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Costa Rica & Panama, Between Two Seas Cruise


 
If you've travelled with big ship cruise lines in the past, it's time to forget everything you thought you knew about cruising. And if you've avoided cruising because you thought it would be like travelling in a floating mall, it's time to think again. This is something else altogether.
 
On a small ship, the focus is outside where Nature provides the entertainment, rather than on artificial amusements conjured up to occupy your attention during long hours of open water.
 
With Cruise West, you're not just a visitor, you're a participant. Whether you're kayaking off a wilderness island in Mexico, hiking in a rainforest in Alaska, or enjoying a spectacular spring garden in British Columbia, each of their small-ship cruises is an engaging experience for all your senses.
 
Costa Rica & Panama, 10 day/9 night, Between Two Seas Cruise

Sail the pristine coastline and isolated waterways of Costa Rica and Panama. Route: Panama - Portobelo, Panama Canal, Darien Jungle, Granito De Oro in Coiba National Park, Golfo Dulce, Corcovado, Manuel Antonio National Park and San Jose. Cruise operates in reverse.
 
Day 1 Arrive In Panama
Transfer from the Panama City Airport to Colón on the Caribbean coast to board the Pacific Explorer. D

Day 02 Portobelo
Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1502, this was once one of the richest ports of the Spanish Main until plundered by Henry Morgan in 1668.  BLD

Day 03 Panama Canal 
The canal is over 50 miles long with a minimum depth of 41 feet. Transiting the Panama Canal is an unforgettable experience, especially aboard a small ship like the Pacific Explorer. BLD

Day 04 Darién Jungle
Visit a remote Emberá village tucked away on the coast of the Darién Jungle. The Emberá people open their homes and hearts to welcome Cruise West friends.  BLD
 
Day 05 Coiba National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Coiba National Park consists of 38 islands surrounded by pristine waters. Its abundant sea life makes it one of the top snorkeling locations in the world.  BLD

Day 06 Coiba National Park continue

Day 07 Golfo Dulce
Take a guided tour through the beautiful gardens at Casa Orquideas or "Orchid House."  Look for toucans, monkeys and maybe even a snake.  BLD

Day 08 Corcovado Conservation Area
Discover the Corcovado Conservation Area, a pristine rainforest, populated by a number of endangered species including puma, tapir, poison dart frogs, crocodile, jaguar, and marine turtles.  BLD

Day 09 Manuel Antonio National Park
This park was created in 1972 and consists of 3 magnificent white-sand beaches that are backed by a jungle sheltering hundreds of fascinating plant species. Naturalists lead walks to outstanding wildlife viewing. Watch for monkeys, iguanas, agoutis, sloth, and the rare turquoise cotinga. BLD

Day 10 Arrive Los Sueños / San José
Disembark in Los Sueños and transfer and transfer to the San José Airport for your flight home. B 
  
Cruise West prices exclude Fuel Surcharge - prices will be advised at time of booking
 
Price includes: all meals whilst onboard, port charges and taxes/fees and onboard services.    
Onboard gratuities are neither required nor expected.
   
 
These tours are featured in our Cruise West brochure. For additional pricing, departure dates and bookings please contact  Adventure World.  
 
Prices are in New Zealand Dollars, per person/share twin, valid for travel in 2010. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions below for further information
 
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