From the tropical rainforests to isolated beaches, from remote Native villages to the Panama Canal, this is a cruise for marine animal and wildlife enthusiasts.
Nearly every day of your cruise, small excursion craft allow you to explore forest-lined rivers, tiny islets and bird rookeries on seaside cliffs - or, to just poke around the next headland to see what's there. Visit Corcovado National Park, where liana-draped trees roost nearly 300 species of birds, Isla de Coiba, where you'll snorkel with manta rays and puffer fish and Golfo Dulce with mangrove forests and the beautiful gardens at Orchid House. Transit the most exciting passage of the Panama Canal and visit a remote Embera village tucked away on the coast of the Darien Jungle. Also included is a visit to Manuel Antonio National Park where you'll delight in exploring long strands of magnificent beach backed by a jungle full of monkeys agoutis, three-toed sloths and the rare white ibis. Traveling on board the Pacific Explorer, the emphasis is on easy, soft touring, style, comfort and service.
Cruise Details
Duration
10 Days
Location
Panama Canal
Season
November - April
Cruise Type
Overnight
Nearest City
Panama City
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica Panama Canal, Panama
Guest Capacity
100 Guests
Accommodations
Your comfortable home-base throughout Panama and Costa Rica will be aboard the Pacific Explorer. This vessel features comfortable cabins, view windows, private bathroom, dining room, lounge, sun deck, viewing platforms and more. The vessels are casual - the food delicious - and the staff friendly and helpful.
Dining
All Meals Included
Activities
Bird Watching, Natural History, Photography, Snorkeling/Diving, Small Ship Cruising
Rates
$3,799.00 - $5,799.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
Additional Rate Info
Single Travelers: If you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations, AdventureSmith will guarantee double occupancy rates in Categories AA and AAA on the Pacific Explorer.
Early Booking Discount: Save up to $300 per person, by reserving and paying six months in advance.
Not Included: Airfare to/from Panama and Costa Rica; excess baggage charges; items of a personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, laundry fees and insurance of any kind.
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Cruise Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Panama Transfer from the Panama City airport to Colón on the Caribbean coast to board the Pacific Explorer.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Dinner
Day 2: San Blas Islands Step ashore at a Kuna Indian village, which nearly overruns a tiny island. At an uninhabited island nearby, crystal-clear waters tempt you in for snorkeling.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Portobelo Sleepy Portobelo was once one of the richest ports of the Spanish Main, until plundered by Henry Morgan in 1671.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Panama Canal Transiting the Panama Canal is an unforgettable experience, especially aboard a small ship like the Pacific Explorer. Note: international maritime law gives priority to large vessels. The Pacific Explorer will be assigned transit based on that criterion and may transit the Canal at night, an exciting and impressive alternative to typical daytime passage.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Darien Jungle Visit a remote Emberá village tucked away on the coast of the Darién Jungle. The Emberá villagers open their homes and hearts to welcome Cruise West friends. You will laugh with them, dance with them, and collect memories for a lifetime.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Isla de Coiba Pristine waters, abundant sea life and over 15 species of coral surround the islets of Isla de Coiba National Park. Enjoy a day of island snorkeling and kayaking.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Gulfo Dulce If the tide allows, explore a mangrove forest by small craft or kayak, and stroll through the beautiful gardens at Casa Orquideas or "Orchid House." See, smell, taste and touch a wide variety of beautiful ornamental plants. Note: if the tide does not allow the voyage up Rincon River, then you will visit Caña Blanca, which is a private reserve and rescue and rehabilitation center for scarlet macaws.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Corcovado National Park Discover Costa Rica's pristine rainforest, populated by a number of endangered species including puma, tapir, poison dart frogs, crocodile and jaguar. The crew may serve a picnic lunch by the beach.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: Manuel Antonio National Park Naturalists lead walks to outstanding wildlife viewing. There are over 100 mammal species and 180 species of birds here. Watch for monkeys, iguanas, agoutis, sloth, and the rare white ibis.
Accommodations: Pacific Explorer
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Disembark Disembark and transfer to the San José airport for your flight home.
Accommodations: N/A
Included Meals: N/A
This Package Includes
All Airport / Hotel Transfers
All Meals while On Board
Excursions with Experienced Naturalist Guides
On Board Gratuities are Neither Required Nor Expected
Notes
Reverse itinerary is also available. Please see AdventureSmith Explorations' website for trip dates and other details.
Extending Your Trip: Call AdventureSmith Explorations about the possibilities of extending your trip in Costa Rica or Panama.
Qualifications: This trip will be enjoyed by anyone who is in good health and leads an active life. Excursions from the boat to the land is facilitated by inflatable crafts and the ship's unique bow-landing staircase. Trip members will hike from the landing point to specific areas for wildlife observation. Hiking time for most landings will be a couple of hours roundtrip with lots of time to stop to study, photograph and enjoy the flora and fauna.
Notes on Itinerary: Itineraries may occasionally be altered slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife and unplanned discoveries. The ability to be spontaneous makes this style of cruising unique.
Reverse Itinerary:
Day 1 Arrive Costa Rica
Day 2 Manuel Antonio National Park
Day 3 Corcovado National Park
Day 4 Golfo Dulce
Day 5 Isla de Coiba
Day 6 Darien Junge
Day 7 Panama Canal
Day 8 Portobelo
Day 9 San Blas Islands
Day 10 Disembark
General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations 'Terms & Conditions'. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. It is strongly recommend that you purchase Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.
Reservation Policy
A deposit of $700 per person is required.
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