Caribbean & Central America
The Panama Canal and Costa Rica
Early Booking Savings of $1,000 are available when you book by 06/17/24 and pay in full at the time of booking. If you pay only your deposit by the early booking date, you still save $500 per person.Travel through one of the greatest engineering marvels of our time and immerse yourself in a natural world of wonder as you journey through virgin rainforests and jungle-fringed beaches from Costa Rica to Panama.
Costa Rica’s Natural Heritage
In this small Central American democracy kissed by nature, our small group discovers a nation’s wealth in four distinct regions, from cloud forest to rainforest, Central Valley to Pacific Coast. As Costa Rica presents its staggering display of biodiversity – pristine landscapes, unique microclimates, exotic flora and fauna – we enjoy a relaxed yet comprehensive exploration that celebrates Costa Rica’s wideranging natural resources.
Wild Baja Escape: The Whales of Magdalena Bay
SPECIAL 10% GROUP SAVINGS: Save 10% on cabin fare when traveling with the California Alumni Association/Cal Discoveries Travel on this departure (conditions apply.)Enjoy the best of Baja California and the whales of Magdalena Bay on this six-day escape. We will anchor among the gray whale mothers and calves―playful and friendly, they occasionally approach us in our pangas for close-up views.
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