Best of Central America

Best of Central America

Explore incredible worlds above and below the water through some of Central America’s best. Amble down the Yucatan Peninsula to the island paradise of Caye Caulker, then cutting inland, hit the lush jungle around Tikal, cruise to the wide river Rio Dulce and end up among the clouds in Panajachel and Antigua. Continue to the relaxing beach vibes on the dark sands of El Cuco, spot colourful birds perched on the colonial facades of Suchitoto, stand in the shadow of mighty Arenal Volcano and spot sloths among the canopy of Monteverde, then admire the colonial towns, steamy jungles of Costa Rice and Panama, stopping off at the stunning islands of Bocas del Toro. With your local leader to steer you in the direction of the best bars and surf breaks plus a small group of adventurers to enjoy them with, you can’t go wrong on this carefree Central American journey.

Activities

• Caye Caulker – Leader-led orientation walk
• San Ignacio – Leader-led orientation walk
• Tikal National Park – Tikal archaeological site (entrance fee, no guide)
• Leader-led Informal Spanish Lesson
• Chichicastenango – Market Visit
• Chichicastenango – Shaman Visit
• San Jorge La Laguna – Traditional Maya Homestay
• Panajachel – Leader-led orientation walk
• Antigua – Leader-led orientation walk
• San Miguel – Salvadoran Pupusa cooking demonstration
• Copan Ruins – Visit
• Suchitoto – Leader led orientation walk
• Leon – Leader led orientation walk
• Granada – Breakfast at El Cafe de las Sonrisas
• Monteverde – Leader-led orientation walk
• La Fortuna – Leader led orientation walk
• San Jose – Orientation Walk
• Puerto Viejo – Leader-led orientation walk
• Puerto Viejo – Hands-on dinner in local home
• Boquete – Leader-led orientation walk
• Leader-led Informal Spanish Lesson
• Panama City – Leader-led walk in Casco Viejo
• Panama City – Leader-led walk along part of the Cinta Costera (Causeway) including a visit to the Fish Market

Highlights

• Whether its slumbering on the sands of Playa del Carmen, gazing at the pyramids of Tikal or haggling in the vibrant markets of Chichicastenango, you’ll experience multiple sides of Central America.
• Get to know contemporary Maya life during a homestay in San Jorge La Laguna, a lakeside village where you can share meals and conversation with a local family.
• Nicaragua is often neglected by travellers in favour of its neighbours but their loss is your gain as you’ll have incredible Ometepe Island, which was formed by massive volcanoes, pretty much all to yourself.
• Hike, cycle or zip-line through the steamy cloud forests of Monteverde – there’s so many ways to experience the lush canopies and unique Central American wildlife.
• Clear sea perfect for swimming, shacks serving cold cerveza and sandy shores covered in starfish are waiting in the Bocas del Toro, where you spend three nights on Isla Colon.
• Cruise up the Rio Dulce to your waterfront jungle lodge, then maybe grab a beer and relax while the sounds of nature fill the air.
• Put your chef hat on and help prepare a traditional Caribbean dinner with a local family in their home in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.