North America · Costa Rica
This itinerary journeys through the emerald heart of Central America, bridging the extraordinary biodiversity of Costa Rica with the historic modernity of Panama.
This itinerary journeys through the emerald heart of Central America, bridging the extraordinary biodiversity of Costa Rica with the historic modernity of Panama. The route winds through the river channels of Tortuguero National Park, the volcanic peaks of Arenal, and the cloud forests of Monteverde, culminating in a discovery of the Panama Canal's engineering and local indigenous traditions.
The experience focuses on observing tropical wildlife, including sloths, caimans, and monkeys, balanced with moments of relaxation at the Tabacon hot springs and panoramic walks across hanging bridges. In Panama, the contrast between the colonial charm of Casco Antigua and the pristine nature of the Emberà community offers a comprehensive perspective of the region.
Travel logistics are meticulously planned with shared transfers in Costa Rica and private transport in Panama. Excursions are led by local guides, with Italian-speaking assistance guaranteed for groups of four or more participants.
12 days in the programme
Depart on an intercontinental flight to San José Depart on an intercontinental flight to San José. Upon arrival, transfer to your accommodation for an overnight stay.
Leave San José for the northern Caribbean coast to reach Tortuguero National Park, a natural sanctuary accessible only by water or air Leave San José for the northern Caribbean coast to reach Tortuguero National Park, a natural sanctuary accessible only by water or air. Settle into the lodge and begin your immersion in the tropical rainforest.
Spend the day discovering Tortuguero on a boat excursion along the waterways Spend the day discovering Tortuguero on a boat excursion along the waterways. This close-up exploration offers the chance to spot caimans, howler monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, and an extraordinary variety of tropical birds.
Leave the channels of Tortuguero behind and head towards the Arenal region, dominated by Central America's tallest and most active volcano Leave the channels of Tortuguero behind and head towards the Arenal region, dominated by Central America's tallest and most active volcano. Check into your hotel.
Explore the tropical forest via trails and hanging bridges, which offer a privileged perspective of the local flora and fauna Explore the tropical forest via trails and hanging bridges, which offer a privileged perspective of the local flora and fauna. Later, enjoy a rejuvenating excursion to the Tabacon hot springs.
Transfer from Arenal to the highlands of the Monteverde Reserve, famous for its rare cloud forest and exceptional biodiversity Transfer from Arenal to the highlands of the Monteverde Reserve, famous for its rare cloud forest and exceptional biodiversity. Overnight stay locally.
A day at leisure to explore the Monteverde ecosystems, characterised by lush vegetation and a unique microclimate that serves as a habitat for numerous endemic species.
Return to San José for a direct flight to Panama Return to San José for a direct flight to Panama. Upon arrival, a private transfer will take you to your hotel for your first taste of the vibrant Panamanian capital.
A guided tour of the city focusing on the famous Panama Canal, a feat of engineering connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans A guided tour of the city focusing on the famous Panama Canal, a feat of engineering connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. The tour continues to Casco Antigua, the historic centre founded in 1673, brimming with colonial charm.
An excursion dedicated to learning about local culture with the indigenous Emberà community, set within a preserved natural environment, before returning to Panama City.
A final day in Panama for independent exploration of the city or relaxation before the return journey A final day in Panama for independent exploration of the city or relaxation before the return journey. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight, arriving according to your flight schedule.
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