Exploring Costa Rica – Guanacaste, Santa Rosa, and Rincón de La Vieja
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Quest, National Geographic Venture · 7 days
Day 1: Arrive in San José this afternoon and transfer to Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica's principal Pacific port. This evening, embark the ship and set sail on your Central American journey. Before your voyage, you may choose to enjoy an immersive glamping experience in the remote Caño Negro region, including a visit to Tenorio Volcano National Park and an introduction to the traditions and cuisine of the Maleku people. Day 2: Explore the Gulf of Nicoya, a vast, island-dotted estuary, where sheltered waters, forested islands, and mangrove-lined shores sustain abundant marine and birdlife as well as traditional fishing communities. These extensive wetlands serve as vital nursery grounds for fish…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions |
|---|---|
| Ship | National Geographic Quest, National Geographic Venture |
| Length | 7 days |
| Region | Central America & Panama |
| Departures | 11 listed · 2026-11-19 to 2029-03-17 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | San Jose, Costa Rica |
| Day 1 | Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica |
| Day 2 | Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica, Costa Rica |
| Day 3 | Papagayo Peninsula, Costa Rica, Costa Rica |
| Days 4–5 | Santa Elena Bay, Costa Rica, Costa Rica |
| Day 5 | Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Costa Rica |
| Day 5 | Santa Elena Bay, Costa Rica, Costa Rica |
| Day 6 | El Coco, Costa Rica |
| Day 6 | Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands, Costa Rica, Costa Rica |
| Day 6 | El Coco, Costa Rica |
| Day 7 | Curu Reserve, Costa Rica |
| Day 7 | Isla Tortuga, Costa Rica |
| Day 8 | Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica |
| Day 8 | San Jose, Costa Rica |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-11-19 | 2026-11-24 | 5 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2026-11-24 | 2026-11-29 | 5 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2027-11-17 | 2027-11-22 | 5 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2027-11-22 | 2027-11-27 | 5 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2027-12-11 | 2027-12-16 | 5 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2028-01-13 | 2028-01-18 | 5 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2028-02-26 | 2028-03-02 | 5 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2029-01-13 | 2029-01-20 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2029-02-03 | 2029-02-10 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2029-02-24 | 2029-03-03 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2029-03-17 | 2029-03-24 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
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