Central America
Panama and Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast: A Central America Odyssey
Panama and Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast: A Central America Odyssey
Trace the sweeping Pacific arc of Panama and Costa Rica on one of the most comprehensive expeditions in the region, where rainforest-clad shores, coral reefs and storied coastal communities reveal a richly layered corner of the globe. From Coiba’s shimmering coral kingdoms to the Emberá villages of Darién and the wild rainforests of Corcovado and Guanacaste, experience the interplay of culture and nature at peak dry season, when wildlife gathers and conditions are ideal for exploration. From aboard the next-generation expedition ship *Greg Mortimer*, venture farther by Zodiac, kayak and on foot, reaching secluded shores and hidden waterways beyond the reach of conventional coastal voyages.
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Trace the sweeping Pacific arc of Panama and Costa Rica on one of the most comprehensive expeditions in the region, where rainforest-clad shores, coral reefs and storied coastal communities reveal a richly layered corner of the globe. From Coiba’s shimmering coral kingdoms to the Emberá villages of Darién and the wild rainforests of Corcovado and Guanacaste, experience the interplay of culture and nature at peak dry season, when wildlife gathers and conditions are ideal for exploration. From aboard the next-generation expedition ship *Greg Mortimer*, venture farther by Zodiac, kayak and on foot, reaching secluded shores and hidden waterways beyond the reach of conventional coastal voyages.
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- Experience an in-depth exploration of Panama and Costa Rica aboard the purpose-built _Greg Mortimer_, featuring expansive observation decks, hydraulic viewing platforms and four Zodiac launch platforms that quickly bring you to wild tropical shores
- Explore the ecosystems of Darién National Park, one of Panama’s most remote and biodiverse regions, and meet the Indigenous Emberá people to learn about their local traditions
- Snorkel amid vibrant marine life in one of Central America’s largest coral reef systems off Coiba Island, part of Coiba National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Go ashore at Corcovado National Park (conditions permitting) to swim in idyllic waterfall pools or trek through lush rainforests, on the lookout for four species of monkeys: howler, spider, squirrel and capuchin
- Hike Curú National Wildlife Refuge—Costa Rica’s first private national wildlife reserve—and discover its remarkable biodiversity, home to hundreds of mammal and bird species, including white-faced capuchin monkeys, turquoise-browed motmots and scarlet macaws
- Choose from three ways to explore the volcanic landscapes of Rincón de la Vieja National Park: Hike where tropical dry habitat meets the temperate cloud forest, swim below Las Chorreras Waterfall or soar through the canopy by zipline
