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153 Central America & the Caribbean Budget Culture Trips & Packages trips. Tours from 46 tour companies. 396 reviews.

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Discovery Panama Cruise
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Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Exceptional attention to detail and levels of customer service
  • Enjoy a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience up close the history and operation of the Panama Canal
  • Visit a traditional indigenous Embera Indian Village in the Darien jungle
  • Kayak and snorkel around a sunken submarine near the Pearl Islands
  • Panamanian haute gastronomy

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Because of the pandemic, we had to reschedule our cruise from July of 2020 to December 2020. Airlines were not flying out of our city to Manaus in December, so we had to cancel our cruise and asked for a refund, and was denied. I would never work with this cruise line again."

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9 - Day Costa Rica Small Group Adventure
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Small group soft adventure trip limited to no more than 6 travelers, perfect for solo travelers and couples.
  • Raft Central America's premier whitewater river, the Pacuare River!
  • Great rainforest hikes, wonderful scenery, classic wildlife, and hot springs!
  • Beach time for R&R or surfing
  • Starts in San Jose, ends at Liberia International Airport, so no back tracking to San Jose to maximize your time in country.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"Just got back from an incredible adventure. Bhutan was more than I could have ever expected. There was an abundance of good travel karma throughout the trip. The guide, Bhim, was great, very accommodating, and personalized the trip in many amazing ways, and though him I got to know the people and the culture close up and personal. The whole thing went off without a hitch. Bhutan was the most amazing place I have ever been."

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Ultimate Costa Rica Hiking Adventure
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore cloud forest hiking of Cerro de la Muerte
  • Experience El Brujo cloud forest hiking, transfer to Puerto Jimenez
  • Enjoy Trek Los Patos to Sirena Ranger Station in Corcovado
  • Experience the best wildlife hotspot in Costa Rica: Sirena Ranger Station in fabulous Corcovado.
  • Hike Sirena to La Leona Ranger Station
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, Birding, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"Just got back from an incredible adventure. Bhutan was more than I could have ever expected. There was an abundance of good travel karma throughout the trip. The guide, Bhim, was great, very accommodating, and personalized the trip in many amazing ways, and though him I got to know the people and the culture close up and personal. The whole thing went off without a hitch. Bhutan was the most amazing place I have ever been."

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Custom Designed Trip
Lodging level
lodgingLevelName
Physical level
N/A

Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Belize: Research & Conservation Experience
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Volunteering directly with manatees to monitor conservation efforts
  • Taking a boat to a remote island off the coast of Belize
  • Exploring pristine beaches and rainforests scouting for wildlife
  • Uncovering waterfalls tucked deep in the jungle & exploring mystical caves
  • Snorkeling over colorful reefs in the crystal blue Caribbean waters
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, 50 Plus, Education / Learning, National Parks, Volunteering & Community Service, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Our trip started off with a lunch at Maya Gardens. We went to see the poultry in their pens while waiting for lunch, thinking it was a petting zoo. The poor birds did not have water or any indication that they ever had water. One of the turkeys was lying on it's side looking very sick. No one would give them water when I asked them to. The lunch was so awful I did not eat meat for the rest of the trip. I sent a video to Angela Bailey telling her this is not what we want to see when on a conservation trip and she acted like I was lying. Our guides were lazy and not caring about us. They took us to overpriced markets to get fleeced by the sellers there. At the anti-poaching farm tour, we had to walk over a bridge with wires on it, to keep wildlife in. One of our travelers, who was 65 years old, tripped over it and had to go to the hospital. No one warned her about the wires. Then, trying to get off the safari trucks, she was so very very sore and no guides helped her to get out of the truck. Completely appalling. The guides had very poor communication skills that worked for Discover Corps. I was forced to get vaccinated while in Kenya, because the laws changed while we were there. I asked if I could try to get out of the airport first and if I could not then get the vaccine. Discover Corps said "If you choose to do that, you are on your own". The conditions of medical in Kenya is not like the US and it was awful. The airport didn't even ask me for my vaccine card on the way out. DC could have worked with me on trying this first before forcing me to get this vaccine in a poor 3rd world country. Also, my vaccine card had the wrong date of birth and my name did not match what is on my passport. The doctor tried to get me to tip the nurse giving me the vaccine. The guides dropped us off curbside at the airport and left us there to navigate. I will NEVER use this company again. They did not have my back on anything that happened and Angela Bailey never contacted me to follow up about my experience after this trip was over."

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Discover Central America
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Oh mayan, central america, what a land. a palace of mysterious ruins, active volcanoes, idyllic beaches and emerald jungles. get a taste of seven different countries on an epic latin adventure that takes in the sights and offers a whole heap of optional activities too.
  • Extended time in caye caulker and antigua offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy laid-back island vibes as well as buzzing colonial city life.
  • There's nothing quite like staying with a local family to really experience a place. you'll be feasting at breakfast and dinner, and improving your spanish with the locals in san jorge la laguna in no time.
  • There are loads of sides to central america and you’ll get a taste of so many - slumbering on the sands of playa del carmen, gazing at the pyramids of tikal or haggling in the markets of chichicastenango.
  • Travel to el salvador and back in time in the colonial town of suchitoto. then summon your best beach bum/inner surfie with the beautiful black-sand beaches and surf of el cuco and el tunco.
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"FANTASTIC. Start to finish it is such a fantastic taste of Central America, all the destinations are interesting and you can do as much or as little as you choose."

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Central America in Depth
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • This overland adventure allows you to see some of the best of central america in one trip, covering big parts of mexico, belize and guatemala.
  • Eat your way through arty oaxaca. mole, mezcal and chocolate for dinner? delicioso!
  • Escape the mexican heat in san cristobal de las casas. this old-world town is surrounded by ancient tribal villages that still have their traditional customs and roots.
  • Chichen itza is one the new seven wonders of the world and it's not hard to see why – strolling around these ancient mayan ruins feels pretty amazing.
  • Extended time in caye caulker and antigua offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy laid-back island vibes as well as buzzing colonial city life.
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"FANTASTIC. Start to finish it is such a fantastic taste of Central America, all the destinations are interesting and you can do as much or as little as you choose."

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Dominican Republic – Heart & Soul of the Caribbean
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Live surrounded by idyllic beaches, upbeat Caribbean music, and friendly local communities
  • Explore the tropical countryside by hiking to rural villages, snorkeling over the clear Caribbean Sea
  • Uncovering pristine beaches set amongst lush mountain landscapes
  • Visit an ecological park where you can explore cool swimming holes and even zip-line through the rainforest

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, National Parks, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Our trip started off with a lunch at Maya Gardens. We went to see the poultry in their pens while waiting for lunch, thinking it was a petting zoo. The poor birds did not have water or any indication that they ever had water. One of the turkeys was lying on it's side looking very sick. No one would give them water when I asked them to. The lunch was so awful I did not eat meat for the rest of the trip. I sent a video to Angela Bailey telling her this is not what we want to see when on a conservation trip and she acted like I was lying. Our guides were lazy and not caring about us. They took us to overpriced markets to get fleeced by the sellers there. At the anti-poaching farm tour, we had to walk over a bridge with wires on it, to keep wildlife in. One of our travelers, who was 65 years old, tripped over it and had to go to the hospital. No one warned her about the wires. Then, trying to get off the safari trucks, she was so very very sore and no guides helped her to get out of the truck. Completely appalling. The guides had very poor communication skills that worked for Discover Corps. I was forced to get vaccinated while in Kenya, because the laws changed while we were there. I asked if I could try to get out of the airport first and if I could not then get the vaccine. Discover Corps said "If you choose to do that, you are on your own". The conditions of medical in Kenya is not like the US and it was awful. The airport didn't even ask me for my vaccine card on the way out. DC could have worked with me on trying this first before forcing me to get this vaccine in a poor 3rd world country. Also, my vaccine card had the wrong date of birth and my name did not match what is on my passport. The doctor tried to get me to tip the nurse giving me the vaccine. The guides dropped us off curbside at the airport and left us there to navigate. I will NEVER use this company again. They did not have my back on anything that happened and Angela Bailey never contacted me to follow up about my experience after this trip was over."

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Costa Rica Wildlife Holiday
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Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Relish the diverse flora and fauna of Costa Rica
  • Benefit from the expertise of your naturalist guide
  • Explore by boat and on foot
  • Travel to less-visited parks and reserves
  • Experience a nocturnal walk in the rainforest
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Birding, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Attention to detail, actually listened to what we wanted and our budget and delivered an experience that truly met our hopeful expectations. Great service, great communication and clear information all the way."

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Hui

Sep 2015

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The itinerary was well thought out. Our

The itinerary was well thought out. Our trip leader Carlos was very helpful and friendly.

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Thomas

Sep 2015

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Primarily because Carlos was fantastic!Otherwise the trip

Primarily because Carlos was fantastic!Otherwise the trip was well planned and executed.

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Heather

Sep 2015

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We had an amazing group and Carlos

We had an amazing group and Carlos was incredible, kind and well organized.

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KIMBERLY

Sep 2015

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Intrepid made traveling alone a very pleasant

Intrepid made traveling alone a very pleasant experienc...

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Ryan

Sep 2015

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Mostly down to our fantastic guide Carlos.

Mostly down to our fantastic guide Carlos. He was absolutely awesome, and made everything so easy for us all whilst at the same time being great fun to hang out with...

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