153 Central America vacations found
Central America activity vacation, Costa Rica & Panama
An escape to Costa Rica rainforest and idyllic Panama waters
From US $2,255 to US $2,840 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Marine conservation in Belize
Monitor reefs in the Caribbean
From US $1,330 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures on weekends but transfers can be made on other days at an extra cost
The secret to happiness? Experiences not things! $465 off a trip to Belize - a savings of 35% off our regular price of $1330! Applies only to trips booked for travel between Oct 1st 2018 to Feb 28th, 2019!
Costa Rica tour
Explore the Caribbean coast to the Pacific
From US $1,710US $1,454 to US $2,045 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 22 Nov, 24 Nov, 6 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 17 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 9 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 21 Feb, 23 Feb, 28 Feb, 2 Mar, 7 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 11 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 11 Jul, 13 Jul ...
2019: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 17 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 9 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 21 Feb, 23 Feb, 28 Feb, 2 Mar, 7 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 11 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 11 Jul, 13 Jul ...
Up to US $250 off. Late availability on these dates: 25 Aug, 08 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 03 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 22 Nov, 24 Nov
Nicaragua walking tour vacation
An easy walking tour
From £2,725 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Daily departures until October
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Costa Rica adventure vacation
Fall under the spell of Costa Rica
From US $1,360 to US $1,849 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Depatures at least once a week on Mondays and Saturdays throughout the year
Central America tour on a shoestring
Highlights of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize
From US $1,522 to US $1,616 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct, 2 Dec, 23 Dec
2019: 13 Jan, 3 Feb, 24 Feb, 17 Mar, 7 Apr, 28 Apr, 19 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun, 21 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 22 Sep, 13 Oct, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 15 Dec
2019: 13 Jan, 3 Feb, 24 Feb, 17 Mar, 7 Apr, 28 Apr, 19 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun, 21 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 22 Sep, 13 Oct, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 15 Dec
Central America cycling vacation
Colonial cities, cloud forests and tropical island paradise
From US $3,645 to US $4,025 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Sep, 6 Oct
2019: 5 Jan, 16 Jan, 19 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 2 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 13 Apr, 18 May, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 14 Sep, 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 16 Jan, 19 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 2 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 13 Apr, 18 May, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 14 Sep, 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 22 Sep, 06 Oct
Coast to coast cycling vacation in Costa Rica
Take in the variety of Costa Rica by bike
From US $3,715 to US $3,875 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 13 Apr, 10 Aug, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 13 Apr, 10 Aug, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 20 Oct, 03 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov
Tailor made holiday in Belize
Explore the rainforests, rivers & coral reefs of Belize
From US $3,370 to US $3,820 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Nicaragua vacations, tailor made tour
An insight into Nicaragua's fascinating and tumultuous history
From £3,650 13 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
Available all year. This suggested itinerary can be modified entirely to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used and how long you spend in each destination.
Costa Rica conservation tour, tailormade
The Pacific to the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica
From £2,470 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Central America small group tour
Epic Central American journey from Mexico to Costa Rica.
From US $2,880US $2,448 to US $3,350 32 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 6 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 26 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep ...
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 26 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep ...
Up to US $430 off. Late availability on these dates: 25 Aug, 08 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 06 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 27 Oct, 03 Nov, 06 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov
Panama vacation, Panama Pathways
Easy-paced and comprehensive best-of Panama adventure
From US $3,625 to US $3,825 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Friday
Costa Rica and Nicaragua self drive vacation
Self drive holiday through the best of Nicaragua and Costa Rica
From £3,130 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year
Helpdesk
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Mexico bespoke vacation, Cultural Heartlands and Caribbean Coast
Explore one of Latin America' most vibrant destinations
From £2,289 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica tour, small group
Express trip through the wonders of Costa Rica
From US $1,750US $1,606 to US $1,985 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Sep, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov, 8 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 5 Jan
2019: 5 Jan
Up to US $170 off. Late availability on these dates: 22 Sep, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov
Mexico, Belize & Guatemala tour, Mayan encounter
Travel through paradise between the Yucatan & Guatemalan.
From US $1,350US $1,012 to US $1,700 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 6 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 18 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 8 Jan, 12 Jan, 15 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 26 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 23 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 23 Jul, 27 Jul ...
2019: 5 Jan, 8 Jan, 12 Jan, 15 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 26 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 23 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 23 Jul, 27 Jul ...
Up to US $330 off. Late availability on these dates: 25 Aug, 08 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 06 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 27 Oct, 03 Nov, 06 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov
Guatemala & Mexico overland vacation
Discover Mayan ruins and pristine beaches of the Caribbean
From US $1,525US $1,220 to US $1,775 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 30 Aug, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 6 Oct, 1 Nov, 3 Nov, 8 Nov, 10 Nov, 15 Nov, 17 Nov, 22 Nov, 1 Dec, 13 Dec, 15 Dec, 20 Dec, 22 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec, 31 Dec
2019: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 17 Jan, 24 Jan, 31 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 7 Mar, 9 Mar, 14 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar, 28 Mar, 30 Mar, 4 Apr, 6 Apr, 11 Apr, 13 Apr, 18 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun ...
2019: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 17 Jan, 24 Jan, 31 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 7 Mar, 9 Mar, 14 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar, 28 Mar, 30 Mar, 4 Apr, 6 Apr, 11 Apr, 13 Apr, 18 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun ...
Up to US $300 off. Late availability on these dates: 30 Aug, 27 Sep, 04 Oct, 06 Oct, 01 Nov, 03 Nov, 08 Nov, 10 Nov, 15 Nov, 17 Nov, 22 Nov
Mexico small group vacation, culture & beach
2 week discovery Mexico's Aztec, Zapotec & Mayan cultures .
From US $1,220US $1,098 to US $1,465 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 4 Dec, 8 Dec, 18 Dec, 25 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 8 Jan, 12 Jan, 15 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 12 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 9 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 23 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 23 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug ...
2019: 5 Jan, 8 Jan, 12 Jan, 15 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 12 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 9 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 23 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 23 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug ...
Up to US $120 off. Late availability on these dates: 25 Aug, 01 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 06 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov
Yucatan tailor made vacation in Mexico
A culturally-focused journey in the Yucatan Peninsula.
From US $2,595 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica eco lodge in a private reserve
Rainforest eco lodge on 280 acre private reserve
From US $580 to US $720 per room per night (sleeps 2)
Accommodation
Self drive vacation in Costa Rica
Tailor made self-drive holiday in stunning Costa Rica
From £2,405 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Costa Rica vacation, encompassed
Nature and adventure
From US $1,088 to US $1,339 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Sep, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 8 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 9 Feb, 2 Mar, 16 Mar, 30 Mar, 20 Apr, 18 May, 8 Jun, 6 Jul, 27 Jul, 24 Aug, 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 21 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 9 Feb, 2 Mar, 16 Mar, 30 Mar, 20 Apr, 18 May, 8 Jun, 6 Jul, 27 Jul, 24 Aug, 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 21 Dec
17% off all departures from 9th September. Discount applied to price
Central America tour, Managua to Panama City
Central America tour through Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama
From US $4,295 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Feb, 16 Mar, 5 Oct, 9 Nov
Costa Rica adventure vacation, tailor made
Active Costa Rica trip in the region's best National Parks
From US $3,375 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Nicaragua multisport vacation
An active trip through Nicaragua's beautiful highlights!
From US $1,765 to US $1,895 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Flexible departures throughout the year - please enquire for more details
Costa Rica wildlife holiday, Coastal Secrets
Wildlife rich waterways of Tortuguero to the dense jungle
From US $3,875 to US $4,025 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Sep, 6 Oct, 28 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 15 Sep, 06 Oct
Guatemala and Belize tailor made vacation
Explore the culture and wildlife of Guatemala & Belize
From US $3,915 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Available all year. This suggested itinerary can be modified entirely to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used and how long you spend in each destination.
Central America tours
Highlights of Central America
From US $1,339 to US $1,439US $1,422 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Sep, 17 Nov, 8 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 16 Mar, 13 Apr, 4 May, 1 Jun, 22 Jun, 20 Jul, 10 Aug, 7 Sep, 28 Sep, 26 Oct, 16 Nov, 14 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 16 Mar, 13 Apr, 4 May, 1 Jun, 22 Jun, 20 Jul, 10 Aug, 7 Sep, 28 Sep, 26 Oct, 16 Nov, 14 Dec
Mexico, Belize and Guatemala vacation
Bask on Caribbean beaches and explore Mayan ruins
From US $681 to US $919 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 29 Nov
2019: 17 Jan, 14 Feb, 7 Mar, 4 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 13 Jun, 11 Jul, 1 Aug, 29 Aug, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 5 Dec, 26 Dec
2019: 17 Jan, 14 Feb, 7 Mar, 4 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 13 Jun, 11 Jul, 1 Aug, 29 Aug, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 5 Dec, 26 Dec
26% off all departures from 9th September. Discount applied to price
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
All of it was pretty amazing. I didn't realize how small the island was and I loved it. Being able to dive 3 times a day and get to know the local marine life, while
learning about it was my favourite. (more)Irina Tyshkevich
Being on the tropical island, 28miles from the land, with only 25 people, immersed I nature and conservation project. Didn't miss civilization at all. (more)Sanya Ozic
The diving was fabulous. The instructors are brilliant, very patient and informative! (more)Lucy Keech
From
US $3,255
excluding flights
The great diversity of this country, the climate and geographical changes, together with the plants, birds and mammals. (more)Alan Nunn
The highlight was Tortuguero National Park. An excellent trip; traveling for circa 3 to 4 hours every other day was acceptable and allowed approximately a day and a half at each new location. Guide was well informed, articulate and considerate. (more)Chris Schaefer
Opportunity to see a wide range of wildlife in a good range of varied habitats. Facilitated by an excellent guide. (more)Andrew Newbold
From
US $1,454
excluding flights
All of it was memorable...each place visited is so different... it's hard to choose. Monteverde for its lush vegetation, but boy can it get cold at night...and tortuguero for its wildlife. (more)Linda Whittingham
Seeing turtles was the most exciting part of the vacation (more)Fiona Weir
For my husband it was the amazing variety and beauty of the birds. For myself it was the excitement of seeing an armadillo at close quarters, although all the wildlife was extraordinary! (more)Kimberley and Barry Brown
From
£2,725
excluding flights
Wildlife encounters in the tropical forest - howler monkeys, a sloth, racoons and porcupines plus too many species of birds to name. Guides were likeable and knowledgeable (more)Stephen Osgerby
The beauty of the country and the people was the highlight. Some of the most warm and friendly people I have ever come across. Very safe in the areas we travelled and absolutely amazing art for very little money. Loved it!! (more)Rene McRogers
From
US $1,360
excluding flights
That's difficult as there were so many memorable moments. The zipwire above the cloud forest was a massive adrenalin rush. Helping to plant trees by potting bags of soil was great too and a great bonding moment for the group. (more)Sylvia Kenna
All of it was memorable...the wildlife, the scenery, the activities we did, including zipwiring, canyoning and whitewater rafting, our group and group leader and especially the amazing friendliness of the Costa Rican people. (more)Jocelyn Owen
All of it was memorable...the wildlife, the scenery, the activities we did, including zipwiring, canyoning and whitewater rafting, our group and group leader and especially the amazing friendliness of the Costa Rican people. (more)Jocelyn Owen
From
£3,130
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing the lava flowing at the Masaya volcano is a wow! (45 mins from Managua/Nicaragua); zip lining above the tree tops at Arenal. Watching the beautiful sunset, glass of wine in hand, at Arenal Observatory Lodge. Seeing Quetzals close up in the cloud forest. Hundreds of fireflies lighting up and dancing in front if us as the sun set. Seeing all the wonderful wildlife on offer in Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
Tips?
If driving use a satnav! Driving in Costa was... (more)Martin Blow
From
US $681
excluding flights
Fantastic. My teenage, and somewhat well-travelled children have rated it as the best vacation ever. (more)Alex Holmes
The morning spent at Tikal in Guatemala was excellent. This activity is definitely best done in the early morning light as it gets very warm and less pleasant to walk in the jungle after 10am. (more)Diana Urbina
From
US $2,448
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Snorkelling in Caye Caulker, Belize, was an amazing experience! Nurse sharks, stingrays and turtles, not to mention oodles of brightly coloured fish, seemed completely oblivious to our presence, and Hol Chan Marine Reserve, with its dazzling array of corals and fish, was stunning. What a fantastic day! Just as good, but for different reasons, was the memorable Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) cave - wading through water; scrambling up, over and under rocks; and marvelling at the... (more)Laurie Munslow
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US $1,526
excluding flights
This trip was pretty disappointing. The itinerary changed constantly and there were only three of the nine days that were actually as written. We didn't stay
at Mizunte. (more)Amanda Madorno
Going to local markets and learning and tasting about different foods was the highlights. 11/10 had a fantastic time with great people who were all traveling alone. (more)Ian Robertson
I liked having the focus on food--we tried so many different things, all delicious. (more)Nancy McCormick
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US $1,220
excluding flights
Snorkelling with manatees, sharks and a turtle was pretty special but, in fact, every day on this trip was extraordinary... from volcanoes to markets, Mayan ruins to swimming in hot springs, eating at a Mexican family's home and taking a riverboat trip. Fantastic. (more)Jennie Walmsley
The scenery and people of Guatemala, the warmth of the people and climate of Belize and the excitement and colour of Mayan Mexico. One of the best small group vacations I have ever experienced. (more)Martin Braund
Stunning temples still largely unexcavated hidden in jungles, incredible and spicy food, vibrant bustling cities full of colour, swimming in underground cenotes (sinkholes). excellent, definitely recommend without hesitation. (more)Sunita Raj
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£2,289
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Encountering Mexico made us challenge preconceptions and our understanding of what it is to be Mexican. Most memorable surprisingly were how safe and beautiful are the cities we visited and the welcome we received from the Mexican people, urban and rural. Monte Alban. The food was wonderful from street to fish restaurants on Holbox
Tips?
Read about Mexico before going especially through its literature, watch the BBc programmes on Mexican Art, Rick Stein on food. Travel... (more)Geraldine Newton
From
US $1,975
excluding flights
From
US $110
per person per night
Memorable parts?
I enjoyed every moment of my stay but being taught to dance Bachata by my
host family would have to be the highlight.
Tips?
If possible, ask to be placed at Dona Leila's house. She was the most
wonderful host - incredibly friendly, very patient with my basic Spanish and
an amazing cook.
Local benefits?
Definitely. I was immersed in the local small village community and the money from my homestay and other tours and activities was helping the locals sustain... (more)Elfie Burgess
From
US $2,990
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was waking early in the morning to hear the strange bird calls and seeing the dawn. A vacation of a life-time. (more)Angela Wood
Achieving crossing the country from coast to coast only by bike, hiking, kayaking and rafting. A great adventure and experience. I loved it! (more)Alejandro Hahn Menacho
From
US $1,400
excluding flights
From
US $580
per room per night (sleeps 2)
Incredible - the lodge and its views over the mountains and forest were breathtaking and we had the most relaxing time. We will definitely be staying at the lodge again if we are ever back in Costa Rica. (more)Elfie Burgess
They create all their own electricity with a small hydro-turbine... virtually ALL the work done on this coffee plantation is by the owners and locals. They have many LONG TERM employees because they treat them very well, from what I saw and understood.
They are also re-foresting pasture land. Most of everything we ate was grown there except a few things they get from local farmers. (more)Korte Yeo
A fabulous situation , beautiful rooms, great service all round... We spent two weeks there and enjoyed every moment .Great thanks to the owners and their parents. (more)patrick heffron
From
US $1,098
excluding flights
Every single second was memorable. Utterly brilliant. I have had the time of my life. (more)Hannah Noel-Paton
The most memorable part of the vacation was the hubbub of Mexico City and all the sights and museums within (we could only sample a few, regretfully!); and the laid back charm of San Cristobal with its streets, processions and central plaza activities. (more)CK Sharma
From
US $1,012
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Snorkelling in a coral reef amongst nurse sharks and other amazing sea life was an experience that we will never forget.
Tips?
In spite of being by far the oldest couple in the group, we had a thoroughly
amazing vacation with an excellent tour leader. Try to pack light.
Local benefits?
Yes, particularly the homestay which provides an alternate income for families
trapped in povery.
Overall rating?
Excellent. (more)Helen Hore
From
US $1,606
excluding flights
The highlight was the countries themselves and the great variety of sightseeing, activities etc. (more)Ivor Gaber
Seeing lots of animals was the most memorable! Sloths, monkeys, dolphins, crocodiles, birds. Fantastic trip, beautiful country, a great mixture of activities and relaxing by a beach! (more)Annemari Koppinen
From
US $648
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing magnificent rainforest from high bridges on flanks of a volcano, seeing a turtle laying her eggs, giving bottle of milk to young spider, howler and capuchin monkeys at a rescue centre.
Tips?
Don't miss out on tours which give you full experience of the natural history of Costa Rica.
Local benefits?
I think the money I paid for my tours helped support the conservation and wildlife work and that my tour helped the businesses of the hotel and restaurant... (more)Celia Home
From
£2,405
excluding flights
From
£2,525
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Fantastic insight into many different cultures. Stunning and varied scenery in wonderful hot weather from the might of the Panama Canal to the jaw dropping beauty of the rain and cloud forests to the awesome splendour of the region's volcanoes and craters
Tips?
Do as much research as possible before your trip - I wished I had done more!
Try and learn some basic conversational Spanish - I wish I had learnt more!
Local benefits?
Tourism is an infant business... (more)Douglas Newlands
From
£3,037
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Whale watching up close in Magdalena Bay
Tips?
Be prepareed for hiking on un inhabited islands, snorkelling, kayaking etc
Local benefits?
Most produce on the boat locally sourced. Tour guides have environmental care.
Overall rating?
V enjoyable. A lot of elderly Americans on board. Captain over-cautious re wind which meant first two days/nights spent anchored and itinerary suffered as a result. (more)Les Owen
From
US $1,992
excluding flights
