National Geographic luxury itinerary
National Geographic Venture February 17-March 3 2029 Cruise & Offers
Epic Costa Rica and Panama
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Published route, combined without duplicate stops
Destinations & expedition experiences
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February 17, 2029 San José, Costa Rica / Puerto Caldera / Embark Ship
- Published date(s)
- February 17, 2029
- Destination or area
- San José, Costa Rica / Puerto Caldera / Embark Ship
- Itinerary type
- Transfer and embarkation stage
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About San José, Costa Rica / Puerto Caldera / Embark Ship
San José, Costa Rica / Puerto Caldera / Embark Ship is a published transfer, embarkation, or disembarkation stage in the Central America program. The official itinerary uses it to connect the expedition's operating points and highlights cultural traditions, community connections, and local heritage. Exact flights, transfers, access, activities, and timing remain subject to the final operating plan, local conditions, permits, and the expedition leader's decisions.
February 18, 2029 Gulf of Nicoya
- Published date(s)
- February 18, 2029
- Destination or area
- Gulf of Nicoya
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Gulf of Nicoya
The Gulf of Nicoya is an island-studded estuary where mangroves, sheltered waters, and forested shores support fisheries and abundant birdlife. The published exploration considers coastal communities alongside habitat restoration. Regenerating mangroves help rebuild nursery areas and protect coastal ecosystems, connecting the scenery with conservation work and the livelihoods that depend on these wetlands.
Published expedition experiences
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
- Cultural or community visit: A cultural, community, or heritage visit is identified in the published program; access and timing remain locally determined.
February 19, 2029 Papagayo Peninsula
- Published date(s)
- February 19, 2029
- Destination or area
- Papagayo Peninsula
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Papagayo Peninsula
Papagayo Peninsula is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight wildlife habitats and opportunities for responsible observation. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
- Kayaking: Kayaking may be offered when conditions, permits, and expedition operations allow.
- Snorkeling: Snorkeling may be offered where the published program and local conditions allow.
- Hiking or guided walks: A hike or guided walk may be included as described in the published program, with the exact route set locally.
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
February 20, 2029 Santa Rosa National Park / Guanacaste Conservation Area
- Published date(s)
- February 20, 2029
- Destination or area
- Santa Rosa National Park / Guanacaste Conservation Area
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Santa Rosa National Park / Guanacaste Conservation Area
Santa Rosa National Park / Guanacaste Conservation Area is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight wildlife habitats and opportunities for responsible observation. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
- Kayaking: Kayaking may be offered when conditions, permits, and expedition operations allow.
- Snorkeling: Snorkeling may be offered where the published program and local conditions allow.
- Hiking or guided walks: A hike or guided walk may be included as described in the published program, with the exact route set locally.
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
- Cultural or community visit: A cultural, community, or heritage visit is identified in the published program; access and timing remain locally determined.
February 21, 2029 Rincón de la Vieja National Park / Hacienda Guachipelin
- Published date(s)
- February 21, 2029
- Destination or area
- Rincón de la Vieja National Park / Hacienda Guachipelin
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Rincón de la Vieja National Park / Hacienda Guachipelin
Rincón de la Vieja National Park / Hacienda Guachipelin is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight distinctive ice, geological, volcanic, or polar landscapes. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Hiking or guided walks: A hike or guided walk may be included as described in the published program, with the exact route set locally.
February 22, 2029 Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands / Playas del Coco
- Published date(s)
- February 22, 2029
- Destination or area
- Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands / Playas del Coco
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands / Playas del Coco
Hacienda El Viejo combines a working rural estate with wetland habitat beside Palo Verde National Park. The published visit follows the Tempisque River, introduces Guanacaste's sugarcane and rum-making heritage, and then returns toward Playas del Coco. The coastal town adds waterfront walking and local shops to a day linking wildlife and culture.
Published expedition experiences
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
- Cultural or community visit: A cultural, community, or heritage visit is identified in the published program; access and timing remain locally determined.
February 23, 2029 Curú National Wildlife Refuge / Isla Tortuga
- Published date(s)
- February 23, 2029
- Destination or area
- Curú National Wildlife Refuge / Isla Tortuga
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Curú National Wildlife Refuge / Isla Tortuga
Curú National Wildlife Refuge / Isla Tortuga is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight wildlife habitats and opportunities for responsible observation. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
February 24, 2029 Sarchi and Else Kientzler Gardens
- Published date(s)
- February 24, 2029
- Destination or area
- Sarchi and Else Kientzler Gardens
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Sarchi and Else Kientzler Gardens
Sarchí is associated with Costa Rican craftsmanship, especially the brightly decorated oxcarts that became a national symbol. Nearby Else Kientzler Gardens offer tropical plant collections and paths through landscaped grounds. The published visit combines these cultural and botanical settings with lunch ashore during a transition between stages of the longer expedition.
February 25, 2029 Osa Conservation Area
- Published date(s)
- February 25, 2029
- Destination or area
- Osa Conservation Area
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Osa Conservation Area
Osa Conservation Area is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight wildlife habitats and opportunities for responsible observation. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
February 26–27, 2029 Golfo Dulce / Osa Peninsula
- Published date(s)
- February 26–27, 2029
- Destination or area
- Golfo Dulce / Osa Peninsula
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Golfo Dulce / Osa Peninsula
Golfo Dulce / Osa Peninsula is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight river, rainforest, forest, or wetland environments. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
- Kayaking: Kayaking may be offered when conditions, permits, and expedition operations allow.
- Hiking or guided walks: A hike or guided walk may be included as described in the published program, with the exact route set locally.
- Cultural or community visit: A cultural, community, or heritage visit is identified in the published program; access and timing remain locally determined.
February 28, 2029 Coiba National Park, Panama
- Published date(s)
- February 28, 2029
- Destination or area
- Coiba National Park, Panama
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Coiba National Park, Panama
Coiba National Park, Panama is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight historic places, architecture, and layers of regional heritage. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Kayaking: Kayaking may be offered when conditions, permits, and expedition operations allow.
- Snorkeling: Snorkeling may be offered where the published program and local conditions allow.
- Paddling: Paddling may be offered when equipment, local rules, and conditions permit.
- Hiking or guided walks: A hike or guided walk may be included as described in the published program, with the exact route set locally.
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
March 1, 2029 Gulf of Panama Islets / Panama Canal Transit
- Published date(s)
- March 1, 2029
- Destination or area
- Gulf of Panama Islets / Panama Canal Transit
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Gulf of Panama Islets / Panama Canal Transit
Gulf of Panama Islets / Panama Canal Transit is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight wildlife habitats and opportunities for responsible observation. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
- Snorkeling: Snorkeling may be offered where the published program and local conditions allow.
- Hiking or guided walks: A hike or guided walk may be included as described in the published program, with the exact route set locally.
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
March 2, 2029 Gatún Lake / Panama Canal Transit
- Published date(s)
- March 2, 2029
- Destination or area
- Gatún Lake / Panama Canal Transit
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Gatún Lake / Panama Canal Transit
Gatún Lake / Panama Canal Transit is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Central America program. Verified official day descriptions highlight river, rainforest, forest, or wetland environments. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
March 3, 2029 Colón / Panama City, Panama / Disembark Ship
- Published date(s)
- March 3, 2029
- Destination or area
- Colón / Panama City, Panama / Disembark Ship
- Itinerary type
- Transfer and embarkation stage
- Published region(s)
- Central America, Costa Rica
About Colón / Panama City, Panama / Disembark Ship
Colón / Panama City, Panama / Disembark Ship is a published transfer, embarkation, or disembarkation stage in the Central America program. The official itinerary uses it to connect the expedition's operating points and highlights historic places, architecture, and layers of regional heritage. Exact flights, transfers, access, activities, and timing remain subject to the final operating plan, local conditions, permits, and the expedition leader's decisions.
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