Lake Atitlán and its volcanic peaks in Guatemala

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Mexico & Central America

Across the region

Maya cities, volcanic lakes & two coastlines

Mexico and Central America stretch from Oaxaca’s markets and ancient Maya cities to volcanic lakes and rainforest lodges. Snorkel Belize’s Caribbean reefs, follow the Pacific surf coast, or explore Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula. Six countries, two coastlines, and plenty of ways to follow your curiosity.

Ancient Maya sites and living traditions

Volcanic highlands and rainforest lodges

Caribbean reefs and Pacific surf

A wooden dock stretches across Lake Atitlán toward a volcanic peak.

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Wooden terrace overlooking the forest at Blancaneaux Lodge.

Belize

8 days

from $5,500 pp

Wild Hearts & Waterfalls

Mountain Pine Ridge · Ambergris Caye

Explore Maya ruins and swim beneath waterfalls in Mountain Pine Ridge, then head to Ambergris Caye for reef snorkeling and sunset sails. A Belize escape combining jungle adventure with coastal comfort.

Costa Rica

9 days

from $7,800 pp

Rainforest Romance

Bajos del Toro · Arenal · Las Catalinas

Unwind with spa days and cloud forest walks in Bajos del Toro, enjoy gentle adventures around Arenal, and finish beside the sea in Las Catalinas. A Costa Rica escape made for two.

Thatched suite rising above lush forest at Nayara Tented Camp.

Costa Rica

7 days

from $7,500 pp

Luxe Volcano & Coast

Arenal · Manuel Antonio

Zip through Arenal’s rainforest and rappel beside waterfalls before heading south of Manuel Antonio to snorkel in cobalt waters. This Costa Rica family adventure pairs active days with luxurious places to unwind.

Panama

9 days

from $5,000 pp

Coast to Coast Island Retreat

Panama City · Gulf of Chiriquí · Bocas del Toro

Explore Panama’s contrasting coasts, from a secluded Pacific island where rainforest meets the sea to overwater villas among the mangroves of Bocas del Toro. Slow days and island stays set the pace.

Traveler looking out over Baja California's desert coast and sea.

Mexico

8 days

from $4,850 pp

Whales, Desert, & Sea of Cortez

La Paz · Todos Santos

Explore the Sea of Cortez among whales and sheltered island coves, then finish in Todos Santos, where desert meets ocean. Protected shores and candlelit evenings reveal the quieter side of Baja.

Aerial view of Bacalar Lagoon's turquoise water and islands.

Mexico

8 days

from $3,100 pp

Lagoon & Caribbean Sea

Bacalar Lagoon · Isla Holbox

Explore Bacalar’s lagoon in shifting shades of blue before heading to Isla Holbox for sandbar swims and long sunsets. This Mexico escape pairs calm waters with unhurried evenings beside the Caribbean Sea.

Rafters paddling through a green canyon on the Pacuare River.

Costa Rica

11 days

from $3,300 pp

Adventure & Adrenaline

Arenal · Monteverde · Manuel Antonio

Raft whitewater rapids, explore jungle canyons, rappel beside waterfalls, and zip through the canopy before snorkeling off Caño Island. This active Costa Rica journey brings together rainforest thrills and encounters with marine wildlife.

A private plunge pool sits beneath a thatched pergola with hammock and banana leaves, framing a view of the beach beyond.

Costa Rica

9 days

from $5,200 pp

Jungle & Beach Retreat

Arenal · Santa Teresa

Soak in Arenal’s hot springs and seek out turquoise waterfalls before settling into Santa Teresa’s Pacific sunsets. This Costa Rica retreat balances gentle jungle adventures with relaxed days beside the ocean.

Surfer walking along Santa Teresa beach at sunset.

Costa Rica

8 days

from $3,950 pp

Nicoya Beach Break

Nosara · Santa Teresa

Follow Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula from Nosara to Santa Teresa on a relaxed coastal road trip. Quiet roads, hidden coves, and uncrowded Pacific shores leave plenty of time for lingering sunsets.

Still waterway reflecting rainforest trees in Tortuguero.

Costa Rica

11 days

from $3,800 pp

Sloths, Surf & Hot Springs

Tortuguero · Arenal · Nosara

Travel from Tortuguero’s wildlife-filled waterways to Arenal’s volcanic trails and the surf beaches of Nosara. This Costa Rica family journey balances animal encounters and outdoor adventures with relaxed nights beside the Pacific.

Costa Rica

9 days

from $3,500 pp

Hidden Caribbean

Tortuguero · Puerto Viejo

Explore Tortuguero’s jungle-fringed canals and wildlife before slowing down in Puerto Viejo and Playa Cocles. This romantic Costa Rica journey follows the Caribbean coast through rainforest landscapes and stretches of quiet beach.

Lake Atitlán and its volcano framed by lakeside trees.

Guatemala & Belize

15 days

from $6,500 pp

Guatemala & Belize Explorer

Antigua · Atitlán · Tikal · Cayo · Placencia

Explore Antigua’s colonial streets, Lake Atitlán, and Tikal’s Maya ruins before crossing into Belize. Caves and inland adventures give way to reef exploration and relaxed days along the coast in Placencia.

Belize

9 days

from $3,100 pp

Jungle Reef Rush

Belmopan · Hopkins

Explore jungle trails and ancient Maya sites near Belmopan before heading to Hopkins for snorkeling and bioluminescent swims. This Belize escape brings together inland discovery and shared adventures beside the Caribbean Sea.

Belize

10 days

from $3,000 pp

Caves, Cayes & Culture

Mountain Pine Ridge · Hopkins · Ambergris Caye

Explore Belize’s Maya history and pine forests before heading to its vibrant reefs and breezy cayes. Cave adventures and coastal days come together in a relaxed escape shaped by culture and Caribbean waters.

Belize

8 days

from $4,800 pp

Punta Gorda to Ray Caye

Punta Gorda · Ray Caye

Visit cacao farms in the rainforest near Punta Gorda, then unwind on the private island of Ray Caye. Reef exploration, plunge pools, and starlit sails bring together two distinct sides of southern Belize.

Belize

8 days

from $10,500 pp

Misty Mountains & Private Islands

Mountain Pine Ridge · Cayo Espanto

Explore misty Mountain Pine Ridge, swim beneath waterfalls, and unwind beside a private plunge pool before heading to Cayo Espanto. Belize’s forested highlands give way to clear Caribbean waters and reef adventures.

Panama

9 days

from $4,125 pp

Highland-to-Island

Panama City · Boquete · Gulf of Chiriquí

Explore Panama City’s historic quarters and canal waterways before rising into Boquete’s misty coffee country. Finish on Isla Palenque, where forested hills, quiet beaches, and slow Pacific days offer an island retreat.

Waterfront bungalows on a private island surrounded by clear water.

Panama

7 days

from $11,500 pp

Private-Island Escape

Panama City · Gulf of Chiriquí

Wander Casco Viejo’s cobbled streets before escaping to the islands of Islas Secas. Reefs, rainforest, and open Pacific waters shape unhurried days in a secluded corner of Panama, with time to explore.

Aerial view of Coiba's rocky shore and turquoise surf.

Panama

10 days

from $2,700 pp

Surf, Cloud Forest & Caribbean

Santa Catalina · Boquete · Bocas del Toro

Begin on Santa Catalina’s Pacific coast, then climb into Boquete’s cool cloud forests before finishing among the islands of Bocas del Toro. Panama’s surf, mountain landscapes, and Caribbean wildlife shape the journey.

Small palm-covered island in the calm Guna Yala sea.

Panama

6 days

from $6,600 pp

Guna Yala by Private Yacht

Guna Yala islands (San Blas)

Sail between palm-fringed islets and shallow turquoise waters in Panama’s Guna Yala aboard a private yacht. Days follow the wind and sea, with peaceful evenings beneath open skies and scattered stars.

Guatemala

8 days

from $3,650 pp

Volcanoes & Highlands

Antigua Semuc · Champey · Lake Atitlán

Explore Semuc Champey, Lake Atitlán, and colonial Antigua on an intimate journey through Guatemala’s varied landscapes. Volcano hikes, helicopter views, and candlelit evenings balance outdoor adventure with time to slow down together.

Guatemala

8 days

from $2,700 pp

Food, Markets & Maya Culture

Antigua · Lake Atitlán

Explore Antigua’s historic streets and share local meals before slowing down beside Lake Atitlán. Volcano views and village life invite families to experience Guatemala’s food and culture together at an easy pace.

Two people in a resort pool facing Little Corn Island's beach.

Nicaragua

10 days

from $4,500 pp

Pacific, Lake & Caribbean

Emerald Coast · Granada Isletas · Corn Islands

Travel from Nicaragua’s surf-lined Pacific shores to a private lake island, then continue to the Caribbean. Wild coastlines, volcanic silhouettes, and barefoot island days create a journey shaped by water and open skies.

Visitors walking on the dark slope of Cerro Negro volcano.

Nicaragua

11 days

from $2,600 pp

Volcanoes, Colonial Cities & Ometepe

León · Granada · Ometepe Island

Explore León’s history and Granada’s lakeside streets before heading to Ometepe. Twin volcanoes, forest paths, and slow island days bring Nicaragua’s colonial cities and volcanic landscapes together in an unhurried journey.

Aerial view of a long sandy beach beside the Caribbean Sea.

Mexico

8 days

from $3,400 pp

Haciendas, Cenotes & Coast

Mérida · Tulum

Explore Mérida’s shaded courtyards and restored haciendas, swim in jungle cenotes, and visit Chichén Itzá with a private guide. Finish on Tulum’s Caribbean coast with time for relaxed days beside the sea.

San Miguel de Allende rooftops and church at dusk.

Mexico

10 days

from $3,850 pp

Cities, Craft & Highlands

Mexico City · Puebla · San Miguel de Allende

Explore Mexico City and Puebla before heading into San Miguel de Allende’s highlands. Crafts, vineyards, and thermal waters shape a cultural journey with plenty of time for discovery and quiet evenings.

Rows of agave plants on a farm in Oaxaca.

Mexico

8 days

from $3,750 pp

Agave, Stone & Pacific Shores

Oaxaca · Puerto Escondido

Explore Oaxaca through mole, mezcal, and its historic streets before heading to the Pacific coast. Mangrove landscapes and lagoons that glow after dark bring Mexico’s cultural heart together with coastal adventures.

Stone Maya temple rising from forest at Palenque.

Mexico

7 days

from $2,500 pp

Lost Cities of Mexico’s Green South

San Cristóbal de las Casas · Palenque

Boat beneath Sumidero Canyon’s towering walls and explore San Cristóbal’s highland streets before visiting Palenque’s rainforest temples. Waterfall swims at Roberto Barrios complete a journey through the landscapes of Mexico’s green south.

Costa Rica

12 days

from $9,350 pp

Pacuare to Osa

Pacuare · Manuel Antonio · Osa Peninsula

Raft the Pacuare to a remote jungle lodge, stay in a treehouse suite above Manuel Antonio’s coast, and finish at El Remanso in the Osa rainforest. Adventure meets secluded comfort in Costa Rica.

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