Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

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8 DAYS FROM $6,620

• Cross the historic Panama Canal and examine its lock system with our experts. • Snorkel the reefs of Isla Coiba, one of Panama’s most remote national parks. • Visit Casa Orquídeas, a flowering tropical paradise accessible only by boat.

Expedition Cruise Light or Moderate

DAY 1 I SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA/ PUERTO CALDERA Upon arrival in San José, transfer to Puerto Caldera and embark our ship. National Geographic Quest for the entire voyage | Meals: 1D

DAY 2 I OSA PENINSULA In Corcovado National Park, swim in waterfall pools, take an optional horseback ride along the beach, or trek through the rainforest for a chance to see four species of monkeys. Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 3–4 I GOLFO DULCE Venture ashore on the white sands of Playa Blanca; then head inland to visit remote indigenous communities. Hike in a mature rainforest or kayak in the Golfo Dulce—one of the world's only tropical fjords. Visit Casa Orquídeas, a stunning botanical garden closed to the public and accessible only by boat. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 5 I COIBA NATIONAL PARK, PANAMA Explore the pristine coral reefs of remote Isla Coiba while swimming, kayaking, or stand-up paddleboarding. Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 6–7 I PANAMA CANAL Discover the islets of the Gulf of Panama by Zodiac or kayak, then set sail for the Panama Canal. The next day, board a Zodiac for a specially arranged visit to Barro Colorado Nature Monument in Gatún Lake, site of a National Geographic–supported wildlife tracking study. Later, continue through the canal's complex lock system. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 8 I COLÓN/PANAMA CITY Disembark in Colón and transfer to Panama City for your flight home. Meals: 1B

A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and local naturalists will accompany this trip.

Maria Fadiman Ethnobotanist

National Geographic Emerging Explorer (2006) Maria Fadiman is a conservationist, a TEDx speaker, and an Explorers Club Fellow who has worked in Costa Rica's rainforests as a naturalist and researcher. In her studies of native plants, she has focused on the cultural and environmental significance of cacao, coffee, and orchids.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered in January, February, and December. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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