Costa Rica & the Panama Canal

Lindblad Expeditions©Copyright Alexandra C. Daley-Clark

January 15 - 22, 2023

Length: 8 days

Region(s): Caribbean & Central America

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Ocean Cruise

Free round-trip air if booked by June 30, 2022

Operated by Lindblad Expeditions

Tour Highlights

A land of contrasts: the renowned natural beauty of Costa Rica and the tropical wildness of Panama; the
stark concrete of the Panama Canal, a marvel of engineering in constant use for nearly 100 years.
Travel with us as we go by expedition ship for a unique 2-day Canal transit and rare opportunities to explore deep in the jungle.
We’ll cruise aboard one of the newest 100-guest ships in Lindblad Expeditions’ fleet, the National Geographic Quest.
We’ll journey through the intricate locks of the Panama Canal for an up-close view, plus enjoy special access to Corcovado National Park, and visit with inspiring families living in remote communities on the Osa Peninsula.
And if you choose, ride horseback through the rainforest or explore a jungle shoreline by kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Snorkel a vibrant undersea garden, and cruise along mangroves aboard our Zodiac.
The region is home to iconic wildlife—brilliant macaws, howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys, sloths, and vibrantly colored butterflies.

Activity Level 2

What to expect: These trips often travel by motor coach, ship, or train. Touring days may include full-day motor coach excursions or extended periods of standing and walking during city tours, museum visits, and/or outdoor activities. Travelers should be able to board transportation, walk over sometimes-uneven terrain, and climb a few flights of stairs, occasionally without handrails or assistance. Elevators are not always available. Outings last 2–4 hours most days.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk two to four miles, or 4,600–6,900 steps, each day.