt know what to expect but I was pleasantly suprised by the professional organisation, fantastic local guides, overall great accommodation and a wonderful group of people from all countries

My first time with G - I didnt know what to expect but I was pleasantly suprised by the professional organisation, fantastic local guides, overall great accommodatio...

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Thomas

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

A great adventure

A great adventure

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Carol

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

G adventure allows you to explore countries that may be outside your comfort zone with an experienced guide that makes you feel safe, enthusiastic, and opens up the world to other cultures

G adventure allows you to explore countries that may be outside your comfort zone with an experienced guide that makes you feel safe, enthusiastic, and opens up the ...

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Angela

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

We crammed more sights and experiences into 2 weeks than I could have ever imagined

We crammed more sights and experiences into 2 weeks than I could have ever imagined. We were able to see things that we wouldn't have been able to on our own, or may...

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Tina-Louise

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

Great experience

Great experience! Great fellow travellors! Great adventure! So happy I did it!!

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