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18 to 35s
Epic Mexico to Costa Rica
32 Days | Beaches, ruins, jungles and (quite often) a combination of all three
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Start
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Finish
San Jose, Costa Rica
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Trip Code
QBYXC
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Public bus, Local bus, Taxi, Shared boat, Ferry
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Accommodation
Hotel (23 nights), Multishare lodge (2 nights), Multishare Hotel (2 nights), Multishare Hostel (2 nights), Camping (2 nights)
From £2,448(32 days)
Trip Informations
From cloud forests and volcanic peaks to sun-drenched island beaches and lost temples, Central America is bursting with natural wonders and converging cultures. On this 32-day adventure, you’ll kick off in Mexico’s Playa del Carmen and snake through Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica. Relax by colourful architecture in San Miguel, trek to the jungle ruins of Tikal, brush up on your Espanol over an icy cerveza and stay in villages dwarfed by volcanoes. Whether you’re haggling in the markets of Chichicastenango, chilling in a Caribbean town on the Rio Dulce or wandering cobblestone streets in Antigua, this tour gives you a taste of Central America’s myriad of flavours. From ancient Maya ruins to modern nightlife, you’ll explore the sights and sounds of Latin life and dive into the wilds of seldom-seen hotspots.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Enjoy traditional Guatemalan hospitality with a homecooked lunch in a local home in San Juan La Laguna, after visiting a local midwife, walking through medicinal gardens and experiencing a weaving and dying workshop.
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Head to Tikal National Park within the dense Maya forest to explore ancient Maya ruins at the archaeological site – you might like to opt to swing through the canopy on the optional zipline experience!
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Hike, cycle or zip-line through the steamy cloud forests of Monteverde in Costa Rica and commune with nature in one of the world’s most incredible landscapes.
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Island life doesn’t get much better than Ometepe in Nicaragua and Caye Caulker in Belize – volcanoes, wildlife-rich rainforests, stunning beaches, ancient rock carvings, laidback vibes, palm tree forests and a massive lake are all at your disposal.
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Get a taste of six different countries in Central America on an epic Latin adventure that takes in the sights and offers a whole heap of optional activities too! You’ll have loads of free time to choose your own hike, snorkel, kayak, swimming or dancing adventure.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip involves some long days of travel by private and local transport. While this can be tiring, it's also a fantastic way to rub shoulders with the locals.
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You’ll be crossing the borders between several countries on this trip and while it is usually straightforward, you may need to be patient. Ensure you’ve got your best car game ready if there are any delays!
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Central America is generally hot and humid year-round. At nighttime and in locations at higher elevations it can get chilly. Protect yourself from the sun, bring light clothing you can layer and a waterproof jacket, and stay hydrated. Air conditioning may not always be available in your rooms. Occasionally, properties may require an additional charge for air conditioning.
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With so much to see and do, Costa Rica can sometimes be expensive. Expect to pay more than you would in other Central American countries for a lot of things.
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There are many opportunities to get active on this adventure. Some of the optional activities, especially the volcano hikes, require a moderate level of fitness and sturdy walking shoes. Want to take it easy? There are plenty of other things you can do instead.
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This trip is part of a longer itinerary. You might be joining travellers who have already spent some time together. If you have more time to explore, you might like to check out Epic Central America.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Playa del Carmen
- DAY 2Tulum
- DAY 3Tulum
- DAY 4Caye Caulker
- DAY 5Caye Caulker
- DAY 6Caye Caulker
- DAY 7San Ignacio
- DAY 8San Ignacio
- DAY 9Tikal National Park
- DAY 10Rio Dulce
- DAY 11Rio Dulce
- DAY 12Antigua
- DAY 13Chichicastenango / Lake Atitlan
- DAY 14Lake Atitlan
- DAY 15Antigua
- DAY 16Antigua
- DAY 17Cerro Verde
- DAY 18Cerro Verde
- DAY 19San Miguel
- DAY 20Leon
- DAY 21Granada
- DAY 22Granada
- DAY 23Ometepe Island
- DAY 24Ometepe Island
- DAY 25San Juan del Sur
- DAY 26San Juan del Sur
- DAY 27Monteverde
- DAY 28Monteverde
- DAY 29La Fortuna
- DAY 30La Fortuna
- DAY 31San Jose
- DAY 32San Jose
Inclusions
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3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
airport_shuttle Transport
Private vehicle, Public bus, Local bus, Taxi, Shared boat, Ferry
bed Accommodation
Hotel (23 nights), Multishare lodge (2 nights), Multishare Hotel (2 nights), Multishare Hostel (2 nights), Camping (2 nights)
festival Activities
circleLeader-led Informal Spanish Lesson
circleTulum - Leader-led orientation walk
circleCaye Caulker - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSan Ignacio - Leader-led orientation walk
circleTikal National Park - Archaeological Site Tour (Entrance fee & Transport)
circleChichicastenango - Market Visit
circleSan Juan La Laguna - Weaving & Dyeing experience
circleSan Juan La Laguna - Midwife home visit
circleSan Juan La Laguna - Medicinal Garden
circleAntigua - Leader-led orientation walk
circleCerro Verde - Salvadoran Pupusa cooking demonstration
circleLeon - Leader-led orientation walk
circleGranada - Breakfast at El Cafe de las Sonrisas
circleLos Ramos Community - Cooking Class
circleMonteverde - Leader-led orientation walk
circleLa Fortuna - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSan Jose - Leader-led orientation walk
museum Add on activities
circlePlaya del Carmen - Bicycle Rental (per day) - MXN273
circleTulum - Archaeological Site (incl. entrance & national park fee - no guide) - MXN142
circleTulum- Bike rental - MXN263
circleTulum - Cenote Adventure - USD135
circleTulum - Jungle Adventure - USD135
circleTulum - Jungle Bike tour - USD125
circleTulum - Maya Inland Expedition - USD159
circleTulum - Sian Ka'an Adventure - USD150
circleTulum - World Wonder Discovery - USD160
circleTulum - Sian Ka'an Muyil - USD180
circleCaye Caulker - Sunset Sailing - BZD126
circleCaye Caulker - Full-day Guided Snorkelling Trip (gear, guide and transport included) - BZD230
circleCaye Caulker - Stand-up paddleboard hire (per hour) - BZD44
circleSan Ignacio - Actun Tunichil Muknal Caves (Incl. entry, guide, transport & lunch) - BZD263
circleSan Ignacio - Cave tubing (incl. entrance, guide & transport) - BZD200
circleSan Ignacio - Butterfly Farm (incl. transport) - BZD158
circleSan Ignacio - Cahal Pech Ruins entry - BZD10
circleSan Ignacio - Iguana Conservation Project (entrance fee) - BZD24
circleSan Ignacio - Xunantunich Ruins entry - BZD11
circleTikal National Park - Guide for Ruins (per person, min 5 participants) - GTQ105
circleRio Dulce - Boat trip to Livingston (Price dependent on boat available & passengers) - GTQ263
circleRio Dulce - Natural Hot Springs (entrance fee and transport) - GTQ210
circleRio Dulce - San Felipe Fort (entrance fee) - GTQ89
circleRio Dulce - Quirigua Ruins (entrance fee) - GTQ95
circlePanajachel - Bicycle rental (per day) - GTQ50
circleAntigua - Chocolate-making workshop at ChocoMuseo - GTQ236
circleAntigua - Half Day local towns, coffee and craft beer tour - USD95
circleAntigua - City Tour with lunch - USD70
circleAntigua - Acatenango Volcano Overnight Adventure - USD170
circleAntigua - Half Day Pacaya Volcano with lunch - USD115
circleCerro Verde- Coatepeque Lake – (transportation, entrance fee, hotsprings, guide) - USD50
circleCerro Verde- Santa Ana Volcano Crater – (Entrance fee, guide, lunch) - USD30
circleLeon - Volcano Sand Boarding - USD53
circleGranada - Laguna Apoyo kayaking tour - USD30
circleGranada - Kayak rental (per day) - NIO913
circleGranada - Masaya Volcano at night (Viewpoint for the Lava Lake at Santiago Crater) - NIO1600
circleOmetepe - Maderas Volcano hike - USD45
circleOmetepe - Ojo de Agua natural spring (entrance fee) - USD25
circleOmetepe - Petroglyphs - USD25
circleSan Juan del Sur - La Flor Beach Reserve - USD6
circleMonteverde - Cloud Forest Entrance - USD26
circleMonteverde - Suspension bridges tour - USD58
circleMonteverde - Canopy Zip Lining (Entrance, Equipment & Transport) - USD65
circleMonteverde - Coffee & Chocolate tour - USD47
circleMonteverde - Cloud Forest Night Walk - USD45
circleMonteverde - Butterfly Garden and Insects Farm (entrance fee) - USD22
circleLa Fortuna - Ecotermales Hot Springs (entrance fee) - USD49
circleLa Fortuna - La Fortuna Waterfall (Entrance only) - USD21
circleLa Fortuna - Arenal Volcano Base Hike - USD97
circleLa Fortuna- Caño Negro boat tour - USD84
circleLa Fortuna - Stand up paddle board - USD79
circleSan Jose - National Museum (entrance fee) - USD12
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Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 9 (Tikal), Days 10 & 11 (Rio Dulce), Days 13 & 14 (Lake Atitlan) and Days 25 & 26 (San Juan del Sur) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. This tour includes accommodation in multi-share rooms (triple and quad). This means travelers on the same booking may be split between rooms due to single gender allocation.
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3. Please be careful when booking flights from San Jose; make sure you fly out of Juan Santamaria International Airport [SJO]. Please do not book flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport [SJC] as this is located in California, United States.
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4. As per updated Nicaragua entry requirements, customers are currently required to supply a copy of their passport front page to their booking agent no later than 15 days prior to departure.
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