On a tour of Central America, you'll have the opportunity to explore jungle-clad ancient Mayan ruins, biodiverse rainforest, raging whitewater rivers, and crystal clear waters for snorkeling and sea kayaking. Climb to the top of the temple of the Jaguar in Tikal, Guatemala. Hike the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica'sManuel Antonio National Park listening to the call of howler monkeys and the squawk of scarlet macaws. Snorkel along the colorful coral reefs or kayak through crystal-waters to white sand cayes of Belize. Venture through the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal. Adventure Life's Central America tours go the absolute best spots in Costa Rica, Belize, Panama, Nicaragua, Mexico and Guatemala. Contact one of Adventure Life's Central America experts to help you find and plan the perfect tour.
Central Americans are united by a common religion (Roman Catholocism) and a common language (Spanish) and a common staple food (beans and rice). But search beyond the beans and rice, and you'll discover a plethora of rich culinary cultures dotted throughout the region. Adventure Life's Central America experts pick the top foodie tours:
Antigua Culinary Tour
Guatemala's unofficial cultural capital, Antigua, is a magnet for the country's finest chefs and restaurants. Take to the street for street eats, then go to the local market to buy ingredients for your cooking class.
Nicaragua Culinary Experience
Explore Leon and Granada as you rub shoulders with top-shelf chefs, learn how to prepare traditional fare, and taste your way through the best of Nicaragua.
Living Maya Experience in Belize
Convene with Mayan families, sample local delicacies and even learn how to make chocolate from a cocoa tree.
Best Central America & Mexico Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2025-2026
Ponant- theFrench flag carrier ensures great comfort onboard its premium ships. Bespoke, attentive, and excellent service make you feel like you're traveling on a private yacht. Each of Le Bellot's 92 guestrooms and suites has its balcony or patio that opens to a lush blanket of vegetation unlike any other in the world, from the Yucatan Peninsula to Belize and Guatemala in Central America & Mexico cruises.
UnCruise - features the Safari Voyager, its flagship in Central America, with 32 cabins and can accommodate 62 guests. It is intimate, cozy, and the perfect base for exploring the Baja Peninsula area.
Star Clippers Americas - sails Costa Rica and Nicaragua and Panama and its famed canal. The 170-passenger Star Clipper offers seven to 14 days sailings for Panama Canal crossings.
Aurora Expeditions - anAustralian-owned adventure company that offers an intimate experience of the Panama Canal, with the support of expert staff and flexible, innovative itineraries onboard the 132 capacity Greg Mortimer.
Kassandra is knowledgeable, efficient and very pleasant to work with.
Fred Weeman
2 days ago
The booking was processed efficiently and quickly. We got what we wanted.
Doug Laporte
2 days ago
Great company. Good communications. Great accommodations, excursions, transport. Guide Elvira was spectacular along with transport, driver, Cesar and activities
Kathy S
3 days ago
Very responsive to questions. Helpful with all arrangements
Roz
4 days ago
The ship company they sent us on was perfect in every detail
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