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Volcanic eruptions, ancient Mayan heritage, the world’s second-largest barrier reef, and an abundance of wildlife – Central America truly has it all! Embark on our 40 day adventure through this natural wonderland, where you'll hike, snorkel, and indulge in the local food, plus some epic unique local experiences that will take you off the beaten path. From the lively streets of Mexico City to the palm-lined shores of the Yucatán Peninsula, one day you’ll be marvelling at towering volcanoes, and the next soaking up the sun and sea in beach towns. Oh, and did we mention you’ll be doing all this with an experienced group leader and an instant crew of new mates? The trip of a lifetime just got even better. The jungle awaits…
Local cultureHot springs
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Home-stay, Hotel
Age Range
18-55 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mexico City, San Jose, Isla Holb
Mexico City, San Jose, Isla Holbox, Playa Del Carmen, Chichen Itza, Tulum, Bacalar, Caye Caulker, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Flores, Tikal, Coban, Semuc Champey, Chichicastenango, San Juan La Laguna, Antigua, Acatenango, La Fortuna, Oaxaca, Arenal, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Samara, Esterillos, Manuel Antonio National Park, Tehuantepec, San Cristobal De Las Casas, Cancún
This 33-day all-encompassing adventure of Central America will take you from traditional villages to an island paradise surrounded by coral reef. Start your journey in thriving Mexico City where you’ll taste the city’s best tacos. Visit Nahuatl descendants and learn about how they keep their culture alive, discover the arts scene in Oaxaca, walk the pine-covered floor of Iglesia de San Juan and visit vibrant markets before discovering one of the Seven Wonders of the World at Chichen Itza. Kick back, surf, swim and recharge on the paradise-like shores of Playa del Carmen and Caye Caulker. When you’ve had your fill of beach days, hit the highlands of Belize and discover local Maya culture and delicious local meals. After, dive into Guatemala and discover the ancient remains of Tikal National Park, stay on Lake Atitlan and visit the keepers of the local shrine of Maximon.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mexico City, Antigua, Palenque
Mexico City, Antigua, Palenque, Merida, Playa Del Carmen, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Flores, Rio Dulce, San Jorge La Laguna, Quetzaltenango, Puebla, Panajachel, Oaxaca, San Cristobal De Las Casas
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On this 29-day adventure through Mexico, Belize and Guatemala, you'll discover ancient sites and rich cultures, forging new friendships with your small group of travellers along the way. Learn about the history of chocolate-making (and sample the goods, too), eat some delicious local food and soak up the Caribbean sun with a local leader by your side. Taste tacos on a street food experience in Mexico City, browse traditional handicrafts in Oaxaca and Valladolid, dive into island life and discover the underwater worlds in Belize. Tuck into tasty tamales in Antigua and savour the views of a volcanic horizon at Guatemala’s Lake Atitlan. These three colourful countries have all you need for an epic journey, from the jungle to one of the Seven Wonders of the World!
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mexico City, Antigua, Palenque
Mexico City, Antigua, Palenque, Merida, Playa Del Carmen, Tulum, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Rio Dulce, San Jorge La Laguna, Puebla, Oaxaca, San Cristobal De Las Casas
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Volcanic eruptions, ancient Mayan heritage, the world’s second-largest barrier reef, and an abundance of wildlife – Central America truly has it all! Embark on our 30 day adventure through this natural wonderland, where you'll hike, snorkel, and indulge in the local food, plus some epic unique local experiences that will take you off the beaten path. One day you’ll be marvelling at towering volcanoes, and the next soaking up the sun and sea in beach towns. Oh, and did we mention you’ll be doing all this with an experienced group leader and an instant crew of new mates? The trip of a lifetime just got even better. The jungle awaits…
Hot springsNational parks
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Home-stay, Hotel
Age Range
18-55 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Playa Del Carmen, Coba
San Jose, Playa Del Carmen, Coban, Semuc Champey, Lake Atitlan, San Juan La Laguna, Antigua, Acatenango, La Fortuna, Chichen Itza, Arenal Volcano, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Samara, Esterillos, Manuel Antonio National Park, Tulum, Bacalar, Caye Caulker, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Flores, Tikal
Two months. Seven countries. One unforgettable ride. This all-out Central American adventure kicks off in Mexico City with tacos, mole, and big energy — then it’s full speed ahead through mountains, jungles, highlands, beaches, and islands. You’ll snorkel in Belize, boat across Lake Atitlán, crash with a local fam on Nicaragua’s Ometepe Island, and dance the night away in Panama City. Whether you’re soaking in cloud forest vibes in Costa Rica or chilling barefoot on the San Blas Islands, this trip is the ultimate way to see it all. From street eats to off-the-grid retreats, it’s two months of pure adventure — and it’s calling your name.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Home-stay, Hostel, Hotel, Hut
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mexico City, Panama City, Bacala
Mexico City, Panama City, Bacalar, Valladolid, Tulum, Playa Del Carmen, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Flores, Rio Dulce, Antigua, Panajachel, San Juan La Laguna, Oaxaca, Copan, Suchitoto, La Libertad, Leon, Granada, Isla De Ometepe, Monteverde, La Fortuna, San Jose, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Bocas Del Toro, San Cristobal De Las Casas, Boquete, Valle De Antón, San Blas Islands, Palenque
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On this 16-day Central American adventure, you’ll explore the vast lakes, steaming volcanos and dense jungles of Mexico, Belize and Guatemala, making memories with new friends. Starting in Playa del Carmen, relax on the beach in Tulum, maybe visit the Temple of Frescoes and then dance the night away. Hit island paradise in Caye Caulker, where you have a couple of days to snorkel, swim and laze on the beach. Explore the waterfalls and Maya ruins of San Ignacio at your own pace before hitting Tikal National Park. Discover Rio Dulce by boat, then head to Lake Atitlan, where you’ll visit the famous Chichi market and make the trip to San Juan La Laguna to immerse yourself in Maya village life. Then, end your adventure surrounded by the volcanoes of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Antigua.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Antigua, Playa Del Carmen, Rio D
Antigua, Playa Del Carmen, Rio Dulce, San Jorge La Laguna, Panajachel, Tulum, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal
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Eighteen days of next-level beaches, wild landscapes, and full-on freedom — this is Panama like you’ve never seen it. Start in Costa Rica and cruise into the often-overlooked magic of Panama, where every stop hits different. Catch the surfy vibes in Puerto Viejo, snorkel your heart out in Bocas del Toro, and hike cloud forest trails in lush Boquete. Sleep inside a volcanic crater in the town of Valle de Antón, dance the night away in Panama City, and unplug completely with three off-the-grid nights on the jaw-dropping San Blas Islands. Between waterfalls, reefs, Indigenous culture, and epic new friendships, this trip brings the kind of stories you’ll be telling for years.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hostel, Hotel, Hut
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Panama City, San Jose, Valle De
Panama City, San Jose, Valle De Antón, San Blas Islands, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Bocas Del Toro, Boquete
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Ready to bounce from beach to jungle to crater town? This 13-day trip kicks off in Costa Rica and cruises into the wild beauty of Panama, where laid-back vibes meet epic adventure. Chill out on the Caribbean coast in Puerto Viejo, snorkel through starfish-studded waters in Bocas del Toro, and hike cloud forest trails to hidden waterfalls in Boquete. You’ll get up close with local culture, learn how chocolate is made from the source, and hang out in Valle de Antón — an actual town inside a volcanic crater. Wrap it up with a night out in Panama City, and you’ve got a Central American escape that’s anything but basic.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hostel, Hotel
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Panama City, San Jose, Valle De
Panama City, San Jose, Valle De Antón, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Bocas Del Toro, Boquete
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Over 27 epic days, this adventure will take you from Mexico City to Guatemala, stopping at all the popular spots and lesser-known secrets along the way. You’ll explore the heart of Mexico's Aztec, Zapotec, Maya and Spanish cultures, tasting pasita in Puebla, visiting the markets of Oaxaca and learning about the textile traditions of Teotitlan del Valle. Take guided tours in Chichen Itza (one of the Seven Wonders of the World) and Palenque, then relax beachside at Playa del Carmen. Amble down the coast to the island paradise of Caye Caulker, cut inland to the lush jungle around San Ignacio, cruise to the vast Rio Dulce, tour Tikal National Park, dance with the locals in Livingston, and finish under the volcano in Antigua.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mexico City, Antigua, Palenque
Mexico City, Antigua, Palenque, Merida, Playa Del Carmen, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Rio Dulce, Puebla, Oaxaca, Tehuantepec, San Cristobal De Las Casas
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Dive into a 19-day journey through Central America, from the sea breeze of Playa del Carmen to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Antigua. On this journey through Mexico, Guatemala and Belize, you'll tune into island life in Caye Caulker, walk through the jungle around Tikal National Park, cruise Rio Dulce and learn to dance with the locals in Livingston. Hang out among the clouds in Panajachel, wander the colourful streets of Antigua under the looming volcano, then take a trip to the Guatemalan Highlands to meet locals and wander market stalls. Take a scenic boat ride on Lake Atitlan to the shamans that guard the shrine of Maximon, then end up back in Antigua and cheers to an epic adventure.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Antigua, Playa Del Carmen, Rio D
Antigua, Playa Del Carmen, Rio Dulce, Quetzaltenango, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, Chetumal, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal
22% OFF TODAY
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