Inland Costa Rica, The Panama Canal, and Pearl Islands
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Quest · 8 days
Day 1: Arrive in San José this afternoon and transfer to La Fortuna. This charming town in the northern highlands will be your base as you explore the surrounding areas and enjoy a sampling of Costa Rica's best wildlife areas and trails. Opt to arrive early for a pre-voyage wildlife and glamping extension in the rainforests and reserves of Caño Negro. Day 4: Spend the first few days exploring the natural beauty of the Arenal Volcano Area. Once considered Costa Rica's most active volcano, this cone-shaped wonder (which has been dormant since 2010) looms large over the verdant hillsides that surround it, providing a stunning backdrop to your activities. Highlights include ziplining over…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions |
|---|---|
| Ship | National Geographic Quest |
| Length | 8 days |
| Region | Central America & Panama |
| Departures | 4 listed · 2027-01-13 to 2028-01-21 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | San Jose, Costa Rica |
| Days 1–4 | Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica |
| Days 4–5 | San Jose, Costa Rica |
| Day 5 | Air travel |
| Day 5 | Panama City, Panama |
| Day 5 | Colón, Panama |
| Day 6 | Portobelo, Panama |
| Day 6 | Panama Canal, Panama |
| Day 7 | Gatun Lake, Panama |
| Day 7 | Panama Canal, Panama |
| Day 8 | Pearl Islands, Panama |
| Day 9 | Balboa, Panama |
| Day 9 | Panama City, Panama |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-13 | 2027-01-21 | 8 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2027-01-17 | 2027-01-25 | 8 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2027-01-21 | 2027-01-29 | 8 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2028-01-21 | 2028-01-29 | 8 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
Current offers
- 50% Reduced Deposit — Valid for Travel 01 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2027
- 5% Savings on Groups of 8 or more — Valid for Travel Now Through 24 Aug 2029
Supplier offers, from the Virtuoso promotions feed. They stack with the advisor benefits on the booking rather than replacing them — how that works.
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