Costa Rica & the Panama Canal

Lindblad Expeditions

February 17 - 24, 2024

Length: 8 days

Region(s): Caribbean & Central America

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Ocean Cruise

Book by Aug. 31, 2023 and choose either a $700 air credit per person or a free pre-or-post voyage 3-DAY PANAMA CITY EXTENSION on this departure date. New bookings only. Subject to availability and may not be combined with other offers.

Operated by Lindblad Expeditions

Tour Highlights

Venture into remote wilderness: hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, and explore far from any inhabited places.
Transit the Panama Canal over two days to see it by day and in the coolness of night—plus an exclusive stop at the Smithsonian Research Institute.
Discover the wild rainforests of Corcovado National Park, which National Geographic dubbed “the most biologically intense place on Earth”.
Explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take a Zodiac cruise up a wild river.
Meet the Emberá people of Panama, who welcome us into their village, and meet others working to protect this eco paradise.
Book by April June 30, 2023 and choose either a $700 air credit per person or a free pre-or-post voyage 3-DAY PANAMA CITY EXTENSION on this departure date. New bookings only. Subject to availability and may not be combined with other offers. Credit will be deducted from cabin fare prior to any additional applicable savings.
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* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

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.