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Costa Rica expedition cruises: FAQ

How much does Costa Rica cost?

Sailings to Costa Rica in our inventory embark from Liberia, San Jose, Puntarenas and Panama City. Voyages to Costa Rica in our inventory start from $2000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How long is a voyage to Costa Rica?

Itineraries to Costa Rica start from 5 nights.

When do voyages to Costa Rica depart?

Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December.

Which upcoming departures include Costa Rica?

Upcoming departures in our inventory: 31 October 2026 aboard Safari Voyager (UnCruise Adventures, 7 nights, from $9,000); 7 November 2026 aboard Le Bellot (Ponant, 7 nights, from $6,000); 7 November 2026 aboard Safari Voyager (UnCruise Adventures, 7 nights, from $9,000); 14 November 2026 aboard Safari Voyager (UnCruise Adventures, 7 nights, from $9,000); 14 November 2026 aboard Le Bellot (Ponant, 7 nights, from $6,000); 19 November 2026 aboard National Geographic Quest (Lindblad Expeditions, 5 nights, from $2,000); 21 November 2026 aboard Le Bellot (Ponant, 10 nights, from $10,000); 21 November 2026 aboard Safari Voyager (UnCruise Adventures, 7 nights, from $9,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How many itineraries to Central America include Costa Rica?

149 of the 350 departures to Central America currently on sale include Costa Rica, across 7 operators: Lindblad Expeditions, UnCruise Adventures, Ponant, Seabourn, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, Aurora Expeditions and Explora Journeys.

Which cruise lines sail to Costa Rica?

7 operators in our inventory currently offer departures to Costa Rica: Lindblad Expeditions, UnCruise Adventures, Ponant, Seabourn, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, Aurora Expeditions and Explora Journeys.

How many departures to Costa Rica are on sale, and when do they leave?

149 scheduled departures to Costa Rica are currently on sale, with sailing dates in January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December.

How long are itineraries to Costa Rica?

Itineraries to Costa Rica in our inventory range from 5 to 144 nights.

What is the most common itinerary length for Costa Rica, and when is departure activity highest?

The most common itinerary length to Costa Rica in our inventory is 7 nights, and January has the highest number of scheduled departures.

Which ships operate in Costa Rica?

Ships sailing Costa Rica in our inventory include Safari Voyager (UnCruise Adventures, 66 guests), National Geographic Quest (Lindblad Expeditions, 100 guests), Le Bellot (Ponant, 184 guests), National Geographic Venture (Lindblad Expeditions, 100 guests) and Le Bougainville (Ponant, 184 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.

Where do voyages to Costa Rica embark?

Departures to Costa Rica in our inventory embark from Liberia, San Jose, Puntarenas and Panama City.

Which places feature on itineraries to Costa Rica?

Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Colón, San Blas Islands, Playa Muerto, Curú Wildlife Refuge, Puerto Jimenez, Golfito, Pearls Islands and Pacheca Island. Exact calls vary by itinerary and are subject to weather and local conditions.

Are any Costa Rica departures discounted right now?

Yes: 9 of the Costa Rica departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 31%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

What are the cancellation terms for Costa Rica voyages?

Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in Costa Rica, deposits are refundable in full until 151 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.

How do starting prices for Costa Rica compare across operators?

Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Ponant from $2000, Lindblad Expeditions from $2000, Explora Journeys from $5000, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises from $8000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

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