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Le Lapérouse December 29-January 5 2026 ER291226 Cruise & Offers

Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica)

Voyage ER291226 | 8 days DatesDecember 29 2026-January 5 2027 Duration7 nights ShipLe Lapérouse

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Official PONANT route mapPacific Coast of Costa Rica · Voyage ER291226Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica)

December 29, 2026 to January 5, 2027 · Voyage ER291226

Ports & shore experiences

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Days 1 & 8
December 29, 2026 & January 5, 2027PuntarenasCentral America

Destination overview

The capital of the eponymous province, Puntarenas is sometimes called “the pearl of the Pacific”, for its unique charm. It sits on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, along the Gulf of Nicoya , lined with long expanses of wild natural environments.

  • Day 1 · December 29, 2026Departure 20:00 · Embarkation: 16:00-17:00
  • Day 8 · January 5, 2027Disembarkation: 08:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 2
December 30, 2026Puerto JimenezCosta Rica

Destination overview

The charming little coastal town of Puerto Jiménez is a wild destination nestled on the Osa Peninsula , recognised as one of the most biodiverse areas on the planet. In this haven of unspoilt nature, discover a fascinating flora and living traditions rooted in ancestral practices , such as cocoa cultivation.

  • Day 2 · December 30, 2026Arrival 11:00 · Departure 19:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Encounter with the dolphins of Osa · 4h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · Swimming · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Kayak Adventure in Golfo Dulce · 3h30 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · Swimming · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Costa Rican Cacao Experience · 3h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · Food & Wine · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Discovering Osa’s Sloths · 4h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 3
December 31, 2026Rio EsquinasCentral America

Destination overview

The beauty of Costa Rica and the richness of its biodiversity reveal themselves at this port of call in the heart of the mangrove. In the meanders of Rio Esquinas , a tropical corner of paradise, you will discover an incredibly dense ecosystem.

  • Day 3 · December 31, 2026Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 4
January 1, 2027Manuel Antonio National ParkCosta Rica

Destination overview

You will land in a Zodiac® on the beaches of the Manuel Antonio National Park , one of the jewels of Costa Rica . Protected since the 1970s, this small park, only 16 km² and bordered by the idyllic beaches of the Pacific Ocean, is home to rich biodiversity.

  • Day 4 · January 1, 2027Arrival 06:00 · Departure 14:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Walk in Manuel Antonio National Park · 2h30 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Rainmaker Reserve and waterfalls · 5h09 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Costa Rican flavours · 5h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · Food & Wine · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Mangrove boat excursion · 3h45 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 5
January 2, 2027CocoCosta Rica

Destination overview

Discover Bahía El Coco in the Guanacaste Province, along Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast, with its idyllic beaches and relaxed atmosphere. The bay is also the departure point for exploring fascinating national parks, including Rincón de la Vieja, which takes its name from the eponymous volcano and unveils itself in a maze of fumaroles, mud ponds, hot springs and impressive waterfalls.

  • Day 5 · January 2, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Rincón de la Vieja Nature trail · 7h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · Swimming · PONANT difficulty marker 3
  • Catamaran and snorkeling adventure · 4h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · Swimming · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Wildlife and traditions of Costa Rica · 3h30 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Rincón de la Vieja Hot Springs Escape · 6h30 · Hiking & Adventure · Wellness · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 6
January 3, 2027Playa MantasCosta Rica

Destination overview

Bordered by the turquoise waters of the Pacific and lush jungle, Playa Mantas is a little corner of paradise inviting both relaxation and exploration. In addition to its picture-postcard setting, the beach is a gateway to the Carara National Park, a veritable sanctuary for exceptional fauna and flora, since it serves as a meeting point between dry forest and rainforest.

  • Day 6 · January 3, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00

Verified shore experiences

  • Carara Nature and Wildlife Experience · 3h30 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Mangroves and Crocodiles of the Tárcoles · 4h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
  • Sky Walk in the Rainforest · 3h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 7
January 4, 2027Curú Wildlife RefugeCosta Rica

Destination overview

On the southern part of the Nicoya Peninsula, the small Curú Wildlife Refuge is the oldest protected park in Costa Rica. This refuge is an exemplary site in terms of ecotourism as well as a research centre for scientists from all over the world.

  • Day 7 · January 4, 2027Departure 12:30

Verified shore experiences

  • Curú Wildlife Refuge · 2h00 · Published as included · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 3
Day 7
January 4, 2027Tortuga IslandCentral America

Destination overview

Tortuga Island nestles to the far south of the Nicoya Peninsula , around the Bahia Gigante within a captivating archipelago. It is a sublime reserve where you’ll spend a moment of discovery and relaxation. One of the seaside paradises of the Gulf’s islands and islets, Tortuga Island is home to.

  • Day 7 · January 4, 2027Arrival 14:00 · Departure 23:30

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Planning note: Times appear only when published for this sailing. Blank times remain unpublished; a source-system midnight placeholder is never treated as a genuine call time.

A closer look at this sailing

Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica) aboard Le Lapérouse

On December 29 2026-January 5 2027, Le Lapérouse sails 7 nights from Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica). Pacific Coast of Costa Rica brings together Puerto Jimenez, Rio Esquinas, Manuel Antonio National Park, Coco, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.

This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 9 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Le Lapérouse | Voyage ER291226 | December 29, 2026-January 5, 2027 | 7 nights Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica)
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Luxury cruise planning summary

Le Lapérouse December 29-January 5 2026: is Voyage ER291226 right for you?

This 8-day voyage aboard Le Lapérouse sails Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica), with calls including Puntarenas, Puerto Jimenez, Rio Esquinas, and Manuel Antonio National Park. Voyage ER291226 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

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Travelers considering a 8-day Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica) aboard Le Lapérouse, including Puntarenas, Puerto Jimenez, Rio Esquinas, and Manuel Antonio National Park.
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Why book Le Lapérouse Voyage ER291226 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage ER291226, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage ER291226?

For the December 29-January 5 2026 Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica), compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What is included and not included on Le Lapérouse Voyage ER291226?

For the December 29, 2026-January 5, 2027 Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica) sailing aboard Le Lapérouse: PONANT, its small sailing products and the Aqua Expeditions partner vessels have materially different fare inclusions. The current verified record does not establish one complete inclusion and exclusion schedule for this vessel, so dining, beverages, equipment, laundry and personal services must follow the exact ship, voyage and booking confirmation. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Le Lapérouse Voyage ER291226?

For the December 29, 2026-January 5, 2027 Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica) sailing aboard Le Lapérouse: Primary-bed and occupancy arrangements differ between PONANT ships, small yachts and Aqua Expeditions vessels. The current verified record does not name a child or third-guest sleeping surface for this vessel, so no extra bed is assumed without the exact category record. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Le Lapérouse Voyage ER291226, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the December 29, 2026-January 5, 2027 Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica) sailing aboard Le Lapérouse: Activity availability depends on the vessel, voyage, destination and operating conditions. The current verified record does not establish that every named excursion or expedition activity is fare-included, so the exact program and booking confirmation control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Le Lapérouse for Voyage ER291226?

For the December 29, 2026-January 5, 2027 Puntarenas (Costa Rica) to Puntarenas (Costa Rica) sailing aboard Le Lapérouse: The current verified record does not establish one Wi-Fi allowance, tier or device rule across the PONANT and Aqua Expeditions fleet. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact vessel and booking entitlement. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Le Lapérouse's verified headline statistics?
184Guests
92Staterooms
118Crew
131 m / 430 ftLength
What clothes should I bring for this December itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this December itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

PONANT EXPLORATIONS dress guidance

  • The published standard is casual elegance. A cocktail dress or similar evening attire is suggested for gala evenings.
  • PONANT also publishes white or black-and-white attire for the Officers evening. Shorts and Bermuda shorts are not accepted in the gourmet restaurant at dinner.
  • Expedition voyages require practical destination-specific layers and footwear in addition to the onboard evening wardrobe.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Le Lapérouse?
  • Sisterships and PONANT Explorers generally publish lounges, bars, a spa or salon, fitness room, outdoor pool, theater and boutique; Explorers also publish the Blue Eye underwater lounge.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Le Lapérouse have?
  • PONANT publishes a fitness room across its main fleet except Spirit of Ponant; gentle exercise may be scheduled depending on the program.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Le Lapérouse guests expect?
  • Main-fleet rooms publish air conditioning, a safe, television and Diptyque bath products; Spirit of Ponant is an exception to the television statement.
  • Every accommodation on the PONANT Explorers and Le Commandant Charcot has a balcony. Most Sistership rooms have balconies, with seven Deck 3 exceptions; Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant use different layouts.
  • Room service is published around the clock on the main fleet, with overnight exceptions on Le Ponant and Spirit of Ponant. Butler service is limited to eligible suite categories.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage ER291226 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Le Lapérouse?
  • Children under one year old are not accepted.
  • On classic voyages, children age one and older may sail, with a published maximum of five children ages one through six per voyage. Kids Club is for age four and older when offered.
  • Expedition voyages generally require age six or older; Le Commandant Charcot requires age eight or older. Children must be able to board a Zodiac independently where Zodiac operations are part of the program.
  • Parents or guardians remain responsible for children; family programming is not guaranteed on every departure.
  • The current PONANT FAQ accepts pregnancy only when the guest will not be beyond the end of the third month by cruise end.
  • Pregnant guests are not accepted on expedition cruises. These unusually restrictive rules must be reconfirmed before booking.

For Voyage ER291226: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Le Lapérouse handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • The FAQ identifies Sisterships, PONANT Explorers, m/s Paul Gauguin and Le Commandant Charcot as the fleet products designed for reduced mobility; exact accessible rooms are ship-specific.
  • A guest must be self-sufficient or travel with a capable companion. The captain may prevent a difficult landing, gangway transfer or Zodiac operation for safety.
  • A doctor and nurse are published across the main fleet, with Le Ponant instead using a nurse and telemedicine support; services and medication are charged.
  • Sisterships, PONANT Explorers, m/s Paul Gauguin and Le Commandant Charcot publish hospital facilities intended for urgent or minor treatment, not full hospital care.
  • Notify PONANT of treatment needs at reservation, complete required forms and carry an adequate supply of medication. Remote expedition evacuation can be delayed.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Le Lapérouse?
  • PONANT ships are non-smoking, including accommodation balconies. Smoking is limited to designated outdoor areas.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Le Lapérouse Voyage ER291226?

For round-trip flights to and from Puntarenas (Costa Rica) around Voyage ER291226, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

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Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

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Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Le Lapérouse Voyage ER291226, use the guest identity and email recorded by PONANT. The current account can identify an agency booking but does not publish a manual booking-number linking field, so do not substitute a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference.

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